The marketplace for three-row electrical automobiles is somewhat small in the meanwhile in the USA. US buyers at present have solely three fashions to select from that provide correct third-row seats able to accommodating adults in affordable consolation.

We’re speaking in regards to the Tesla Mannequin X, Rivian R1S, and Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV. Different giant three-row electrical SUV which have already been unveiled however will launch within the coming months embrace the Kia EV9 and Volvo EX90. And whereas it isn’t an SUV, the three-row 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB additionally deserves a point out.

After all, there are additionally smaller three-row electrical SUVs obtainable, such because the Tesla Mannequin Y and Mercedes-Benz EQB, however their third-row seats supply restricted area for grownup passengers.

In the case of gross sales volumes, the most well-liked three-row giant SUVs within the US are the Tesla Mannequin X and the Rivian R1S, and in case you are excited about a comparability that offers completely with their third-row seats, the above video from the EV Household YouTube channel is a good watch.

That is partly as a result of the host of the video is a longtime EV driver who owns each a six-seat Tesla Mannequin X Plaid and a seven-seat Rivian R1S, so he is aware of what he is speaking about. Moreover, the video is de facto helpful as a result of it reveals the identical individual performing precisely the identical checks with every car, which makes for a superb comparability.

Whereas the fundamental ideas of how third row seating works are comparable on each automobiles, there are some variations which can be good to know earlier than committing to a purchase order.

For instance, if area is your primary precedence, the boxy Rivian R1S wins this arms down. The Rivian has a taller roof and presents extra headroom, knee room, and legroom for third-row seat passengers in comparison with the Tesla. It additionally presents extra cargo quantity each when the third-row seats are up and when they’re folded down.

That stated, you may discover within the video that the Mannequin X Plaid has loads of issues going for it as properly, equivalent to the nice visibility to the entrance because of the area between the second-row captain’s chairs, the comfort of second-row seats that slide electrically to supply entry to the third row, and the actual fact you’ll be able to rise up when getting into or exiting the third row because of the falcon doorways.

There’s one vital point out to make concerning the Mannequin X Plaid, and that is the actual fact the captain’s chairs do not fold right down to create a flat floor because the second-row seats do within the Rivian R1S – they solely tilt ahead. The Plaid comes completely as a six-seater, so in order for you that further versatility you will need to go for the standard Mannequin X, which can be obtainable as a seven-seater.

Take a look at the video above to seek out out which three-row electrical SUV gained this proprietor’s check.