Compare performance (237 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or NIO ET7?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes Marco Polo is only slightly cheaper – starting at 57,500 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,429 £.
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 ET7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 416 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo is marginally faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the NIO ET7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: NIO ET7 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, NIO ET7 is barely lighter – 2,434 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 16 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers considerably more boot space – 670 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 307 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries noticeably more – 650 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 184 kg.
The NIO ET7 holds a decisive overall lead 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 NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.
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Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
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Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
451 - 584 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
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co2
194 - 218 g/km
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co2
0 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
Sedan
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
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Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
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Trunk capacity
670 L
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Trunk capacity
363 L
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Length
5,140 mm
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Length
5,101 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
1,987 mm
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Height
1,975 mm
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Height
1,509 mm
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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
446 - 466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Power HP
653 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
380 - 500 Nm
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Torque
850 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Power kW
480 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
NIO
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