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Chevrolet Corvette Roadster vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (646 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (97,100 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Chevrolet Corvette Roadster or Ford Explorer EV?

Chevrolet Corvette Roadster vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Chevrolet Corvette Roadster

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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Ford Explorer EV

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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

Corvette Roadster

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 significantly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster costs 97,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,914 £.

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 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster offers clearly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.7 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Chevrolet Corvette Roadster delivers somewhat more torque with 806 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 127 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Ford Explorer EV offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Chevrolet Corvette Roadster is slightly lighter – 1,767 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers noticeably more boot space – 472 L compared to 357 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries clearly more – 585 kg compared to 213 kg. That’s a difference of about 372 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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
Chevrolet Corvette Roadster
Ford Explorer EV

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Dimensions and Body

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Chevrolet Corvette Roadster

The Chevrolet Corvette Roadster turns any commute into a headline, with sculpted, exotic-car looks and an electrically folding roof that invites you to drive with the sky on. Behind that stylish face is a jewel of a sports car that serves up sharp handling, a theatrical exhaust note, and more drama per mile than most rivals — great fun for buyers who want supercar sensation without supercar pretensions.

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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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Chevrolet Corvette Roadster
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
97,100 - 162,800 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
12.6 - 16.5 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
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
289 - 377 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,767 - 1,944 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
355 - 357 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,934 - 2,025 mm
Width
1,872 mm
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
156 - 213 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
482 - 646 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
613 - 806 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
354 - 475 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
5,460 - 6,162 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Chevrolet
Brand
Ford
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