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Ford Explorer EV vs Lexus RX comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 63,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Lexus RX?

Ford Explorer EV vs Lexus RX: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Lexus RX

  • marginally more power
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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:

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.

Ford Explorer EV is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,100 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers considerably more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 535 km more than the Lexus RX.

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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 Lexus RX offers marginally more power – delivering 371 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Lexus RX takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers somewhat more torque with 679 Nm compared to 551 Nm. That’s about 128 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is barely lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,040 kg. The difference is around 44 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers very slightly more boot space – 472 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 11 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RX carries only slightly more – 620 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is clearly superior 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
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Explorer EV

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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Lexus RX

The Lexus RX glides through city streets with the kind of hushed refinement that turns mundane commutes into a private lounge. It mixes plush comfort and polished practicality in a package that suits buyers who want to arrive relaxed and a touch smug.

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Ford Explorer EV
Lexus RX

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Price
63,300 - 87,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
67 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
75 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,040 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
461 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
575 - 620 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
207 - 371 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
551 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
152 - 273 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,393 - 2,487 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Lexus
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