Comparison
Mercedes-Benz EQE vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 308 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Mercedes-Benz EQE $74,900 vs $102,190
Faster charging Mercedes-Benz EQE 32 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Mercedes-Benz EQE 5.7 vs 4.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 308 mi
Value winner
Mercedes-Benz EQE
$243/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Mercedes-Benz EQE
32 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Mercedes-Benz EQE
360 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Mercedes-Benz EQE | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | EQE 350+ | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $74,900 | $102,190 |
| Range | 308 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 360 Wh/mi • 2.78 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 90.6 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 170 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 22 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 32 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 71.7 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 83 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 243 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| Top speed | 131 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 15 cu ft | 18 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,653 lb | 7,716 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 308 mi).
- Choose Mercedes-Benz EQE if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 32 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Mercedes-Benz EQE looks better ($243/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
Mercedes-Benz EQE has the stronger weighted profile (5.7 vs 4.3).
Mercedes-Benz EQE5.7 Rivian R1S4.3 170 kW32 min 496 kW49 min
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