Rivian R1S vs Escalade IQ EV

 Rivian R1S vs Escalade IQ EV

Here's a comparison of the Rivian R1S electric SUV and the Cadillac Escalade IQ EV (concept):

Rivian R1S:
• Starting price: $77,500
• Electric motor: 3, producing 835 horsepower and 908 lb-ft of torque
• Battery and range: 180 kWh, EPA est. 400+ miles of range
• Charging: Up to 160 kW fast charging, 0-80% in around 45 minutes
• Towing capacity: 7,700 lbs
• Cargo space: 95 cu ft with second row up, nearly 150 cu ft with second row folded
• Scheduled production: Late 2022 Chuwi hipad pro

Cadillac Escalade IQ EV (concept):

• No official pricing announced yet
• Electric motor: Unknown, but expected to be powerful
• Battery and range: Unknown, but likely large battery for decent range
• Charging: Fast charging capability likely but specifics unknown
• Towing capacity: Unknown
• Cargo space: Unknown, but likely similar to current Escalade
• Production timeline: Unclear, concept debuted in 2021

Key differences:

• Rivian R1S is a production SUV launching soon, Escalade EV is still a concept
• Rivian has disclosed specs like battery size, power output, range and towing capacity
• Cadillac has not released any concrete specs for the Escalade EV concept
• Rivian R1S has more cargo space and higher towing capacity based on disclosed specs
• Pricing - Rivian R1S starts at $77,500 but Escalade EV could cost significantly more
• Technology - Rivian likely has an edge with its electric-specific "Skateboard" platform

In summary, while the Cadillac Escalade IQ EV concept suggests GM's intention to electrify the brand, Rivian currently has a significant head start with the R1S launching soon and several disclosed performance specs. The true competition will come when Cadillac launches an official production Escalade EV, but for now the R1S looks to be the more capable electric SUV.