Comparison
Mercedes-Benz EQB vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 251 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Mercedes-Benz EQB $53,900 vs $102,190
Faster charging Mercedes-Benz EQB 32 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Rivian R1S 4.5 vs 4.9
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 251 mi
Value winner
Mercedes-Benz EQB
$215/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Mercedes-Benz EQB
32 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Mercedes-Benz EQB
315 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Mercedes-Benz EQB | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | 250 Plus | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $53,900 | $102,190 |
| Range | 251 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 315 Wh/mi • 3.17 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 66.5 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 100 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 32 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 61.3 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 69 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 215 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| Top speed | 99 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 18 cu ft |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 251 mi).
- Choose Mercedes-Benz EQB if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 32 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Mercedes-Benz EQB looks better ($215/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
Rivian R1S has the stronger weighted profile (4.9 vs 4.5).
Mercedes-Benz EQB4.5 Rivian R1S4.9 100 kW32 min 496 kW49 min
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