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Ford Explorer EV vs Mazda CX-6e comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 258 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 42,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Mazda CX-6e?

Ford Explorer EV vs Mazda CX-6e: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space

Mazda CX-6e

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Explorer EV

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Explorer EV is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Mazda CX-6e costs 42,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,648 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.9 kWh/100km for the Mazda CX-6e. That’s a difference of about 4.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers moderately more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 118 km more than the Mazda CX-6e.

CX-6e

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 82 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Mazda CX-6e takes 7.9 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers substantially more torque with 679 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 389 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 somewhat lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,205 kg. The difference is around 209 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers very slightly more boot space – 472 L compared to 468 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries noticeably more – 585 kg compared to 385 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is far 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 £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 417 - 602 km
Ford Explorer EV
Mazda CX-6e

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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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Mazda CX-6e

The Mazda CX-6e blends Mazda’s flowing coupe‑SUV silhouette with electric propulsion to deliver a surprisingly engaging and polished driving experience that feels more premium than its price suggests. Inside, the cabin is quietly refined and ergonomically smart, with modern tech and practical space that make it a stylish, sensible choice for drivers who want EV manners without the fanfare.

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Ford Explorer EV
Mazda CX-6e

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Price
42,800 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
468 - 484 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,205 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
468 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,935 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
385 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
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
258 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
190 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mazda
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