Truck comparison
Rivian R1T vs Mercedes-Benz GLE
Which costs less to own over 5 years? Compare purchase price, fuel, maintenance, insurance, and depreciation — then customize with your own numbers.
Rivian R1T vs Mercedes-Benz GLE: Quick Verdict
Based on average driving (12,000 miles/year), the Mercedes-Benz GLE costs approximately $1,559 less over 5 years compared to the Rivian R1T. The gas vehicle's lower purchase price outweighs the EV's fuel savings at this mileage.
Rivian R1T
$81,885
purchase price
Mercedes-Benz GLE
$69,850
purchase price
Gas saves
$1,559
over 5 years
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Your Numbers
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Average American drives ~13,500 miles/year
Charge at home overnight — cheapest option
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Too Close to Call
Gas saves you
$1,559
over 5 years
EV saves per month
$172
fuel + maintenance + insurance
Operating cost payback
5.8 years
beyond ownership
The difference between the Rivian R1T and Mercedes-Benz GLE is small — only $1,559 over 5 years.
These vehicles are in different classes. The comparison is still valid but keep the size/class difference in mind.
Operating cost payback falls outside your ownership period. You may not recover the extra upfront cost through fuel and maintenance savings alone.
Gas saves you
$1,559
over 5 years (all-in)
EV saves per month
$172
fuel + maintenance + insurance
Operating cost payback
5.8 years
beyond ownership period
Vehicles compared
Rivian R1T vs Mercedes GLE
Truck
Full Cost Breakdown
| Rivian R1TPremium Dual-Motor AWDElectric | Mercedes-Benz GLEGLE 350 4MATICBestGas | |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase Price | $81,885 | $69,850 |
| Monthly Fuel | $51 | $152 |
| Annual Fuel | $616 | $1,826 |
| Total Fuel | $3,081 | $9,130 |
| Total Maintenance | $3,250 | $7,250 |
| Total Insurance | $12,500 | $12,750 |
| Resale Value | $36,848 | $36,671 |
| Total Cost of Ownership | $63,868 | $62,309 |
Rivian R1T
Premium Dual-Motor AWD
Electric
Mercedes-Benz GLE
GLE 350 4MATIC
Gas
Cost Over 5 Years
Why This Result
At your inputs, neither option has a decisive cost advantage. Small changes in gas prices, electricity rates, or driving habits could tip the balance either way.
Fuel vs Charging
Charging the Rivian R1T costs about $616/year vs $1826/year for gas in the Mercedes GLE. That's $1210/year in fuel savings alone.
Your electricity rate matters
Home charging is the EV's biggest lever. Every 1¢/kWh lower saves about $47/year ($237 over 5 years) for the Rivian R1T. Charging from rooftop solar can lower it further. Enter your actual overnight or solar rate above to see your own numbers.
Maintenance
EVs have fewer moving parts — no oil changes, less brake wear, no transmission fluid. The Rivian R1T saves roughly $4000 in maintenance over the ownership period.
Depreciation & Resale
The Mercedes GLE holds 53% of its value vs 45% for the Rivian R1T. Purchase price and resale value are often the largest factors in total cost of ownership.
Insurance
EV insurance tends to run higher due to specialized repair costs. We've included $2,500/year for the Rivian R1T vs $2,550/year for the Mercedes GLE in the total comparison.
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About the Rivian R1T
The Rivian R1T is a fully electric truck with an efficiency of 0.395 kWh per mile. Priced at $81,885, it costs around $650/year to maintain and $2,500/year to insure.
About the Mercedes-Benz GLE
The Mercedes-Benz GLE is a gas-powered truck achieving 23 MPG. Priced at $69,850, it costs around $1,450/year to maintain and $2,550/year to insure. Note that these vehicles are in different classes — keep size and use-case differences in mind.
How We Calculate Total Cost
Total cost of ownership includes purchase price, fuel or charging costs over your ownership period, annual maintenance, annual insurance, minus estimated resale value based on depreciation. This gives you the true all-in cost of each vehicle — not just the sticker price.