Compare performance (237 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 22,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Skoda Kamiq?
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.
Skoda Kamiq is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,300 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 35,217 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Kamiq uses 5.3 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.
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 150 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Marco Polo is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Skoda Kamiq takes 8.1 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Marco Polo delivers substantially more torque with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Skoda Kamiq offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Skoda Kamiq is substantially lighter – 1,231 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 1,219 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers clearly more boot space – 670 L compared to 400 L. That’s a difference of about 270 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries slightly more – 650 kg compared to 539 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.
The Skoda Kamiq 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.
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 Skoda Kamiq is a practical, well-built small crossover that mixes city-friendly manners with surprisingly versatile interior space and clever storage solutions. It offers a comfortable ride, user-friendly technology and solid value, making it a sensible choice for everyday driving.
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Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
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Price
22,300 - 32,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.7 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 - 128 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
1,231 - 1,340 kg
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Trunk capacity
670 L
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Trunk capacity
400 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
1,793 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
439 - 539 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
95 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11 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
175 - 250 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
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Power kW
70 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
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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
D
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Skoda
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