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Ford Explorer EV vs Bentley Bentayga comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 177,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Bentley Bentayga?

Ford Explorer EV vs Bentley Bentayga: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
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Bentley Bentayga

  • visibly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly 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

Explorer EV

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 substantially cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Bentley Bentayga costs 177,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 143,057 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers substantially more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 552 km more than the Bentley Bentayga.

Bentayga

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 Bentley Bentayga offers visibly more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Bentley Bentayga is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Bentley Bentayga delivers somewhat more torque with 770 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 91 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is noticeably lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,415 kg. The difference is around 419 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Bentley Bentayga offers only slightly more boot space – 484 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 12 L.

When it comes to payload, the Bentley Bentayga carries markedly more – 835 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 250 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
Ford Explorer EV
Bentley Bentayga

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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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Bentley Bentayga

The Bentley Bentayga wraps top-tier luxury and SUV practicality into one impeccably finished package, with a hushed cabin and amenities that pamper both driver and passengers. It’s the sort of car that signals success with understatement — a tailored suit on wheels that makes long drives feel like first-class travel.

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Ford Explorer EV
Bentley Bentayga

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
177,300 - 230,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
50 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
17.3 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
294 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,415 - 2,514 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
484 L
Length
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Length
5,125 - 5,305 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,998 mm
Height
-
Height
1,728 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,774 L
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
736 - 835 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
462 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
254 - 290 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
700 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
340 - 404 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,995 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Bentley
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