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Citroen Holidays vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 57500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen Holidays or Mercedes Marco Polo?

Citroen Holidays vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

Citroen Holidays

  • distinct cheaper
  • minimal lighter

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • noticeable more power
  • hardly perceptible more efficient

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

Marco Polo

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Citroen Holidays has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14637 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes Marco Polo manages with 7.40 L and is therefore hardly perceptible more efficient than the Citroen Holidays with 7.90 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes Marco Polo has a noticeable edge – offering 237 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo performs distinct better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Citroen Holidays tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Marco Polo pulls somewhat stronger with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In curb weight, Citroen Holidays is minimal lighter – 2235 kg compared to 2450 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

When it comes to payload, Citroen Holidays noticeable takes the win – 865 kg compared to 650 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Marco Polo holds a narrow overall lead 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.

Citroen Holidays
Mercedes Marco Polo

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Marco Polo

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7.4 - 8.3 L

Citroen Holidays

The Citroën Holidays wraps the brand's cheerful French charm into a holiday-ready package, with cosy, flexible interiors and styling that makes every errand feel like the start of a mini break. It won't thrill the petrolhead, but as a clever, easygoing companion for family getaways and weekend escapes it delivers exactly what most buyers want: comfort, personality and a mischievous sense of fun.

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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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Citroen Holidays
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
42800 - 45400 £
Price
57500 - 82600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.9 - 8.1 L
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
208 - 211 g/km
co2
194 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2235 kg
Curb weight
2450 - 2545 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
4981 mm
Length
5140 mm
Width
2010 mm
Width
1928 mm
Height
1990 mm
Height
1975 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4630 L
Payload
865 kg
Payload
555 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 180 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
370 - 400 Nm
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 132 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
2184 cm3
Engine capacity
1950 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Citroen
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Citroen Holidays have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.