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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Mercedes Marco Polo?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • clearly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,000 £.

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers substantially more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 413 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is somewhat faster – reaching 260 km/h, while the Mercedes Marco Polo tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers noticeably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is clearly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 495 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers clearly more boot space – 670 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers clearly more capacity – up to 4,630 L, about 3,050 L more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries moderately more – 650 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 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 £38,500
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 64,200 £
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,275 kg
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
4,655 - 4,715 mm
Length
5,140 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,585 - 1,605 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,540 - 1,580 L
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Payload
385 - 530 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
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

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