Compare performance (281 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Mercedes Marco Polo?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Ranger is slightly cheaper – starting at 48,400 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,046 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.3 L/100km.
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 Ford Ranger offers somewhat more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Marco Polo is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Ford Ranger takes 8.7 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers noticeably more torque with 697 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 197 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Ford Ranger offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Ranger is very slightly lighter – 2,405 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries markedly more – 989 kg compared to 650 kg. That’s a difference of about 339 kg.
The Ford Ranger 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.
The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.
detailsThe 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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
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Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
42 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
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co2
194 - 218 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Pickup
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Body Type
Bus
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
4
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Doors
-
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
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Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
670 L
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Length
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Length
5,140 mm
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Width
1,918 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,975 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
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Payload
845 - 989 kg
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Payload
555 - 650 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
240 - 281 HP
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
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Torque
380 - 500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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