Compare performance (237 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 33,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Renault Trafic Transporter?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Trafic Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 33,200 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,284 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Trafic Transporter uses 6.6 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 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 visibly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Marco Polo is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo is noticeably faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the Renault Trafic Transporter tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 46 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Marco Polo delivers visibly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is visibly lighter – 1,848 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 602 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Trafic Transporter offers considerably more capacity – up to 8,900 L, about 4,270 L more than the Mercedes Marco Polo.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries substantially more – 1,222 kg compared to 650 kg. That’s a difference of about 572 kg.
The Renault Trafic Transporter is decisively ahead 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 Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
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Price
33,200 - 43,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 7.8 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
240 - 318 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 - 206 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
80 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
3 - 6
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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
1,848 - 2,075 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
5,080 - 5,480 mm
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
1,956 mm
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Height
1,975 mm
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Height
1,967 - 2,509 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 - 8,900 L
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Payload
555 - 650 kg
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Payload
848 - 1,222 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic 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
110 - 170 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 15.1 s
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
110 - 174 km/h
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Torque
380 - 500 Nm
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Torque
245 - 380 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
81 - 125 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,997 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,022 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Renault
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