Compare performance (340 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Lucid Air?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,657 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is somewhat more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 14.6 kWh/100km for the Ford Explorer EV. That’s a difference of about 1.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers visibly more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 280 km more than the Ford Explorer EV.
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 Lucid Air offers substantially more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 911 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers substantially more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 1,261 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, Ford Explorer EV is marginally lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 74 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers noticeably more boot space – 627 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 155 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries only slightly more – 588 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.
The Lucid Air stands well ahead of its rival 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 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.
detailsThe Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.
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Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
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Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
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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 - 19.1 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
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Electric Range
694 - 882 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
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
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Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
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Trunk capacity
472 L
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Trunk capacity
627 L
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Length
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Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
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Width
1,872 mm
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Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,409 mm
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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
430 - 588 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
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Torque
550 - 1,940 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
325 - 920 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
2,022 - 2,024
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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
Lucid
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