Global EV Comparison: Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard vs Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC
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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 Standard (2025-...) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €147923 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €107870 |
| GCC Score | 7.4 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...).
| Property | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 435 km | 531 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 673 km |
| Range (GCC) | 413 km | 537 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 97 kWh | 125 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 92.5 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.4 kWh/100 km | 22 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.46 km/kWh | 4.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 7.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 200 kW.
The Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (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 | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.4 | 7 |
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 | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 397 kW | 400 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 532 hp | 536 hp |
| Motor Torque | 827 Nm | 858 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.7 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 209 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.5 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (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 | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5100 mm | 5125 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2238 mm | 2157 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 2082 mm | 1959 mm |
| Height | 1930 mm | 1718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3076 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard (2025-...), but the Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC (2023-…) 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 580 4MATIC (2023-…).
| Property | Rivian R1S Dual-Motor Standard | Mercedes EQS SUV 580 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2964 kg | 2845 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 481 l | 645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2548 l | 2100 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 314 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 3492 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 9.6 | 8.4 |
