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Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV vs Rivian R1S

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.

Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV

2026SUV

Mercedes-Benz Maybach EQS SUV

Fastest Charger

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

2025SUV

Rivian R1S

Best for Towing

  • 7,700 lb towing capacity
  • Up to 1025 hp
  • AWD drivetrain
Price
$180,000
$83,990 - $121,990
Range
300 miles
329-410 miles
Horsepower
649 hp
665-1025 hp
0-60 mph
4.1 sec
2.6-3.4 sec
Battery Size
118 kWh
135-180 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
5
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
14 hrs (0-100%)
11 hrs (0-100%)
Length
201.8"
200.8"
Width
77.1"
81.8"
Height
67.8"
77.3"
Cargo Capacity
15.5 cu ft
104.7 cu ft

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

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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