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Mercedes Marco Polo vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Subaru BRZ?

Mercedes Marco Polo vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • very slightly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • clearly more trunk space
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Subaru BRZ

  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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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.

Subaru BRZ is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,494 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Marco Polo uses 7.4 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

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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 Mercedes Marco Polo offers very slightly more power – delivering 237 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 2 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Subaru BRZ is very slightly faster – reaching 226 km/h, while the Mercedes Marco Polo tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Marco Polo delivers clearly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 4 people.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is substantially lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 2,450 kg. The difference is around 1,175 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers clearly more boot space – 670 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 433 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries clearly more – 650 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 246 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Marco Polo is barely 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.

from £57,500
Marco Polo

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
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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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The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
194 - 218 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
2
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
670 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
5,140 mm
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
555 - 650 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Subaru
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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