BMW Neue Klasse SUV vs Rivian R2S

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thumb image BMW Neue Klasse SUV US$ 50,000
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thumb image Rivian R2S US$ 45,000

BASIC INFO

Brand BMW Rivian
Model Neue Klasse SUV (Vision Neue Klasse X / Next-Gen iX3) R2 (commonly called R2S for SUV version)
Vehicle Type Electric SUV (Sports Activity Vehicle) Compact/Mid-size Electric SUV
Trims To be announced (likely xDrive variants) Single-Motor RWD, Dual-Motor AWD, Tri-Motor AWD
Release Date Late 2025 (production start) Production starts H1 2026
Status Upcoming (Concept shown, production pending) Unreleased, reservations open
Made In Debrecen, Hungary (new BMW EV plant) Normal, Illinois, USA
Body Type SUV (between BMW X3 and X5 size) 5-door SUV
Vehicle Warranty Expected 4 years / 50,000 miles (standard BMW EV warranty) 5 years / 60,000 miles (est., TBD)
Colors To be announced TBD (expected multiple Rivian-style adventure colors)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type BMW 6th-Generation eDrive Electric Motors Permanent Magnet Electric Motors
Horsepower 400–500 hp (expected, not officially disclosed) Est. 400–600+ hp (depending on trim)
Torque Estimated 500+ Nm TBD
Acceleration 4.5–5.0 sec (expected) Under 3.0 sec (Tri-Motor)
Top Speed 130 mph (limited) 125 mph (est.)
Range 400 miles (EPA est.) 300+ miles
Drivetrain Dual-motor AWD (xDrive) RWD (Single), AWD (Dual/Tri Motor)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion, prismatic cell (BMW Gen6) Lithium-ion (LG 4695 cylindrical cells)
Battery Capacity 100 kWh (est.) TBD (~90–110 kWh est.)
Power Consumption 15–17 kWh/100 km (est.) TBD
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected) 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected Rivian standard)
Home Charging Speed 11–22 kW AC 11.5 kW (Level 2)
Supercharging Speed Not confirmed (BMW network + Ionity) Compatible with Tesla Superchargers (NACS)
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 400 kW Up to 200+ kW (expected)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 200 miles in 10 minutes (fast charging) 15–20 mi (Level 2), 140+ mi in 20 min (DCFC est.)
Charging Time 10–80% in ~20 minutes (DC Fast) 8–12 hrs (Level 2), ~30 min (10–80% DCFC)
Charging Connector Type CCS (North America: NACS from 2025 onward) NACS (North American Charging Standard)
Home Charging Options Wallbox (11–22 kW), Standard outlet Level 1, Level 2 Wallbox
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW standard, 22 kW optional 11.5 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 187–190 in (est.) 185 in (est.)
Width 75 in (est.) 75 in (est.)
Height 64 in (est.) 66 in (est.)
Wheelbase 115 in (est.) 115 in (est.)
Ground Clearance 7.5 in (est.) High ground clearance (adjustable, est. 8–10 in)
Cargo Space 28–60 cu ft (with seats down) Fold-flat rear seats + frunk (TBD volume)
Curb Weight 5,000 lbs (est.) 5,000 lbs (est.)
No. of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels Alloy Wheels
Wheel Size 20"–22" (expected options) 20–22 in (est., depending on trim)
Front Tire 255/45 R20 (est.) TBD
Rear Tire 285/40 R20 (est.) TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (EV) Single-Speed Direct Drive
Turning Radius 19 ft (est.) TBD
Gear Box Single-speed reduction gear Automatic (EV Single-speed)
Front Suspension Adaptive strut (BMW adaptive system) ndependent
Rear Suspension Multi-link independent Independent (likely multi-link)

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot BMW Highway Assistant (semi-autonomous) No (but ADAS features included)
Navigation System BMW iDrive 10 with AR navigation Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control 3-zone automatic climate control Dual-Zone Automatic
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes (USB-C) Wireless + USB
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Wireless standard No (Rivian custom OS)
Android Auto Wireless standard No (Rivian custom OS)
Touchscreen BMW Panoramic Vision + central display 15.6-inch Center Display
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Integrated
No. Of Speakers 12–16 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins optional) Premium Audio (TBD, ~12 speakers est.)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Disc
Rear Brakes Ventilated 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 6–8 (est.)
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras 360° camera system Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Likely (drive assist modes) Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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