Head-to-head
2027 Ram 1500 vs 2027 Rivian R1T
The Rivian R1T wins clearly, 97.6 to 56.3, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, performance. The Ram 1500 is ahead on space & cargo.
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2027 Ram 1500
The 2027 Ram 1500 is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid and gas large pickup truck with 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the 1500 2WD, is EPA-…
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The 2027 Rivian R1T is sold in the U.S. as an electric large pickup truck with 12 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the R1T Premium Long Rang…
Verdict · default weights
2027 Rivian R1T
Clear winThe Rivian R1T wins clearly, 97.6 to 56.3, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, performance. The Ram 1500 is ahead on space & cargo.
Tech & comfort 2027 Rivian R1T leads by 75
Fuel & range 2027 Rivian R1T leads by 73
Performance 2027 Rivian R1T leads by 47.1
| Category · weight | 2027 Rivian R1Toverall 97.6 | 2027 Ram 1500overall 56.3 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 27 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 81.6 | |||||||||
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 | 83.3 | 100 | |||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 100 | 52.9 | |||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 25 | |||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Overall | 97.6 | 56.3 | |||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Rivian R1T: base trim R1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD · Ram 1500: base trim Tradesman 4X2. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Rivian R1T wins
- It lists 19 standard driver-assist features against 5.
- It lists more comfort and tech equipment (30 points against 7.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½).
- It is rated 87 combined against 22 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
Where the 2027 Ram 1500 answers
- It seats 6 against 5.
What they share
- A Safety Signal of 100.
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
41 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $79,990 | — |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | — | 6 |
| Engine displacement | — | 3,604 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | Dual-Motor AWD (1 in front, 1 in back) | 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 eTorque, eight-speed automatic |
| Fuel injection system | — | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 533 hp | 305 hp |
| Torque | 610 lb-ft | 271 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | — | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 85 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | — | 25 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | Dual-Motor AWD | automatic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 14.6 in | 8.3 in |
| Overall height | 78.2 in | 77.5 in |
| Overall length | 217 in | 228 in |
| Overall width | 88.4 in | 81.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 136 in | 141 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Total interior volume | 59.9 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | 6 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 40.9 in |
| Third-row headroom | — | 39.2 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 40.9 in |
| Third-row legroom | — | 35.3 in |
| Weights | ||
| Payload capacity | 2,116 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent air suspension | Upper and lower A-arms, twin-tube shock absorbers and stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Independent air suspension | Five-link with track bar, stabilizer bar, twin-tube shock absorbers, solid axle |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electric power steering |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 45.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 378 mm |
| Front brake type | — | vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 375 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | solid disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 20 in | 20 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 275/55R20 |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 26 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Connect+ | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 66 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | — | 65.7 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
144 features · differences first, then sharedSafety25 differ · 26 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive cruise control | — | std |
| Forward Collision Warning | std | — |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Warning | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist | std | — |
| ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines and center lines | — | std |
| Integrated electronic controller (requires Class IV trailer hitch; included with Trailertow Group) | — | opt |
