2026 Rivian R1T vs 2026 Toyota Tundra
The Rivian R1T wins clearly, 97.6 to 65.2, on fuel & range, safety, performance.
2026 Rivian R1T
The 2026 Rivian R1T is sold in the U.S. as an electric large pickup truck with 25 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the R1T Dual Max (22in), …
2026 Toyota Tundra
The 2026 Toyota Tundra is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large pickup truck with 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Tundra Hybri…
2026 Rivian R1T
Clear winThe Rivian R1T wins clearly, 97.6 to 65.2, on fuel & range, safety, performance.
| Category · weight | 2026 Rivian R1Toverall 97.6 | 2026 Toyota Tundraoverall 65.2 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 27 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 93.3 | 72.5 | |||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 100 | |||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 73 | |||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Overall | 97.6 | 65.2 | |||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 4 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Rivian R1T
Rivian R1T: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available) · Toyota Tundra: base trim SR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Rivian R1T wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (3 against 38 filed with NHTSA).
- It is rated 87 combined against 22 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $2,200 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($850 against $3,050).
Where the 2026 Toyota Tundra answers
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 91).
What they share
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
48 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $41,260 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | — | 6 |
| Engine displacement | — | 3,445 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | 3.4-liter aluminum block V6 twin-turbo DOHC 24-valve with Dual VVT-i |
| Fuel injection system | — | gdi mpi |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 24-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 389 hp |
| Torque | — | 479 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 18 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | — | 20 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 24 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 3.31 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 10 |
| Transmission type | — | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | — | 9.3 in |
| Overall height | — | 78 in |
| Overall length | — | 234 in |
| Overall width | — | 80.2 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 146 in |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 5 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 41 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 38.5 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 41.2 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 33.3 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 5,215 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 5,095 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 7,375 lbs |
| Payload capacity | — | 1,940 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Independent double-wishbone with stabilizer bar and twin-tube shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension type | — | Multi-link with coil springs and outboard-mounted twin-tube shock absorbers |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electronic Power Steering (EPS); power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 24.3 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 353 mm |
| Front brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | — | epb |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 345 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | ventilated disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 18 in |
| Wheel material | — | steel |
| Wheel width | — | 8 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | P245/75R18 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 32.2 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Safety Connect |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | — | 120 months |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 65 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 63.4 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
52 features · differences first, then sharedSafety15 differ · 15 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Backup camera with projected path | — | std |
| Trailer Sway Control (TSC) | — | std |
| Child-protector rear door locks (and power window lockout control) | — | std |
| Drive-Start Control (DSC) | — | std |
| Driver and front (active) passenger headrests | — | std |
| Eight total airbags, including driver and passenger side, knee and curtain airbags | — | std |
| Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) | — | std |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) includes lower anchors on all outboard second-row rear seats | — | std |
| Parking Support Brake (PKSB) with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes [Enhanced] Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | — | std |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Traction Control [(TRAC)] | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5): Automatic High Beams (AHB) | — | std |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5): Pre-Collision System w/Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD), Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist (LDA w/SA), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Automatic High Beams (AHB), Road Sign Assist (RSA) | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) | — | std |
Infotainment5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Connect — Automatic Collision Notification | — | std |
| Safety Connect — includes Emergency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Locator, Roadside Assistance and Automatic Collision Notification | — | std |
| Wi-Fi Connect | — | std |
| Safety Connect — Roadside Assistance | — | std |
| 8-in. Touchscreen Audio Multimedia with 6/9* Speaker Audio System | — | std |
Convenience5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System with Push Button Start; remote keyless entry with lock, unlock, panic and tailgate release functions, and remote illuminated entry | — | std |
| # of USB Ports (Front + Rear) | — | std |
| Front 12V auxiliary power outlet | — | std |
| Front door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | — | std |
| Power windows with one-touch auto up/down and jam protection | — | std |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Rear seat center-console air vents (CrewMax models only) | — | std |
| Single zone automatic climate control with air filtration | — | std |
Seating2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split, folding rear seat | — | std |
| Fabric-trimmed 4-way adjustable driver and front passenger seats | — | std |
Interior7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Combination meter with analog gauges and 4.2-in. color TFT Multi-Information Display (MID) with fuel economy, driver assist, vehicle/trip information, and warning messages | — | std |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | — | std |
| Fixed center console with gated shift lever, driving controls, center storage bin, and illuminated front tray | — | std |
| Polyurethane steering wheel with phone, audio, display/infotainment, and driving assist controls | — | std |
| Manual tilt/telescopic steering wheel | — | std |
| Cab-mounted LED Cargo Light | — | std |
| Overhead console with rear window control, sunglasses storage and Safety Connect® | — | std |
Exterior9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Acoustic laminated windshield | — | std |
| Easy lower and lift tailgate | — | std |
| Engine and body undercovers | — | std |
| High-strength steel cab with aluminum hood and front door panels | — | std |
| LED Headlights with Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and manual leveling adjustment | — | std |
| LED Headlights with Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and manual leveling adjustment | — | std |
| LED Taillights | — | std |
| Power heated sideview mirrors | — | std |
| Power horizontal rear window with defogger and privacy glass (Double cab models only) | — | std |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| High-strength boxed-steel frame with hydraulic cab mounts | — | std |
Cargo6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Towing hitch receiver | — | opt |
| 7-/4-pin trailer connector | — | opt |
| Aluminum-reinforced composite bed | — | std |
| Back panel rear seat storage compartments | — | std |
| Deck rail header | — | std |
| Rear under-seat storage box with removable and adjustable partitions | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPRivian R1T
Top recalls
- moderate Exterior Lighting 26V508000 · 3,829 vehicles
- minor Back Over Prevention 26V597000 · 98,828 vehicles
Toyota Tundra
Top recalls
- minor Equipment 26V433000 · 1 vehicles
- minor Equipment 26V179000 · 8,230 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Rivian R1T | Toyota TundraSR Double Cab 6.5-ft 4X2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $41,260 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | $41,260 – $80,800 32 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | R1T Dual Max (22in) | Tundra Hybrid 2WD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 87 | 22 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $850 | $3,050 |
| EV range | 420 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | — | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 2 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Rivian R1T or the 2026 Toyota Tundra?
The Rivian R1T wins clearly, 97.6 to 65.2, on fuel & range, safety, performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Rivian R1T scores 97.6 and the 2026 Toyota Tundra 65.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Rivian R1T or the 2026 Toyota Tundra?
2026 Rivian R1T: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 2 recalls. 2026 Toyota Tundra: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 2 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Rivian R1T and the 2026 Toyota Tundra?
Where the 2026 Rivian R1T wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (3 against 38 filed with NHTSA), is rated 87 combined against 22 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and costs $2,200 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($850 against $3,050). Where the 2026 Toyota Tundra answers: it has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 94 against 91). What they share: 5 seats.