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 available
Range 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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