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Ford Tourneo Custom vs Mercedes Marco Polo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (286 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (45700 £ vs 57500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Tourneo Custom or Mercedes Marco Polo?

Ford Tourneo Custom

Mercedes Marco Polo

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

Tourneo Custom

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Tourneo Custom has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 45700 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11738 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Tourneo Custom manages with 4.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.40 L. The difference is about 3.30 L per 100 km.

Tourneo Custom

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 Tourneo Custom has a slightly edge – offering 286 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo performs distinct better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Ford Tourneo Custom tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Marco Polo pulls to a small extent stronger with 500 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm difference.

Tourneo Custom

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 Tourneo Custom offers convincingly more seating capacity – 8 vs 4.

In curb weight, Mercedes Marco Polo is barely noticeable lighter – 2450 kg compared to 2453 kg. The difference is around 3 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Tourneo Custom offers a bit more room – 819 L compared to 670 L. That’s a difference of about 149 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo performs convincingly better – up to 4630 L, which is about 3276 L more than the Ford Tourneo Custom.

When it comes to payload, Ford Tourneo Custom clearly perceptible takes the win – 847 kg compared to 650 kg. That’s a difference of about 197 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Tourneo Custom 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.

Ford Tourneo Custom
Mercedes Marco Polo

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from about £45,700
Tourneo Custom

Ford Tourneo Custom

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.1 - 8.6 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24.2 - 25.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 49 - 307 km

Ford Tourneo Custom

The Ford Tourneo Custom is a practical and polished people‑carrier that turns hauling crew and weekend kit into something surprisingly pleasant, with a composed ride and a cabin built for real life rather than showroom gloss. With clever storage, flexible seating and tech that keeps everyone happy on the road, it’s the sensible choice for families or businesses that want function without sacrificing a bit of style — the van that learnt how to be nice to live with.

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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 Tourneo Custom
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
45700 - 67800 £
Price
57500 - 82600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 8.6 L
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
24.2 - 25.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
49 - 307 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
11.8 - 64 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 226 g/km
co2
194 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Bus
Seats
8
Seats
4
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2453 - 2707 kg
Curb weight
2450 - 2545 kg
Trunk capacity
672 - 819 L
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
5050 - 5450 mm
Length
5140 mm
Width
2032 mm
Width
1928 mm
Height
1958 - 1959 mm
Height
1975 mm
Max trunk capacity
1045 - 1354 L
Max trunk capacity
4630 L
Payload
620 - 847 kg
Payload
555 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 286 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
150 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
360 - 415 Nm
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 210 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1996 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1950 cm3

General

Model Year
2023 - 2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Ford Tourneo Custom have?

The Ford Tourneo Custom is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-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.