Compare performance (237 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Renault Express?
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.
Renault Express is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,360 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Express uses 4.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.8 L/100km.
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 Mercedes Marco Polo offers significantly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Marco Polo is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 4.5 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo is markedly faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 53 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Marco Polo delivers considerably more torque with 500 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Mercedes Marco Polo offers more seats – 4 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is considerably lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 1,154 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers markedly more capacity – up to 4,630 L, about 1,330 L more than the Renault Express.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries marginally more – 700 kg compared to 650 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.
The Renault Express 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 Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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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
121 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
4
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Seats
2
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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
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Trunk capacity
670 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
5,140 mm
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Length
4,393 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Height
1,975 mm
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Height
1,811 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Payload
555 - 650 kg
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 237 HP
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Power HP
75 - 102 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Torque
380 - 500 Nm
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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