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Ford Explorer EV vs Kia EV3 - Differences and prices compared
Explorer EV
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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.
Kia EV3 has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 3352 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Explorer EV: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Kia EV3 with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.40 kWh.
As for range, the Kia EV3 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 605 km, about 3 km more than the Ford Explorer EV.
EV3
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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 Ford Explorer EV has a noticeable edge – offering 340 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 5.30 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Explorer EV performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Explorer EV pulls convincingly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 396 Nm difference.
Explorer EV
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Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .
In curb weight, Kia EV3 is minimal lighter – 1800 kg compared to 1908 kg. The difference is around 108 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers hardly perceptible more room – 460 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Explorer EV performs slightly better – up to 1422 L, which is about 171 L more than the Kia EV3.
When it comes to payload, Ford Explorer EV a bit takes the win – 585 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Ford Explorer EV proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Explorer EV is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £34,200
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Ford Explorer EV
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Kia EV3
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Ford Explorer EV
5 (2 Reviews)
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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Kia EV3
4.9 (2 Reviews)
The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.
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Ford Explorer EV
Kia EV3
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34200 - 48800 £
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Price
30800 - 41700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
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Electric Range
360 - 602 km
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1908 - 2179 kg
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Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
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Trunk capacity
445 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Length
4468 mm
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Length
4300 - 4310 mm
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Width
1871 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1630 - 1639 mm
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Height
1560 - 1570 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1417 - 1422 L
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Max trunk capacity
1251 L
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Payload
561 - 585 kg
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Payload
470 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
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
283 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
150 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 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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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
Kia
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What drive types are available for the Ford Explorer EV?
The Ford Explorer EV is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.