Mercedes-Benz EQB vs Rivian R2
Comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQB (from $53,050) with the 2026 Rivian R2 (from $44,990). The EQB offers 250 miles of range while the R2 offers 275 miles.
Quick Take
Mercedes-Benz EQB fits families best, while Rivian R2 goes the distance.
Rivian R2
2026 • SUV
Longest Range
- Up to 345 mi EPA-rated range
- 87.9 kWh battery
- 29 min 10-80% DC fast charge
Price
$53,050 - $60,850
$44,990 - $57,990
Range
205-250 miles
275-345 miles
Horsepower
188-288 hp
350-656 hp
0-60 mph
5.8-8.5 sec
3.6-5.9 sec
Battery Size
70.5 kWh
87.9 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Seats
7
5
Top Speed
Unknown
Unknown
Towing Capacity
Unknown
3500-4400 lbs
DC Fast Charging
Unknown
29 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
Unknown
Length
184.4"
185.9"
Width
72.2"
78.1"
Height
65.6"
66.9"
Cargo Capacity
Unknown
90.1 cu ft
Mercedes-Benz EQB vs Rivian R2: Which Should You Buy?
The Rivian R2 starts at $44,990, undercutting the Mercedes-Benz EQB ($53,050) by about $8,000.
In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R2 covers up to 345 miles, 95 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQB's maximum of 250.
The Mercedes-Benz EQB seats 7 to the Rivian R2's 5.
Bottom line: pick the Mercedes-Benz EQB if you need room for the whole crew, or the Rivian R2 if you want the longest range.
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