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Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV vs Rivian R1S

Comparing the 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV (from $105,250) with the 2025 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The EQS SUV offers 323 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.

Quick Take

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV charges fastest, while Rivian R1S tows the most.

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

2025SUV

Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV

Fastest Charger

  • 31 min 10-80% DC fast charge
  • 200 kW peak charging speed
  • Up to 323 mi EPA-rated range
Rivian R1S

2025SUV

Rivian R1S

Best for Towing

  • 7,700 lb towing capacity
  • Up to 1025 hp
  • AWD drivetrain
Price
$105,250 - $128,200
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
305-323 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
355-536 hp
665-1025 hp
0-60 mph
4.5-6.5 sec
2.6-3.4 sec
Battery Size
118 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
7
7
Top Speed
130 mph
111-130 mph
Towing Capacity
3500 lbs
7700 lbs
DC Fast Charging
31 min (10-80%)
41 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
11.5 hrs (0-100%)
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
201.8"
200.8"
Width
77.1"
81.8"
Height
67.7"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
71.3 cu ft
104.7 cu ft

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

The Rivian R1S starts at $83,990, undercutting the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV ($105,250) by about $21,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R1S covers up to 410 miles, 87 more than the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV's maximum of 323. At a DC fast charger, the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV goes from 10-80% in about 31 minutes vs 41 for the Rivian R1S.

The Rivian R1S offers 104.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 71.3 for the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV.

Bottom line: pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Rivian R1S if you tow.

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