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Mercedes-Benz EQB vs Rivian R1S

Comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQB (from $53,050) with the 2025 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The EQB offers 250 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.

Quick Take

Mercedes-Benz EQB wins on price, while Rivian R1S goes the distance.

Mercedes-Benz EQB

2025SUV

Mercedes-Benz EQB

Best Value

  • Starts at $53,050
  • About $212 per mile of range
  • Up to 250 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Rivian R1S

2025SUV

Rivian R1S

Longest Range

  • Up to 410 mi EPA-rated range
  • 180 kWh battery
  • 41 min 10-80% DC fast charge
Price
$53,050 - $60,850
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
205-250 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
188-288 hp
665-1025 hp
0-60 mph
5.8-8.5 sec
2.6-3.4 sec
Battery Size
70.5 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
7
7
Top Speed
99 mph
111-130 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
7700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
35 min (10-80%)
41 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
8 hrs (0-100%)
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
184.4"
200.8"
Width
72.2"
81.8"
Height
65.6"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
61.8 cu ft
104.7 cu ft

Mercedes-Benz EQB vs Rivian R1S: Which Should You Buy?

The Mercedes-Benz EQB starts at $53,050, undercutting the Rivian R1S ($83,990) by about $31,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R1S covers up to 410 miles, 160 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQB's maximum of 250. At a DC fast charger, the Mercedes-Benz EQB goes from 10-80% in about 35 minutes vs 41 for the Rivian R1S.

The Rivian R1S offers 104.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 61.8 for the Mercedes-Benz EQB. The Mercedes-Benz EQB is also 16 inches shorter than the Rivian R1S, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Mercedes-Benz EQB if you want the most for your money, or the Rivian R1S if you want the longest range.

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