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Mercedes Marco Polo vs Nissan Primastar Transporter comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 43,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Nissan Primastar Transporter?

Mercedes Marco Polo vs Nissan Primastar Transporter: Key differences

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • visibly more power
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Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • clearly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • noticeably 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.

Nissan Primastar Transporter is clearly cheaper – starting at 43,500 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,962 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Primastar Transporter uses 6.8 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Primastar Transporter

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 Mercedes Marco Polo offers visibly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Marco Polo delivers noticeably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Nissan Primastar Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Primastar Transporter is noticeably lighter – 1,926 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 524 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Primastar Transporter carries significantly more – 1,110 kg compared to 650 kg. That’s a difference of about 460 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Primastar Transporter 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.

from £43,500
Primastar Transporter

Nissan Primastar Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 170 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.8 - 7 L/100km
Mercedes Marco Polo
Nissan Primastar Transporter

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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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Nissan Primastar Transporter

The Nissan Primastar is a no-nonsense transporter that pairs rugged practicality with a surprisingly civilized cabin, so you arrive with your tools — and your temper — intact. It may not steal glances at the lights, but its sensible layout and dependable nature make it the kind of van you’ll happily rely on day in, day out.

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Mercedes Marco Polo
Nissan Primastar Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Price
43,500 - 48,500 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
194 - 218 g/km
co2
178 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
4
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Curb weight
1,926 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
670 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,140 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
555 - 650 kg
Payload
899 - 1,110 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
150 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Torque
350 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
110 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Nissan
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