Compare performance (550 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (180,900 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Bentley Flying Spur or Ford Explorer EV?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Ford Explorer EV is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Bentley Flying Spur costs 180,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 146,657 £.
As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers substantially more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 561 km more than the Bentley Flying Spur.
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 Bentley Flying Spur offers visibly more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Flying Spur is clearly 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 Bentley Flying Spur delivers somewhat 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: Ford Explorer EV offers more seats – 5 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is somewhat lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,330 kg. The difference is around 334 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers moderately more boot space – 472 L compared to 420 L. That’s a difference of about 52 L.
When it comes to payload, the Bentley Flying Spur carries very slightly more – 650 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 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 Bentley Flying Spur wraps landmark luxury and bespoke British craft into a sedan that feels like a private members' club you can park in your driveway. It delivers chauffeur-grade comfort wrapped in driver-focused poise, turning an ordinary commute into a memorably grand arrival.
detailsThe Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
180,900 - 186,300 £
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Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 12.7 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
41 km
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
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Battery Capacity
18 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
75 - 288 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 - 90 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,330 - 2,505 kg
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Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
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Trunk capacity
420 L
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Trunk capacity
472 L
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Length
5,316 mm
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Length
-
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Width
2,013 mm
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Width
1,872 mm
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Height
1,483 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
525 - 650 kg
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Payload
531 - 585 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
544 - 550 HP
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 4.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
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Max Speed
285 - 318 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
750 - 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
400 - 404 kW
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
2,894 - 3,996 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,022
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Bentley
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Brand
Ford
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