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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
detailsThe 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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Price
70,600 - 100,600 £
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Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 11.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
81 - 82 km
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
86 - 271 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,055 - 2,460 kg
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Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
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Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
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Trunk capacity
472 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,970 mm
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Width
1,872 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
640 - 885 kg
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Payload
531 - 585 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
231 - 507 HP
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 770 Nm
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
170 - 373 kW
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,025
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Model Year
2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Ford
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