Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 vs Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 (2024-…) has a starting price of €200634, while the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €200634 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 7.4 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...).
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 517 km | 435 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 612 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 505 km | 413 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 125 kWh | 97 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 118 kWh | 92.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.4 kWh/100 km | 22.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.28 km/kWh | 4.46 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 200 kW.
The Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) is limited to 11.5 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 7.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 484 kW | 397 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 649 hp | 532 hp |
| Motor Torque | 950 Nm | 827 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.4 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 209 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7 | 6.5 |
Dimensions
The Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 (2024-…).
The Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5125 mm | 5100 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2157 mm | 2238 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1959 mm | 2082 mm |
| Height | 1725 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 3076 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...), but the Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 (2024-…) doesn’t have one.
The Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 (2024-…).
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV Maybach 680 | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4, 5 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 3075 kg | 2964 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 440 l | 481 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 2548 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 314 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 3492 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.9 | 9.6 |
