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Audi Q7 vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (507 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (70,600 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q7 or Ford Explorer EV?

Audi Q7 vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Audi Q7

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  • visibly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space

Ford Explorer EV

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • marginally lighter

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

Q7

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Audi Q7 costs 70,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,428 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers considerably more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 520 km more than the Audi Q7.

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 Q7 offers visibly more power – delivering 507 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 167 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi Q7 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q7 delivers moderately more torque with 770 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm more.

Q7

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: Audi Q7 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is marginally lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,055 kg. The difference is around 59 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi Q7 offers substantially more boot space – 887 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 415 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q7 carries clearly more – 885 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 300 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
Audi Q7
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 cuts an imposing figure on the road, balancing restrained luxury with a spacious, tech-rich cabin that makes long journeys feel effortless. It rides with confident composure and polished manners, so if you want a premium family SUV that feels grown-up and worth the badge, the Q7 is a persuasive choice — even the in-laws will be impressed.

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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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Audi Q7
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
70,600 - 100,600 £
Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 11.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
81 - 82 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
86 - 271 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,055 - 2,460 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
640 - 885 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 507 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 770 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
170 - 373 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Audi
Brand
Ford
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