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BMW iX vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Mercedes Marco Polo?

BMW iX vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

BMW iX

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  • significantly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Marco Polo

  • noticeably cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

iX

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes Marco Polo is noticeably cheaper – starting at 57,500 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,086 £.

Marco Polo

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW iX offers significantly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 422 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW iX is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers considerably more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 515 Nm more.

iX

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW iX offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Marco Polo is very slightly lighter – 2,450 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers markedly more boot space – 670 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 170 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries somewhat more – 650 kg compared to 575 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 600 - 701 km
BMW iX
Mercedes Marco Polo

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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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Mercedes Marco Polo

The Mercedes Marco Polo is a posh, travel-ready camper that blends van practicality with Mercedes comfort, turning long trips into glamping adventures rather than endurance tests. Clever interior packaging and sensible luxury make it a top pick for buyers who want the prestige of a star on the grille without losing everyday usefulness.

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BMW iX
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
600 - 701 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
194 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
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Length
5,140 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,975 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Payload
505 - 575 kg
Payload
555 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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