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Mercedes Marco Polo vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Genesis G90?

Mercedes Marco Polo vs Genesis G90: Key differences

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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Genesis G90

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Marco Polo

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mercedes Marco Polo is significantly cheaper – starting at 57,500 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,669 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Marco Polo uses 7.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Genesis G90 with 11 L/100km. The difference is about 3.6 L/100km.

G90

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis G90 offers significantly more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 178 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Genesis G90 is slightly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Mercedes Marco Polo tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G90 delivers only slightly more torque with 549 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 49 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Genesis G90 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Genesis G90 is very slightly lighter – 2,260 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 190 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers significantly more boot space – 670 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 302 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries markedly more – 650 kg compared to 505 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Genesis G90 leads convincingly 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 £96,200
G90

Genesis G90

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 415 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 11 L/100km
Mercedes Marco Polo
Genesis G90

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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 G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Mercedes Marco Polo
Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
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
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
670 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
5,140 mm
Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
555 - 650 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Genesis
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