Compare performance (237 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 91,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or BMW X7?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes Marco Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 57,500 £ , while the BMW X7 costs 91,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,800 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Marco Polo uses 7.4 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the BMW X7 with 8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.
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 BMW X7 offers considerably more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 293 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW X7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X7 delivers noticeably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 250 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.
Seats: BMW X7 offers more seats – 7 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Marco Polo is barely lighter – 2,450 kg compared to 2,490 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW X7 offers slightly more boot space – 750 L compared to 670 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW X7 carries moderately more – 760 kg compared to 650 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.
The BMW X7 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.
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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The BMW X7 sits at the top of BMW’s SUV range, wrapping executive-level luxury and a cavernous cabin in a bold, road-commanding package. It’s ideal for buyers who want first-class comfort and presence on the road — think chauffeur-level refinement without hiring one, though you’ll need a confident approach to parking.
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Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
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Price
91,300 - 118,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8 - 12.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
194 - 218 g/km
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co2
210 - 274 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
7
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
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Curb weight
2,490 - 2,675 kg
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Trunk capacity
670 L
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Trunk capacity
750 L
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Length
5,140 mm
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Length
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
2,000 mm
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Height
1,975 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
555 - 650 kg
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Payload
680 - 760 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Power HP
352 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 - 500 Nm
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Torque
520 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Power kW
259 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
BMW
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