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?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Price
62,500 - 87,600 £
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Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 - 17.7 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
522 - 602 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
0 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
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,255 - 2,425 kg
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Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
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Trunk capacity
570 L
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Trunk capacity
472 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,900 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
535 - 560 kg
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Payload
531 - 585 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
340 - 601 HP
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 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
430 - 820 Nm
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
250 - 442 kW
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Ford
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