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Mercedes Marco Polo vs Volvo EX90 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (57,500 £ vs 72,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Marco Polo or Volvo EX90?

Mercedes Marco Polo vs Volvo EX90: Key differences

Mercedes Marco Polo

  • noticeably cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
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Volvo EX90

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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Mercedes Marco Polo is noticeably cheaper – starting at 57,500 £ , while the Volvo EX90 costs 72,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,677 £.

EX90

Engine and Performance:

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 Volvo EX90 offers clearly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 443 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX90 delivers substantially more torque with 870 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 370 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: Volvo EX90 offers more seats – 7 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Marco Polo is very slightly lighter – 2,450 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries only slightly more – 650 kg compared to 605 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX90 is clearly superior 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.

from £72,200
EX90

Volvo EX90

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 570 - 620 km
Mercedes Marco Polo
Volvo EX90

Costs and Consumption

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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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Volvo EX90

The Volvo EX90 feels like a Scandinavian fortress on wheels, combining serene luxury with smart safety features that make everyday driving remarkably calm and confident. It dresses cutting-edge electric technology in understated elegance, so buyers who want peace of mind without shouting about it will find it hard to resist.

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Mercedes Marco Polo
Volvo EX90

Costs and Consumption

Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Price
72,200 - 91,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
570 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
194 - 218 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Curb weight
2,555 - 2,765 kg
Trunk capacity
670 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
5,140 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,964 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
555 - 650 kg
Payload
545 - 605 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Volvo
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