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BMW i5 Touring vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (62,500 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i5 Touring or Ford Explorer EV?

BMW i5 Touring vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

BMW i5 Touring

4.4 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Ford Explorer EV

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • moderately lighter
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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

i5 Touring

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the BMW i5 Touring costs 62,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,285 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.4 kWh/100km for the BMW i5 Touring. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.

The electric range is almost identical – both manage about 602 km on a single charge.

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 BMW i5 Touring offers substantially more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 261 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i5 Touring is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i5 Touring delivers moderately more torque with 820 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 141 Nm more.

i5 Touring

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is moderately lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,255 kg. The difference is around 259 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i5 Touring offers slightly more boot space – 570 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 98 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries only slightly more – 585 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i5 Touring leads convincingly 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 £62,500
i5 Touring

BMW i5 Touring

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 340 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.4 - 17.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 522 - 602 km
BMW i5 Touring
Ford Explorer EV

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW i5 Touring

The BMW i5 Touring marries the everyday usefulness of a roomy estate with the hushed, premium feel of a modern electric BMW. It’s an appealing choice for buyers who want confident, relaxed driving and executive poise without sacrificing weekend practicality — and it even makes loading skis feel slightly glamorous.

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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 i5 Touring
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
62,500 - 87,600 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
522 - 602 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,255 - 2,425 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
570 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
535 - 560 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
340 - 601 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
430 - 820 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ford
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