| 12 ultrasonic surround sensors | std | — |
| 12-camera surround view system | std | — |
| 360 View | std | — |
| 6 front-row and 2 side-curtain airbags | std | — |
| Active Lane Management (ALM) system | — | std |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | std | — |
| Advanced Safety Group | — | opt |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | std | — |
| Automatic High Beams | std | — |
| Autonomy+ (60-day trial included) | std | — |
| Brake hold | std | — |
| Dynamic Brake Support | std | — |
| Electronic stability and traction control | std | — |
| Gear Guard Security System | std | — |
| Highway Assist | std | — |
| ParkSense front/rear park assist with automatic reverse stop | — | std |
| Trailer reverse steering control | — | opt |
| Tire pressure monitoring system | std | — |
| Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection | std | std |
Infotainment18 differ · 18 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| SOS emergency response | std | — |
| Dual wireless charging pad | std | — |
| 12.3" driver display screen | std | — |
| 15.6" infotainment screen | std | — |
| 6 (USB-C charging ports) | std | — |
| 6.8" digital rear screen | std | — |
| Base — six-speaker | — | std |
| Connect+ (60-day trial included) | std | — |
| Hands-free Bluetooth interface | std | — |
| Rivian navigation | std | — |
| Rivian Premium Audio (Available in Sound + Vision Package) / Rivian Premium Audio (Included) / Rivian Premium Audio (Included) | opt | — |
| Sound + Vision Package (Optional) / Sound + Vision Package (Included) / Sound + Vision Package (Included) | opt | — |
| Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls | — | opt |
| Uconnect 12-in. Radio | — | opt |
| Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio | — | std |
| Voice assistance | std | — |
| Wireless charging pad | — | opt |
| Wireless Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates | std | — |
Convenience7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Bed Utility Group | — | opt |
| 120V 2kW on-board power (Pentastar V6 only) | — | opt |
| 4 (120V three-prong outlets) | std | — |
| E-latch door release | std | — |
| Garage door opener | std | — |
| Ignition-free drive | std | — |
| Power front trunk release | std | — |
Climate2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control | std | — |
| Pre-entry climate control | std | — |
Seating6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 8-way power driver seat | — | opt |
| Heated front seats and steering wheel | std | opt |
| Ventilated outboard seating positions | std | — |
| 2-way power driver lumbar | — | opt |
| 5 seats (Capacity) | std | — |
| 8-way power driver and passenger lumbar adjustment with memory settings | std | — |
Interior9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Heated front seats and steering wheel | std | opt |
| Power tilt and telescoping steering column | std | — |
| Illuminated door sills | std | — |
| Integrated door flashlight | std | — |
| Interior: Black Mountain; Ocean Coast (Premium) / Black Mountain Signature; Slate Sky Signature (Performance, Quad) | std | — |
| Knitted textile headliner / Soft-touch sueded textile headliner | std | — |
| LED ambient lighting | std | — |
| Tradesman Level 1 Equipment Group | — | opt |
| LED bed lighting | — | opt |
Exterior32 differ · 32 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior power-folding mirrors with signal and puddle lamps | — | opt |
| 135.8 in (Wheelbase) | std | — |
| 20" All-Terrain Wheels, Full-sized Spare Tire, Reinforced Underbody Shield; 20" All-Terrain Dark (All-Terrain Package) | opt | — |
| 217.1 in (Length) | std | — |
| 72.7 in (Min height) | std | — |
| 78.2 in (Max height) | std | — |
| 82.0 in (Width (with mirrors folded)) | std | — |
| 88.4 in (Width (with mirrors)) | std | — |
| Crew Cab 5-ft. 7-in. box — 144.5-in. wheelbase | — | opt |
| Crew Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box — 153.5-in. wheelbase | — | opt |
| Darkout Package | opt | — |
| Exterior power-folding mirrors with signal and puddle lamps | std | opt |
| Gooseneck extendable tailgate | std | — |
| LED brake and taillights | std | — |
| LED entry lights | std | — |
| LED front light bar with RGB design | std | — |
| LED rear lightbar | std | — |
| LED stadium headlights | std | — |
| Lightbar charging indicator | std | — |
| Lockable full-sized spare tire storage | std | — |
| Night Edition Package | — | opt |
| Off-Road Group (standard on Warlock and Rebel models) | — | opt |
| Paint options: Esker Silver; Glacier White; Forest Green; Half Moon Grey; Rivian Blue; Midnight (Premium) / + Storm Blue; Canyon Red (Performance, Quad) | std | — |
| Panoramic glass roof / Dynamic Glass Roof | std | — |
| Powered Tonneau Cover (Included) | std | — |
| Protection Group (4x4 models only) | — | opt |
| Quad Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box — 140.5-in. wheelbase | — | std |
| Rain-sensing wipers | std | — |
| Rear fog lights | std | — |
