Compare performance (340 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or CUPRA Raval?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
CUPRA Raval is substantially cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,958 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Raval is marginally more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the Ford Explorer EV. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers visibly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 158 km more than the CUPRA Raval.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Explorer EV offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 114 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the CUPRA Raval takes 6.8 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 389 Nm more.
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, CUPRA Raval is markedly lighter – 1,610 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 386 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers barely more boot space – 472 L compared to 441 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries a bit more – 585 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.
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.
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.
detailsThe CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
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Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
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Electric Range
300 - 444 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
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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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
1,996 - 2,209 kg
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Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
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Trunk capacity
472 L
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Trunk capacity
441 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,872 mm
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Width
1,784 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
531 - 585 kg
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Payload
470 - 475 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Power HP
116 - 226 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
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Torque
290 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
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Power kW
85 - 166 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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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
Ford
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Brand
CUPRA
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