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Ford Explorer EV vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Lotus Eletre?

Ford Explorer EV vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51,505 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 7.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 32 km more than the Lotus Eletre.

Eletre

Engine and Performance:

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 Lotus Eletre offers significantly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 578 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers visibly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 306 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 visibly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 569 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers noticeably more boot space – 688 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 216 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries somewhat more – 585 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lotus Eletre sits just 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 £85,700
Eletre

Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 450 - 570 km
Ford Explorer EV
Lotus Eletre

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Ford Explorer EV
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
-
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
-
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Lotus
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