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Ford Explorer EV vs Land Rover Defender comparison
Compare performance (340 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 57,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Land Rover Defender?
Ford Explorer EV vs Land Rover Defender: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Explorer EV
Costs and Efficiency:
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Explorer EV is substantially cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Land Rover Defender costs 57,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,657 £.
As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers considerably more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 554 km more than the Land Rover Defender.
Defender
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 Land Rover Defender offers substantially more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 295 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Defender is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Defender delivers very slightly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 71 Nm more.
Explorer EV
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Land Rover Defender offers more seats – 8 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is slightly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,300 kg. The difference is around 304 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Defender offers noticeably more boot space – 786 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 314 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Defender carries markedly more – 819 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 234 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Ford Explorer EV is slightly 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
Ford Explorer EV
Ford Explorer EV
Land Rover Defender
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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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Land Rover Defender
The Land Rover Defender looks like it could shrug off a weekend of serious off-road abuse while still turning heads on the high street. Inside it balances practical, no-nonsense utility with enough creature comforts to make daily driving feel less like an expedition and more like a stylish commute—rugged charm with civilized manners.
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Ford Explorer EV
Land Rover Defender
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
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Price
57,900 - 172,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
6 - 14.4 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
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Electric Range
48 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
135 - 324 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
Off-Roader
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Seats
5
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Seats
2 - 8
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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
2,300 - 2,745 kg
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Trunk capacity
472 L
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Trunk capacity
293 - 786 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,872 mm
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Width
2,008 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
494 - 819 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Power HP
200 - 635 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 10.2 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
500 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
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Power kW
147 - 467 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,997 - 5,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Land Rover
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