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Mercedes Marco Polo vs NIO ET5 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 490 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 40,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or NIO ET5?

Mercedes Marco Polo vs NIO ET5: Key differences

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • considerably more trunk space
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NIO ET5

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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat 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.

NIO ET5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,771 £.

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Engine and Performance:

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 NIO ET5 offers clearly more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 253 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET5 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo is only slightly faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the NIO ET5 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET5 delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 200 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: NIO ET5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, NIO ET5 is somewhat lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 235 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers considerably more boot space – 670 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 284 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers clearly more capacity – up to 4,630 L, about 3,495 L more than the NIO ET5.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries markedly more – 650 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £40,700
ET5

NIO ET5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 456 - 590 km
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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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NIO ET5

NIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Price
40,700 - 58,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
194 - 218 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Trunk capacity
670 L
Trunk capacity
386 L
Length
5,140 mm
Length
4,790 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,960 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Payload
555 - 650 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
490 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
360 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
NIO
What drive types are available for the Mercedes Marco Polo?

The Mercedes Marco Polo is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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