USA EV Comparison: Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large vs Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) has a starting price of $83900, compared to the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…), which starts at $127350.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

While the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large (2025-...).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 220 kW, while the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) maxes out at 200 kW.

The Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Both cars deliver the same 0-60 mph acceleration time, but the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts greater motor power.

The Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…).

The Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large (2025-...), but the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) doesn’t have one.

The Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…).