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Mercedes Marco Polo vs Skoda Superb Limousine comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Skoda Superb Limousine?

Mercedes Marco Polo vs Skoda Superb Limousine: Key differences

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • only slightly more trunk space
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Skoda Superb Limousine

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  • significantly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • noticeably 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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Skoda Superb Limousine is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,428 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Skoda Superb Limousine uses 1.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.4 L/100km. The difference is about 6.2 L/100km.

Superb Limousine

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Skoda Superb Limousine offers a bit more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Superb Limousine is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.6 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Marco Polo delivers a bit more torque with 500 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Skoda Superb Limousine offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Superb Limousine is considerably lighter – 1,559 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 891 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers only slightly more boot space – 670 L compared to 645 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries slightly more – 650 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Skoda Superb Limousine stands well ahead of its rival 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 £35,100
Superb Limousine

Skoda Superb Limousine

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.2 - 7.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range 131 - 140 km
Mercedes Marco Polo
Skoda Superb Limousine

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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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Skoda Superb Limousine

The Skoda Superb is the quietly imposing saloon that turns everyday practicality into tasteful luxury, with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and a boot that swallows groceries and luggage with military discipline. For buyers who want executive presence without the badge snobbery, it’s a clever, polished choice that rewards sensible thinking with genuine comfort and pragmatic charm.

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Mercedes Marco Polo
Skoda Superb Limousine

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Price
35,100 - 52,100 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
131 - 140 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
194 - 218 g/km
co2
26 - 175 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Curb weight
1,559 - 1,896 kg
Trunk capacity
670 L
Trunk capacity
486 - 645 L
Length
5,140 mm
Length
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Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,849 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Height
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Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
555 - 650 kg
Payload
441 - 580 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
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
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Skoda
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