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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (727 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Ford Explorer EV?

BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

BMW 5 Series Saloon

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Ford Explorer EV

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

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

5 Series Saloon

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.

Ford Explorer EV is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,628 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers considerably more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 497 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.

Explorer EV

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers considerably more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 387 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 321 Nm more.

5 Series Saloon

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, BMW 5 Series Saloon is a bit lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 196 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers marginally more boot space – 520 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries marginally more – 600 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV sits just ahead overall 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
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Ford Explorer EV

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 5 Series Saloon

The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.

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Ford Explorer EV

The 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.

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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
50,800 - 124,500 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 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
67 - 105 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
425 - 600 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 727 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ford
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