Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC vs Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) has a starting price of €147923, while the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large (2025-...) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €147923 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €107870 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 7.8 |
Range and Efficiency
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-...).
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 531 km | 529 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 673 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 537 km | 503 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 125 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 108.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22 kWh/100 km | 21.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.55 km/kWh | 4.64 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 6.9 |
Charging
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 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 220 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 397 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 532 hp |
| Motor Torque | 858 Nm | 827 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 209 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 6.5 |
Dimensions
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.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5125 mm | 5100 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2157 mm | 2238 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1959 mm | 2082 mm |
| Height | 1718 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 3076 mm |
Cargo and Towing
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-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Large |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2845 kg | 2864 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 645 l | 481 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2100 l | 2548 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 314 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 3492 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 9.7 |
