Rivian is the newcomer to the electric vehicle space, with two 2023 models currently available for order. The R1S is a mid-size SUV and the R1T is the mid-size pickup version.
The table below shows estimated annual and monthly car insurance rates for both models, and detailed insurance data for each can be found by clicking on either one.
| Model | Annual Cost | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Rivian R1S | $2,216 | $185 |
| Rivian R1T | $2,254 | $188 |
How much does Rivian insurance cost?
Average insurance cost for the Rivian R1S SUV is $2,216 per year, while insurance on the R1T model averages $2,254 per year.
Rates vary based on the trim level of vehicle you’re insuring, with the R1S starting at $2,142 per year for the $78,000 Adventure Dual-Motor Standard model, and going up to $2,296 per year for the $92,000 Adventure Quad-Motor Large model.
For the R1T truck, car insurance cost starts at $2,120 per year for the $73,000 Adventure Dual-Motor Standard model, and going up to $2,368 per year for the $97,000 Adventure Quad-Motor Max model.
The table below shows how other popular automotive brands compare to Rivian for average car insurance cost.
Rivian is featured in the first row at an annual cost of $2,235. Each brand is compared to Rivian in the subsequent rows, with the cost difference highlighted in either green or red.
If the difference value is red, the comparison brand cost more to insure than Rivian on average. If the value is green, then Rivian insurance is actually cheaper than the comparison brand.
| Automotive Brand | Insurance Cost | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Rivian | $2,235 | -- |
| Acura | $2,031 | -$204 |
| Audi | $2,334 | $99 |
| BMW | $2,432 | $197 |
| Cadillac | $1,910 | -$325 |
| Chevrolet | $1,798 | -$437 |
| Ford | $1,826 | -$409 |
| Genesis | $2,102 | -$133 |
| GMC | $1,880 | -$355 |
| Honda | $1,656 | -$579 |
| Hyundai | $1,768 | -$467 |
| Infiniti | $2,183 | -$52 |
| Jaguar | $2,171 | -$64 |
| Jeep | $1,965 | -$270 |
| Kia | $1,759 | -$476 |
| Land Rover | $2,201 | -$34 |
| Lexus | $2,066 | -$169 |
| Lincoln | $1,976 | -$259 |
| Mazda | $1,638 | -$597 |
| Mercedes-Benz | $2,480 | $245 |
| Subaru | $1,661 | -$574 |
| Tesla | $2,224 | -$11 |
| Toyota | $1,830 | -$405 |
| Volkswagen | $1,689 | -$546 |
| Volvo | $1,928 | -$307 |
As shown in the table, insurance for a Rivian vehicle tends to be more expensive than most mainstream non-luxury automakers. For higher-end luxury brands like Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz, Rivian tends to be cheaper to insure.
Is Rivian or Tesla cheaper to insure?
The most apples-to-apples car insurance cost comparison is between Rivian and Tesla. For 2023 models, Rivian insurance costs an average of $11 or 0.5% more than Tesla insurance.
This may have something to do with the higher average purchase price for Tesla models. The Tesla Model 3 is cheaper than anything offered by Rivian, however the Model S Plaid and all versions of the Model X have higher MSRPs than Rivian models.
In addition, Rivian insurance rates will adjust after the wheels hit the road, so to speak. Higher repair costs or more likelihood of passenger injuries in an accident are factors that could push Rivian rates higher down the road. Conversely, a great track record of safety and low medical insurance claims could bring rates down.
