Rivian R1T vs Tesla Model Y: Size Comparison
The Rivian R1T is 28.1″71 cm longer, 6.4″16 cm wider and 14.3″36 cm taller than the Tesla Model Y (217.1″551 cm vs 189.0″480 cm long). (R1T 2022–present vs Model Y 2026–present)
- Rivian R1T (2022–present)
- Tesla Model Y (2026–present)
R1T · 217.1″551 cm78.2″199 cm
Model Y · 189.0″480 cm63.9″162 cmR1T +28.1″71 cm longerTo scale by length, front bumpers aligned. Numbers are exact; images are approximate.
+28.1″71 cm
longer
Length · R1T
+14.3″36 cm
taller
Height · R1T
+22.0″56 cm
longer
Wheelbase · R1T
| Dimensions | R1T | Model Y | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 217.1″551 cm | 189.0″480 cm | Model Y 28.1″71 cm shorter |
| Width | 82.0″208 cm | 75.6″192 cm | Model Y 6.4″16 cm narrower |
| Height | 78.2″199 cm | 63.9″162 cm | Model Y 14.3″36 cm lower |
| Wheelbase | 135.8″345 cm | 113.8″289 cm | Model Y 22.0″56 cm shorter |
| Ground clearance | 8.7″22 cm | 7.0″18 cm | Model Y 1.7″4 cm less |
| Cargo space | 22.8 cu ft646 L | 29.0 cu ft821 L | Model Y 6.2 cu ft176 L more |
Do they fit in a garage?
In a standard 2-car garage (20 ft6.1 m deep)
Rivian R1T
Tight fit
22.9″58 cm to spare
In a standard 2-car garage (20 ft6.1 m deep)
Tesla Model Y
Yes, it fits
44.0″112 cm to spare
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Quick answers
- Which is easier to park, the R1T or the Model Y?
- The Model Y: it's 28.1″71 cm shorter and 6.4″16 cm narrower.
- Do both fit in a standard 2-car garage?
- In a 20 ft deep garage, the R1T fits, but tightly and the Model Y fits comfortably. Check your own garage.
- Which has more cargo space?
- The Model Y: 29.0 cu ft821 L vs 22.8 cu ft646 L behind the rear seats.
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