Rivian R1T vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Rivian R1T | Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$90,000 | C$131,800 |
| Range (Claimed) | 507 km | 459 km |
| Battery Capacity | 135 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Motor Power | 495 kW | 198 kW |
| Top Speed | 177 km/h | 210 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 3.5s (0-100 km/h)s | 6.0s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 25 min (10-80%) | N/A |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Boot Space | N/A | N/A |
| NCAP Safety Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Airbags | N/A | N/A |
Rivian R1T vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
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Spec Score(12 specs)
8
12 specs
Rivian R1T
Best
1
12 specs
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$90,000
C$131,800
Range
↑ higher
507 km
459 km
Battery
↑ higher
135 kWh
118 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
495 kW
198 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
3.5s (0-100 km/h)
6.0s (0-100 km/h)
Battery
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
135 kWh
118 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
507 km
459 km
Range Standard
EPA
EPA
Fast Charging
25 min (10-80%)
Not Available
Normal Charging
10 hrs (240V)
Not Available
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
495 kW
198 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
177 km/h
210 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
3.5s (0-100 km/h)
6.0s (0-100 km/h)
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
N/A
5125 mm
Width
N/A
1959 mm
Height
N/A
1718 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
N/A
3210 mm
Ground Clearance
↑ higher
N/A
N/A
Features
Rivian R1T
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- + 6 more
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- + 4 more
Spec Score(9 comparable specs)
4
of 9 wins
Rivian R1T
Best Overall
1
of 9 wins
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
Comparing:
Rivian R1T (Dual Motor Standard) vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV (400 4MATIC)
| Spec name |  EV Rivian R1TDual Motor Standard C$90,000 2026Finance → |  EV Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV400 4MATIC C$131,800 2026Finance → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value2 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$90,000 | C$131,800 | |
Est. Monthly ↓ lowerEstimated monthly payment — 40% down, 7% p.a., 5-year loan | CAD 1,069/mo | CAD 1,566/mo | |
⚡Performance4 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 495 kW Best | 198 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 135 kWh Best | 118 kWh | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 177 km/h | 210 km/h Best | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 3.5s (0-100 km/h)s Best | 6.0s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Charging4 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 507 km Best | 459 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | EPA | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 25 min (10-80%) | Not Available | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 10 hrs (240V) | Not Available | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | N/A | 5125 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | N/A | 1959 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | N/A | 1718 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | N/A | 3210 mm | |
Ground Clearance ↑ higherLowest point clearance from ground | N/A | N/A | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- All-Wheel Drive
- Dual Motor
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
- All-Wheel Drive
- Ultra-Fast Charging (200+ kW)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto