Compare performance (237 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (57500 £ vs 21200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Toyota Proace City Compact Van?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Toyota Proace City Compact Van has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21200 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36305 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Proace City Compact Van manages with 5.40 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Mercedes Marco Polo with 7.40 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.
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 has a decisively edge – offering 237 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 101 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes Marco Polo is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Toyota Proace City Compact Van takes 11.10 s. That’s about 3.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo performs to a small extent better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Toyota Proace City Compact Van tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes Marco Polo pulls distinct stronger with 500 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
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: Toyota Proace City Compact Van offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Toyota Proace City Compact Van is convincingly lighter – 1358 kg compared to 2450 kg. The difference is around 1092 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo performs barely noticeable better – up to 4630 L, which is about 330 L more than the Toyota Proace City Compact Van.
When it comes to payload, Toyota Proace City Compact Van distinct takes the win – 921 kg compared to 650 kg. That’s a difference of about 271 kg.
The Toyota Proace City Compact Van sits 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Proace City Compact Van is a city-savvy workhorse that packs surprising practicality and smart packaging into a friendly, easy-to-drive package. It’s the kind of van that gets the job done without fuss — reliable, economical and just sensible enough to make fleet managers smile.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
57500 - 82600 £
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Price
21200 - 37700 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 6.6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.50 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
337 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 - 150 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 61 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 - 5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
2450 - 2545 kg
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Curb weight
1358 - 1837 kg
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Trunk capacity
670 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
5140 mm
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Length
4401 - 4751 mm
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Width
1928 mm
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Width
1848 mm
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Height
1975 mm
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Height
1860 mm
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Max trunk capacity
4630 L
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Max trunk capacity
3300 - 4300 L
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Payload
555 - 650 kg
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Payload
560 - 921 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric, Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual 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
102 - 136 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 13.2 s
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Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
135 - 186 km/h
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Torque
380 - 500 Nm
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Torque
205 - 300 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
75 - 100 kW
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Engine capacity
1950 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1499 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Toyota
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The Mercedes Marco Polo is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.