Ford Explorer EV vs Mazda CX-60 – Which model is better for everyday use?

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

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 has a distinctly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Mazda CX-60 costs 41900 £. That’s a price difference of around 7705 £.

As for range, the Ford Explorer EV performs markedly better – achieving up to 602 km, about 538 km more than the Mazda CX-60.

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 Ford Explorer EV has a barely noticeable edge – offering 340 HP compared to 327 HP. That’s roughly 13 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is hardly any quicker – completing the sprint in 5.30 s, while the Mazda CX-60 takes 5.80 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-60 performs a touch better – reaching 219 km/h, while the Ford Explorer EV tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 39 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV pulls a bit stronger with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 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 Mazda CX-60 is slight lighter – 1890 kg compared to 1908 kg. The difference is around 18 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-60 offers visibly more room – 570 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-60 performs a bit better – up to 1726 L, which is about 304 L more than the Ford Explorer EV.

When it comes to payload, Mazda CX-60 barely noticeable takes the win – 612 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 27 kg.

All in all, the Ford Explorer EV shows itself to be outperforms the competitor in nearly every area and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.