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Mercedes Marco Polo vs Vauxhall Grandland comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 325 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 35,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Vauxhall Grandland?

Mercedes Marco Polo vs Vauxhall Grandland: Key differences

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • moderately more trunk space
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Vauxhall Grandland

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Marco Polo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Vauxhall Grandland is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,600 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,871 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Grandland uses 2.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.8 L/100km.

Grandland

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Grandland offers visibly more power – delivering 325 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 88 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Grandland is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Grandland delivers very slightly more torque with 509 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 9 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Vauxhall Grandland offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Grandland is considerably lighter – 1,675 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 775 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers moderately more boot space – 670 L compared to 550 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries visibly more – 650 kg compared to 495 kg. That’s a difference of about 155 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Grandland is far ahead 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.

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Grandland

Vauxhall Grandland

  • Engine Type Electric, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 145 - 325 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.6 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 82 - 694 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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Vauxhall Grandland

The Opel Grandland feels like a sensible, well-rounded SUV — neat styling, a spacious cabin and a composed ride that turns daily driving into a quietly pleasant experience. It’s a smart choice for buyers who want modern tech, good economy and a dash of German practicality without shouting for attention.

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Reviews Vauxhall Grandland

4.2 (3 Reviews)
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Björn Vermeire
10 May 2026, 18:53:13

I chose the Grandland even though I initially planned to go for the Enyaq. The driving range, interior and equipment won me over.

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Scheve
27 Nov 2025, 08:29:07

The ideal car for my needs. Range and energy management won me over, as did the elegant styling and the driver‑assist technology.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Price
35,600 - 51,400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.6 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 18.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
82 - 694 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
194 - 218 g/km
co2
0 - 126 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Curb weight
1,675 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
670 L
Trunk capacity
485 - 550 L
Length
5,140 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,905 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
555 - 650 kg
Payload
425 - 495 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
145 - 325 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Torque
230 - 509 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
107 - 239 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B, D
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Vauxhall
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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