Looking at the R1S for a few reasons...
It's a nice, full sized E-SUV that looks like an SUV unlike the Model X. The gull wing doors while cool at first seems to be an issue with people I know that have the Model X. Also, the Rivian seems more spacious.
It seems to be a good value compared to...
Hey all - From the Chicagoland area as well. Not my first EV, but after Tesla's customer service in getting my Model 3 and also dealing with the Westmont SC I just would rather support something new. I have my deposit down for a R1S.