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BMW XM vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (748 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (116,100 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Ford Explorer EV?

BMW XM vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

BMW XM

  • clearly more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Ford Explorer EV

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • noticeably 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

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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 substantially cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 81,942 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 522 km more than the BMW XM.

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 XM offers clearly more power – delivering 748 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 408 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW XM is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

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

XM

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.

Seats: BMW XM offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is noticeably lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,695 kg. The difference is around 699 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW XM offers somewhat more boot space – 527 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries slightly more – 585 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is far 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 XM
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Ford Explorer EV

The 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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BMW XM
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
116,100 - 159,300 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,695 - 2,795 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
2,005 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
700 - 1,000 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,998 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ford
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