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Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes AMG GT comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 816 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 102,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Mercedes AMG GT?

Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes AMG GT: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
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Mercedes AMG GT

  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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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:

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

Ford Explorer EV is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 68,304 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers significantly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 591 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT.

AMG GT

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes AMG GT offers clearly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers significantly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 741 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.

Seats: Ford Explorer EV offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is somewhat lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 206 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries significantly more – 585 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 370 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
Mercedes AMG GT

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Ford Explorer EV

The Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.

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Mercedes AMG GT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a theatrical sports car with prowling looks and an aggressive exhaust note that announces its intentions the moment it fires up. It pairs ferocious performance with surprising everyday usability — a taut yet forgiving chassis and a cockpit that feels special — making sensible buyers suddenly very good at justifying indulgence.

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Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes AMG GT

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
11 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
235 - 319 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,929 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
170 - 215 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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