Compare performance (237 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 54,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Nissan Ariya?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Nissan Ariya is only slightly cheaper – starting at 54,800 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,637 £.
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 Nissan Ariya offers clearly more power – delivering 435 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 198 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Nissan Ariya delivers slightly more torque with 600 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Nissan Ariya offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Nissan Ariya is only slightly lighter – 2,277 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 173 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers clearly more boot space – 670 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 255 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries considerably more – 650 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 287 kg.
The Nissan Ariya 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 Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.
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Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
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Price
54,800 £
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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
24.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
417 km
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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
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
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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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
2,277 kg
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Trunk capacity
670 L
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Trunk capacity
415 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
1,850 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
363 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
435 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 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
600 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
320 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
2025
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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
Nissan
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