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NIO EL8 vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL8 or Mercedes Marco Polo?

NIO EL8 vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

NIO EL8

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Marco Polo

  • noticeably cheaper
  • only slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mercedes Marco Polo is noticeably cheaper – starting at 57,500 £ , while the NIO EL8 costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,572 £.

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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 NIO EL8 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 416 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo is very slightly faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the NIO EL8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL8 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 350 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: NIO EL8 offers more seats – 6 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Marco Polo is only slightly lighter – 2,450 kg compared to 2,613 kg. The difference is around 163 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers clearly more boot space – 670 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 405 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers substantially more capacity – up to 4,630 L, about 3,820 L more than the NIO EL8.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries a bit more – 650 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL8 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 £71,100
EL8

NIO EL8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 390 - 510 km
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NIO EL8

The NIO EL8 feels like a tech-savvy living room on wheels, blending upscale comfort with playful design for buyers who want electric refinement without the clinical vibe. It’s roomy, packed with clever features and a relaxed driving character that turns everyday trips into something a little more fun.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 90,800 £
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
390 - 510 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
194 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
6
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,613 - 2,633 kg
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Trunk capacity
265 L
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
5,099 mm
Length
5,140 mm
Width
1,989 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,750 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Max trunk capacity
810 L
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Payload
557 - 577 kg
Payload
555 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
NIO
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the NIO EL8 have?

The NIO EL8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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