Comparing the 2026 Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV (from $180,000) with the 2025 Rivian R1S (from $83,990). The Maybach EQS SUV offers 300 miles of range while the R1S offers 329 miles.
Quick Take
Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV charges fastest, while Rivian R1S tows the most.
2026 • SUV

Fastest Charger
The Rivian R1S starts at $83,990, undercutting the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV ($180,000) by about $96,000.
In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R1S covers up to 410 miles, 110 more than the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV's 300. At a DC fast charger, the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV goes from 10-80% in about 31 minutes vs 41 for the Rivian R1S.
The Rivian R1S seats 7 to the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV's 5. The Rivian R1S offers 104.7 cu ft of cargo space vs 15.5 for the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV.
Bottom line: pick the Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Rivian R1S if you tow.
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