I drove Tesla FSD, Rivian Autonomy+ ‘hands-free’ driving systems. Here’s how they compare

Commuters and prospective EV owners are evaluating trade-offs between Tesla FSD and Rivian’s Autonomy+ as both manufacturers refine their driver-assist software. For consumers, the choice now hinges on whether their daily travel is dominated by highway stretches or complex urban navigation. Rivian is working to close the functional distance between its system and Tesla’s offerings by confirming that Point-to-Point driving features will roll out this year, with full availability for all owners arriving in 2027.

Despite these upgrades, performance assessments from CNBC suggest that while Rivian’s technology currently outperforms General Motors’ Super Cruise on highways, it does not match the urban capabilities displayed by Tesla FSD. Rivian has opted to hold Autonomy+ pricing steady for the 2027 R1 model year as it prepares for this technical transition. Whether Rivian's forthcoming Point-to-Point update will sufficiently bridge the capability gap in city settings remains the primary uncertainty for analysts.

Coverage does not yet specify how the software architecture will evolve beyond the announced 2027 timeline or if price adjustments will accompany future feature expansions.