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Mercedes Marco Polo vs Jaguar E-Pace comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 32,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Jaguar E-Pace?

Mercedes Marco Polo vs Jaguar E-Pace: Key differences

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • visibly more trunk space
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Jaguar E-Pace

  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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.

Jaguar E-Pace is significantly cheaper – starting at 32,400 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,085 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Jaguar E-Pace uses 1.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 6 L/100km.

E-Pace

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 Jaguar E-Pace offers a bit more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Jaguar E-Pace is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 7.3 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo is barely faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the Jaguar E-Pace tops out at 211 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Jaguar E-Pace delivers marginally more torque with 540 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 40 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: Jaguar E-Pace offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Jaguar E-Pace is clearly lighter – 1,783 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 667 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers visibly more boot space – 670 L compared to 494 L. That’s a difference of about 176 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers considerably more capacity – up to 4,630 L, about 3,460 L more than the Jaguar E-Pace.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries a bit more – 650 kg compared to 554 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Jaguar E-Pace is far 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 £32,400
E-Pace

Jaguar E-Pace

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 160 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
  • Electric Range 69 km
Mercedes Marco Polo
Jaguar E-Pace

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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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Jaguar E-Pace

The Jaguar E-Pace brings compact SUV practicality together with taut, sporty design and unmistakable British charm, helping it stand out in a crowded class. Inside, the cabin feels premium and the driving manners are engaging enough to keep a grin on your face, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want Jaguar style without the bulk.

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Mercedes Marco Polo
Jaguar E-Pace

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Price
32,400 - 56,100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
69 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
11.5 kWh
co2
194 - 218 g/km
co2
33 - 185 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 67 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Curb weight
1,783 - 2,173 kg
Trunk capacity
670 L
Trunk capacity
494 L
Length
5,140 mm
Length
4,395 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,984 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Height
1,648 mm
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Max trunk capacity
1,170 L
Payload
555 - 650 kg
Payload
497 - 554 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, 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, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
160 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 211 km/h
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Torque
260 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
118 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Jaguar
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