| Reinforced Underbody Shield (Available in All-Terrain Package) / Reinforced Underbody Shield (Available in All-Terrain Package) / Reinforced Underbody Shield (Included) | opt | — |
| Tire mobility kit | std | — |
| Wheels and tires: 20" Adventure All-Season; 22" Sport Dark; 22" Range; 20" All-Terrain Dark (Premium, Performance) / 22" Super Sport; 20" Dune Satin Graphite All-Terrain; 22" Sport Burnished Bronze (Quad) | std | — |
Powertrain26 differ · 26 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 26-gallon fuel tank | — | std |
| 3.0-liter Hurricane I6 twin-turbo, Standard Output, eight-speed automatic transmission | — | opt |
| 3.21 axle ratio | — | std |
| 3.55 axle ratio | — | opt |
| 3.6-liter Pentastar® V6 eTorque, eight-speed automatic transmission | — | std |
| 3.92 axle ratio | — | opt |
| 325 g CO2e/mi (Life cycle carbon footprint) / 366 g CO2e/mi / 365 g CO2e/mi | std | — |
| 329 mi (EPA est.) (Large battery) / 371 mi (EPA est.) (Max battery) / 374 mi (EPA est.) (Max battery) | std | — |
| 33-gallon fuel tank | — | opt |
| 4.5 sec (0–60 mph) / 2.9 sec (0–60 mph) / 2.5 sec (0–60 mph) | std | — |
| 4x2 | — | std |
| 4x4 | — | opt |
| 5.7-liter HEMI V8 eTorque, eight-speed automatic transmission | — | opt |
| 533 hp (Horsepower) / 850 hp (Horsepower) / 1,025 hp (Horsepower) | std | — |
| 610 lb-ft (Torque) / 1,103 lb-ft (Torque) / 1,198 lb-ft (Torque) | std | — |
| 85 MPGe (EPA efficiency (22" wheels/tires)) / 76 MPGe / 76 MPGe | std | — |
| All Purpose; All-Terrain; Snow / All Purpose; All-Terrain; Snow; Sport; Soft Sand; Rally; Drift; Rock Crawl; Conserve / All Purpose; All-Terrain; Snow; Sport; Soft Sand; Rally; Drift; Rock Crawl; Conserve | std | — |
| Anti-spin differential (electronic-locking and anti-spin are mutually exclusive) | — | opt |
| Dual-Motor AWD (1 in front, 1 in back) / Tri-Motor AWD (1 in front, 2 in back) / Quad-Motor AWD (2 in front, 2 in back) | std | — |
| Electronic part-time transfer case | — | std |
| Electronic-locking rear differential | — | opt |
| First 10,000 miles (Powered by renewable energy) | std | — |
| Max battery: 420 mi (EPA est.) | opt | — |
| NACS Charging Port (Included) | std | — |
| Power Upgrade: 3.4 sec (0–60 mph); 829 lb-ft (Torque); 665 hp (Horsepower); Sport; Soft Sand; Rally | opt | — |
| Regenerative braking system | std | — |
Chassis5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| 14.6 in (Max ground clearance) | std | — |
| 29.9° (Max departure angle) | std | — |
| 35.7° (Max approach angle) | std | — |
| Independent air suspension with 4 ride heights / Independent air suspension with 5 ride heights | std | — |
| Kinetic roll control | std | — |
Cargo13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 |
|---|---|---|
| Bumper-matched trailer hitch | std | — |
| Trailer-tow Group | — | opt |
| 11.7 cu ft (Gear Tunnel volume) | std | — |
| 2,116 lb (Payload) / 1,702 lb (Payload) / 1,669 lb (Payload) | std | — |
| 29.2 cu ft (Cargo bed storage volume) | std | — |
| 54.2" x 51.1" x 18.3" (Cargo bed dimensions) | std | — |
| 59.9 cu ft (Total interior storage) | std | — |
| 7,700 lb (Towing) / 11,000 lb (Towing) / 11,000 lb (Towing) | std | — |
| 83.9 in (Cargo bed length with gate down) | std | — |
| Bed Utility Group | — | opt |
| Towing Technology Group | — | opt |
| Trailer-tow Group | — | opt |
| Utility Panel (Included) | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPRivian R1T
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 1 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Vehicle Speed Control (1)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ram 1500
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Rivian R1TR1T Premium (Dual-Motor) AWD | Ram 1500Tradesman 4X2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79,990 (base trim) | — (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $79,990 – $115,990 3 trims | — 18 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | R1T Premium Long Range (22in) | 1500 2WD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 87 | 22 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $850 | $3,050 |
| EV range | 420 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Rivian R1T or the 2027 Ram 1500?
The Rivian R1T wins clearly, 97.6 to 56.3, on tech & comfort, fuel & range, performance. The Ram 1500 is ahead on space & cargo. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Rivian R1T scores 97.6 and the 2027 Ram 1500 56.3. 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 2027 Rivian R1T or the 2027 Ram 1500?
2027 Rivian R1T: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. 2027 Ram 1500: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 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 2027 Rivian R1T and the 2027 Ram 1500?
Where the 2027 Rivian R1T wins: it lists 19 standard driver-assist features against 5, lists more comfort and tech equipment (30 points against 7.5 on the press-kit count, standard = 1, optional = ½), and is rated 87 combined against 22 (EPA mpg or MPGe). Where the 2027 Ram 1500 answers: it seats 6 against 5. What they share: a Safety Signal of 100.