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Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs Rivian R1S

Comparing the 2027 Mercedes-Benz G-Class (from $163,750) with the 2027 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The G-Class offers 249 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.

Quick Take

Mercedes-Benz G-Class charges fastest, while Rivian R1S goes the distance.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class

2027 • SUV

Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Fastest Charger

  • 29 min 10-80% DC fast charge
  • 200 kW peak charging speed
  • NACS charging port
  • 249 mi EPA-rated range
Rivian R1S

2027 • SUV

Rivian R1S

Longest Range

  • Up to 410 mi EPA-rated range
  • 180 kWh battery
  • 41 min 10-80% DC fast charge
Price
$163,750
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
249 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
579 hp
533-1025 hp
0-60 mph
4.6 sec
2.6-4.5 sec
Battery Size
116 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
5
7
Top Speed
112 mph
111-130 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
7700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
29 min (10-80%)
41 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
13.6 hrs (0-100%)
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
183.5"
200.8"
Width
76"
81.8"
Height
77.5"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
34.48 cu ft
104.7 cu ft

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

The Rivian R1S starts at $83,990, undercutting the Mercedes-Benz G-Class ($163,750) by about $80,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R1S covers up to 410 miles, 161 more than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's 249. At a DC fast charger, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class goes from 10-80% in about 29 minutes vs 41 for the Rivian R1S.

The Rivian R1S seats 7 to the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's 5. The Rivian R1S offers 104.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 34.48 for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is also 17 inches shorter than the Rivian R1S, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Rivian R1S if you want the longest range.

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