Compare performance (237 HP vs 641 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 265,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Maserati GT2 Stradale?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes Marco Polo is considerably cheaper – starting at 57,500 £ , while the Maserati GT2 Stradale costs 265,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 208,229 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Marco Polo uses 7.4 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Maserati GT2 Stradale with 11.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.
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 Maserati GT2 Stradale offers considerably more power – delivering 641 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 404 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati GT2 Stradale is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati GT2 Stradale delivers markedly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes Marco Polo offers more seats – 4 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Maserati GT2 Stradale is clearly lighter – 1,475 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 975 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers substantially more boot space – 670 L compared to 100 L. That’s a difference of about 570 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries substantially more – 650 kg compared to 315 kg. That’s a difference of about 335 kg.
The Mercedes Marco Polo is clearly superior 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.
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 Maserati GT2 Stradale takes the thunder of the brand’s GT2 racer and dresses it for the street, serving up carbon-scented drama, razor-edged responses, and an exhaust note that turns tunnels into concert halls. It’s the kind of halo machine that makes every coffee run feel like a warm-up lap, yet still oozes Italian elegance when you’re just cruising past the valet.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
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Price
265,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11.6 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
265 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
Coupe
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Seats
4
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Seats
2
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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
1,475 kg
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Trunk capacity
670 L
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Trunk capacity
100 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
1,965 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
315 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Power HP
641 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 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
720 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Power kW
471 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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Engine capacity
3,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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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
Maserati
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