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 |
The Rivian R1T is the more affordable choice at C$90,000, undercutting the other by about C$41,800. The Rivian R1T travels further on a charge, with a claimed 507 km versus 459 km — roughly 48 km more. The Rivian R1T is the more powerful EV, producing 495 kW to the other's 198 kW.
Overall the Rivian R1T holds the clearer advantage here — it leads on a lower purchase price (C$90,000) — so it is the stronger pick unless brand loyalty or a specific feature points you to the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV.
Rivian R1T vs Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV
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Fuel Type
Range
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Battery
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Motor Power
↑ higher
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
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Fast Charging
Normal Charging
Motor Power
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Top Speed
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Acceleration
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Length
Width
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Wheelbase
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| Spec name |  Electric Rivian R1TDual Motor Standard C$90,000 2026EMI → |  Electric Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV400 4MATIC C$131,800 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$90,000 | C$131,800 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$1,426/mo | C$2,088/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 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 | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 1124 Nm | 1020 Nm | |
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 & Efficiency7 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%) | N/A | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 10 hrs (240V) | N/A | |
📏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 | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
