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Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes CLE Coupe comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 313 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 59,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Mercedes CLE Coupe?

Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes CLE Coupe: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Mercedes CLE Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 significantly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,572 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers considerably more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 489 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.

CLE Coupe

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 marginally more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 27 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers moderately more torque with 679 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 129 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Ford Explorer EV offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is very slightly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 179 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers noticeably more boot space – 472 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 182 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries clearly more – 585 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV stands well ahead of its rival 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 CLE Coupe

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Dimensions and Body

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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 CLE Coupe

The Mercedes CLE Coupe slides between sporty and sophisticated with a swooping silhouette that turns heads without shouting, and a cabin that feels both luxurious and intelligently laid out. It’s ideal for buyers who want grand-tourer comfort with a playful driving character—chic enough for the weekend, sensible enough for the daily run, and guaranteed to spark a few “what is that?” conversations.

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Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes CLE Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
113 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
49 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
290 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
405 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
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
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
313 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
230 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3

General

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