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Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Mercedes Marco Polo?

Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

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

  • 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

Explorer EV

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 Explorer EV is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,285 £.

Marco Polo

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Explorer EV 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 Explorer EV is clearly 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 Explorer EV delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 179 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Ford Explorer EV offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is visibly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 454 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers markedly more boot space – 670 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 198 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries marginally more – 650 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is clearly superior overall 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 £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 - 602 km
Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Explorer EV

The Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.

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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 Explorer EV
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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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
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
-
Length
5,140 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,975 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Payload
531 - 585 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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