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Audi Q5 vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (367 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (46,400 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q5 or Ford Explorer EV?

Audi Q5 vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Audi Q5

4.4 (5 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Q5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Explorer EV is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Audi Q5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,171 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers considerably more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 502 km more than the Audi Q5.

Explorer EV

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 Audi Q5 offers only slightly more power – delivering 367 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q5 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers a bit more torque with 679 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 99 Nm more.

Q5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi Q5 is only slightly lighter – 1,910 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 86 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q5 offers only slightly more boot space – 520 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries very slightly more – 585 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is decisively 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 £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 417 - 602 km
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Audi Q5

The Audi Q5 feels like the sensible luxury choice — polished cabin materials, a calm ride and enough tech to keep commuters and weekend adventurers equally pleased. It won't shout for attention but will quietly check the boxes for buyers who want refinement, space and everyday usability with a dash of Audi charisma.

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Reviews Audi Q5

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Aurelio
16 Mar 2026, 20:10:09

BYD — to Romania, in my area I have to recharge 5 times.
Audi Q5 — to the same place I refuel only 2 times.
At the end of the merry-go-round, if diesel doesn’t rise again, I can say I travel with peace of mind in the Audi — both on price and comfort 😆😆😆. If I switch on the air conditioning in the BYD, I’m totally screwed; for 1,350 km I’d need solar panels just to keep costs down.
But if I only drive around the city and do short runs, all praise to BYD.

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Klaus
9 Dec 2025, 16:03:21

The Audi Q5 reliably gets me to my destination every day. It isn't cheap, but it's a real looker!!!

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Ford Explorer EV

The Ford Explorer EV translates the familiar big‑American SUV presence into whisper‑quiet electric motoring, offering roomy seating and a tech‑forward cabin that will please families and road‑trippers alike. It drives with more composure than its boxy looks suggest, blending a comfortable ride and eager acceleration while undercutting the guilt of gas stops — a practical, modern alternative for buyers who want Explorer space with electric charm.

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Reviews Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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Olle Westberg
22 Feb 2026, 20:59:34

600 km real-world range in summer; handles me — I'm just over 190 cm and 100 kg.

Better looking than the ID.4 and often available at a really good price.

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D.W.
29 Oct 2025, 18:09:06

I have owned and worked on Ford products for years and I am now driving an 07 Explorer 4.0 liter. 1 transmission and multiple soft parts and switches >300.000.
Klm. and still looks and runs great.
I am a Ford fan and will continue to be one, however the Rxplorer is looking dated. Come on you guys time for a Ford Home run. How about a totally resigned Ford Explorer. Hey how bout a diesel or a hybrid

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,400 - 79,600 £
Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
92 - 100 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
56 - 189 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,910 - 2,245 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
433 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
490 - 565 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 367 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
340 - 580 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 270 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q5 have?

The Audi Q5 is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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