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Tesla Model X, Lucid Gravity Or Rivian R1S: Which Three-Row Electric SUV Is A Better Buy?
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According to a recent survey by AutoPacific, nearly half of all future three-row SUV shoppers would consider purchasing one that’s specifically electric. Several EV companies offer options including Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA), Rivian Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ:RIVN), and Lucid Group Inc. (NASDAQ:LCID).
But which to buy?
Comparing 3 SUVs And Their Starting Prices
Tesla’s three-row SUV offering is its Model X starting at $79,990 with an estimated range of 329 miles.
Meanwhile, Rivian offers the R1S SUV, starting at $75,900 for the base version while Lucid has recently started manufacturing the premium variant of its Gravity SUV starting at $94,900.
| Model | Starting Price |
| Tesla Model X | $79,990 |
| Lucid Gravity | $94,900 |
| Rivian R1S | $75,900 |
All three vehicles can seat up to 7 adults. While from a price perspective, the Rivian R1S might seem like a great buy, the base variant of the vehicle only offers a range of 270 miles.
Model Variants:
Tesla’s Model X comes in two variants namely the all-wheel drive and plaid.
| Model X Variants | Starting Price |
| All-Wheel Drive | $79,990 |
| Plaid | $94,990 |
The R1S SUV, meanwhile, is currently available in three variants with the high-end Tri variant starting at $105,900.
| R1S Variants | Starting Price |
| Dual Standard | $75,900 |
| Dual | $82,900 |
| Tri | $105,900 |
The Gravity, however, has only one variant available as of today. While the company is planning yet another cheaper variant, it will only be available to order next year.
| Gravity Variants | Starting Price |
| Touring (available only in 2025) | $79,900 |
| Grand Touring | $94,900 |
Range Comparison:
For drivers looking for the most range, the Lucid Gravity offers the most ease of mind among its counterparts with 450 miles of range.
The Model X has an EPA-estimated range of up to 329 miles while R1S has a maximum range of 410 miles. However, 410 miles of range is available only with the R1S Dual variant coupled with a max battery pack with a starting price of $89,900.
Performance:
The best option for a customer depends on what they expect out of their vehicle.
For customers looking for fast acceleration, the Model X can go from 0 to 60 mph in 2.5 seconds, and the R1S Tri in 2.9 seconds.
For those looking for the most power, the Model X Plaid would be the best option with 1,020 horsepower. Gravity has up to 828 hp and the R1S Tri variant has up to 850 hp.
Alternate Cheaper Option: Tesla also offers buyers another three-row SUV option in its cheaper Model Y. While the Model Y comes with a five-seat interior included, buyers of the long-range all-wheel drive variant of the vehicle can pay an extra $1000-$2000 for seven-seat interiors.
The Long Range All-Wheel Drive variant of the Model Y has a starting price of $47,990, meaning an added $2000 for seven-seat interiors would take the price up to $49,990.
However, the Model Y is smaller in length and width than the company’s premium SUV Model X, implying that the third row would be relatively more cramped for buyers looking for third-row comfort.
Check out more of Benzinga's Future Of Mobility coverage by following this link.
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Photos courtesy: Tesla, Lucid and Rivian


