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Ford Explorer EV vs Lucid Air comparison

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?

Ford Explorer EV vs Lucid Air: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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Lucid Air

  • substantially more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • significantly 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:

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.

Air

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 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.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £72,900
Air

Lucid Air

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 442 - 1,251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 694 - 882 km
Ford Explorer EV
Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption

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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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Lucid Air

The 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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Ford Explorer EV
Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
627 L
Length
-
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Height
-
Height
1,409 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
430 - 588 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Lucid
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