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?
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 £.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
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Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
116 - 148 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
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Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
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Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
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Trunk capacity
351 L
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,751 mm
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
457 - 531 kg
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Payload
432 - 457 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
122 HP
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Power HP
80 - 207 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
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Max Speed
132 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
245 Nm
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Torque
93 - 320 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
90 kW
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Power kW
59 - 152 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VW
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