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Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes C Class Wagon comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 42,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Mercedes C Class Wagon?

Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes C Class Wagon: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

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  • markedly cheaper
  • slightly more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes C Class Wagon

  • moderately lighter
  • barely 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 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 markedly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Wagon costs 42,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,400 £.

C Class Wagon

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 Ford Explorer EV offers slightly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Mercedes C Class Wagon takes 5.8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers a bit more torque with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 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, Mercedes C Class Wagon is moderately lighter – 1,755 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 241 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C Class Wagon offers barely more boot space – 490 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries marginally more – 585 kg compared to 565 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 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 C Class Wagon

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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Mercedes C Class Wagon

The Mercedes C-Class wagon dresses Mercedes refinement in a sensible, practical package, marrying a sleek estate silhouette with a plush, high-quality cabin that feels more premium than its badge implies. It quietly soaks up motorway miles and cartloads of family kit with composed handling and effortless comfort — a clever alternative to an SUV for buyers who still like to steer.

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Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes C Class Wagon

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
42,600 - 67,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6.9 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
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
123 - 157 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
1,755 - 1,940 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
490 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,820 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
460 - 565 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
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
186 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
250 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
137 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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