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Ford Capri vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (36,300 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Capri or Mercedes Marco Polo?

Ford Capri vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

Ford Capri

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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably lighter
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Mercedes Marco Polo

  • a bit 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

Capri

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.

Ford Capri is substantially cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,143 £.

Marco Polo

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 Ford Capri offers noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 103 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Capri is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Capri delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm more.

Capri

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Ford Capri offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Capri is noticeably lighter – 2,001 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 449 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers a bit more boot space – 670 L compared to 572 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries barely more – 650 kg compared to 587 kg. That’s a difference of about 63 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Capri stands well ahead of its rival 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 £36,300
Capri

Ford Capri

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 439 - 627 km
Ford Capri
Mercedes Marco Polo

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Ford Capri

The Ford Capri turned the family car into something cheekily sporty, with a long, rakish profile that still promises fun at a glance. Today it lives on as a lovable classic — easy to tinker with, enjoyable to drive and guaranteed to raise smiles at any meet.

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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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Ford Capri
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,300 - 51,800 £
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.8 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
439 - 627 km
Electric Range
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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
2,001 - 2,206 kg
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Trunk capacity
572 L
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
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Length
5,140 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
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Height
1,975 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Payload
539 - 587 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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