Compare performance (237 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 21,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Ford Tourneo Courier?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Ford Tourneo Courier is clearly cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,671 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Tourneo Courier uses 6.6 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 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 Mercedes Marco Polo offers considerably more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Marco Polo delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Ford Tourneo Courier offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Tourneo Courier is substantially lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 933 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers moderately more boot space – 670 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 100 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries clearly more – 650 kg compared to 483 kg. That’s a difference of about 167 kg.
The Ford Tourneo Courier is decisively ahead 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 Ford Tourneo Courier is a cheeky, compact people carrier that turns urban errands into a pleasure, thanks to a spacious, cleverly packaged cabin and genuinely practical storage everywhere you look. It drives with reassuringly car-like manners, so the ride is comfy for school runs and shopping trips, and sensible touches like fold-flat seats, a high driving position and plentiful cubbies make it a smart, fuss-free choice for small families and weekend haulers.
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Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
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Price
21,800 - 35,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
320 km
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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
0 - 151 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
High Roof Estate
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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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
1,517 - 1,545 kg
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Trunk capacity
670 L
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Trunk capacity
570 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
1,800 - 1,813 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
480 - 483 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Power HP
125 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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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
170 - 290 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Power kW
92 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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Engine capacity
998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Ford
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