Ford Compact SUV EV (2025) vs Rivian R6

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thumb image Ford Compact SUV EV (2025) US$ 48,500
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thumb image Rivian R6 US$ 45,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Ford Rivian
Model Compact SUV EV R6
Vehicle Type Electric SUV Electric Pickup Truck
Trims Base, Premium To be announced (expected multiple trims like Standard, Adventure, Max)
Release Date 2025 Expected 2026 (announcement in 2025)
Status Upcoming Upcoming / Not yet released
Made In USA USA (Normal, Illinois plant)
Body Type Compact SUV Mid-size pickup truck
Vehicle Warranty 3 years / 36,000 miles Expected 5 years / 60,000 miles (bumper-to-bumper), 8 years / 175,000 miles (battery & drivetrain)
Colors White, Black, Gray, Blue, Red To be announced (likely similar to R1T & R2 palette)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single or Dual Electric Motor Dual- and possibly Quad-Motor options
Horsepower 250–300 hp (est.) 400–600 hp (est.)
Torque 310 lb-ft (est.) 500–700 lb-ft (est.)
Acceleration 0-60 mph in ~6.5 seconds 3.5–4.5 seconds (depending on trim)
Top Speed 115 mph (est.) 110–120 mph (est.)
Range 250–300 miles (EPA est.) 270–350 miles (depending on battery & drivetrain)
Drivetrain FWD / AWD (varies by trim) AWD (standard), possible RWD base

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion, Rivian-designed pack
Battery Capacity Estimated 70–80 kWh 85 kWh (Standard) – ~110 kWh (Max)
Power Consumption Approx. 30 kWh/100 miles 30–33 kWh / 100 miles (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 175,000 miles
Home Charging Speed Up to 11.5 kW Up to 11.5 kW (240V Level 2)
Supercharging Speed Up to 150 kW (DC Fast) Compatible with NACS (Tesla Supercharger) + Rivian Adventure Network
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 150 kW Up to 220 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour Up to 60 miles in 10 minutes (DC) 25–30 miles (home), ~140–160 miles (fast charge in 20 min)
Charging Time 10–80% in about 35 minutes (DC Fast) 8–10 hrs (home L2), 20–30 min (20–80% DC fast charge)
Charging Connector Type CCS Combo NACS (North American Charging Standard)
Home Charging Options Level 1 & Level 2 Wall charger, portable charger
Onboard Charger Power 11.5 kW 11.5 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 180.5 inches 200–210 in (smaller than R1T)
Width 74.0 inches 80 in
Height 64.5 inches 72 in
Wheelbase 106.7 inches 130–135 in
Ground Clearance 7.8 inches Adjustable air suspension (8–12 in)
Cargo Space 24.8 cu ft (behind second row) 4.5–5 ft pickup bed + front trunk (frunk ~10 cu ft)
Curb Weight 4,300 lbs (est.) 5,500–6,000 lbs
No. of Doors 4 4
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Wheels Alloy wheels
Wheel Size 18 or 19 inches (depending on trim) 18"–20" (depending on trim)
Front Tire 225/60R18 All-terrain / all-season options
Rear Tire 225/60R18 All-terrain / all-season options

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic (EV)
Turning Radius 38.1 ft 19–20 ft (est.)
Gear Box Direct Drive N/A (EV direct drive)
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut Independent double wishbone
Rear Suspension Multi-link Independent multi-link with air suspension

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Ford Co-Pilot360 Rivian Driver+ (hands-free assist)
Navigation System Yes, with real-time traffic Standard w/ over-the-air updates
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Dual-zone automatic Dual-zone automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes (phone-as-key, key fob)
Heated Steering Wheel Optional Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Available Optional
Apple Car Play Wireless Likely included (expected by 2026 models)
Android Auto Wireless Likely included
Touchscreen 13.2-inch touchscreen Large center touchscreen + digital driver display
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes (integrated media system)
No. Of Speakers 10-speaker B&O Sound System 10–18 depending on trim

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Disc Regenerative + hydraulic
Front Brakes Disc Disc
Rear Brakes Disc Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 8+
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras 360-degree Camera System 360° camera system
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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