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Mercedes EQT vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQT or VW Polo?

Mercedes EQT vs VW Polo: Key differences

Mercedes EQT

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  • markedly more trunk space

VW Polo

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

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

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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.

VW Polo is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Mercedes EQT costs 27,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,516 £.

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 VW Polo offers clearly more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Polo delivers markedly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm more.

EQT

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Polo is substantially lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 1,925 kg. The difference is around 782 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers markedly more boot space – 551 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 200 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries a bit more – 531 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 74 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Polo 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 £17,300
Polo

VW Polo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Mercedes EQT
VW Polo

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Mercedes EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Mercedes EQT
VW Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
-
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
457 - 531 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
132 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
245 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
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