Ford Explorer EV vs Mazda 6 Saloon – Which model is better for everyday use?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency: Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Explorer EV has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Mazda 6 Saloon costs 38500 £. That’s a price difference of around 4285 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Explorer EV: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Mazda 6 Saloon with 16.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2 kWh.

As for range, the Ford Explorer EV performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 602 km, about 50 km more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Explorer EV has a noticeable edge – offering 340 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.30 s, while the Mazda 6 Saloon takes 7.60 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Explorer EV performs minimal better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Mazda 6 Saloon tops out at 175 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV pulls decisively stronger with 679 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 359 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, the Ford Explorer EV is hardly perceptible lighter – 1908 kg compared to 2027 kg. The difference is around 119 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers distinct more room – 450 L compared to 336 L. That’s a difference of about 114 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Explorer EV performs distinct better – up to 1422 L, which is about 348 L more than the Mazda 6 Saloon.

When it comes to payload, Ford Explorer EV clearly perceptible takes the win – 585 kg compared to 360 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.

Our conclusion: The Ford Explorer EV proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Ford Explorer EV is the better all-rounder in this comparison.