Scaringe: Rivian R1S outsells Tesla Model X roughly two to one
RJ Scaringe · AI, R2 and the Future of Everyday Driving | Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe · Feb 12, 2026 · at 23:45
Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe discusses the sales volume of the flagship Rivian R1S in the premium SUV segment compared to competitors like the Tesla Model X.
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“The R one S is the best selling premium electric SUV in the country. So that's electric SUV is over 70,000 dollars. And where the best selling premiums should be electric or non-electric in the state of California. So it sells really well. You know, it outsells everything in its class, like a model Tesla Model X outsells like two to one.”
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