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Honda Civic vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (32,500 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Mercedes Marco Polo?

Honda Civic vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

Honda Civic

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Mercedes Marco Polo

  • noticeably more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Civic

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Honda Civic is considerably cheaper – starting at 32,500 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Honda Civic uses 4.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

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 Mercedes Marco Polo offers noticeably more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 53 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Marco Polo is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.8 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Marco Polo delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 185 Nm more.

Civic

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Honda Civic offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Honda Civic is clearly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 933 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries noticeably more – 650 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 253 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Honda Civic 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 £32,500
Civic

Honda Civic

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.7 - 5 L/100km
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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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Reviews Honda Civic

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Galym
6 Feb 2026, 11:09:51

I used to have a petrol Civic and recently had the chance to drive the Civic hybrid. What a difference! Of course you’ve got to buy it! It’s a car that puts a big grin on your face behind the wheel. Sporty, eye-catching design.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32,500 - 35,500 £
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
194 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,517 - 1,533 kg
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
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Length
5,140 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
-
Height
1,975 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
555 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Honda
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drive types are available for the Honda Civic?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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