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Mercedes Marco Polo vs Genesis G70 Shooting Brake comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Genesis G70 Shooting Brake?

Mercedes Marco Polo vs Genesis G70 Shooting Brake: Key differences

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • visibly more trunk space
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Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Marco Polo

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Genesis G70 Shooting Brake is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,903 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake uses 6.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.5 L/100km.

G70 Shooting Brake

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake offers very slightly more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake is marginally faster – reaching 235 km/h, while the Mercedes Marco Polo tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Marco Polo delivers a bit more torque with 500 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Genesis G70 Shooting Brake offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G70 Shooting Brake is substantially lighter – 1,727 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 723 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers visibly more boot space – 670 L compared to 465 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers substantially more capacity – up to 4,630 L, about 3,095 L more than the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries visibly more – 650 kg compared to 448 kg. That’s a difference of about 202 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G70 Shooting Brake sits just ahead 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 £39,600
G70 Shooting Brake

Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

  • Engine Type Petrol, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 200 - 245 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 9.3 L/100km
Mercedes Marco Polo
Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

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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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Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

The Genesis G70 Shooting Brake turns the sporty saloon into a rakish estate, wrapping sleek fastback lines around a surprisingly practical rear while still feeling eager on a twisty road. Inside it spoils with premium materials and clever packaging, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury and usable cargo without sacrificing driving fun — a rare combo that actually makes sense.

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Mercedes Marco Polo
Genesis G70 Shooting Brake

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Price
39,600 - 45,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 9.3 L/100km
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
co2
180 - 212 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Estate
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Curb weight
1,727 - 1,897 kg
Trunk capacity
670 L
Trunk capacity
465 L
Length
5,140 mm
Length
4,685 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Height
1,400 mm
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Max trunk capacity
1,535 L
Payload
555 - 650 kg
Payload
438 - 448 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
200 - 245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.2 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
225 - 235 km/h
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Torque
353 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
147 - 180 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,199 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
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