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Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes EQT comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Mercedes EQT?

Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes EQT: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • visibly more efficient
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes EQT

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
  • slightly 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.

Mercedes EQT is visibly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,426 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQT. That’s a difference of about 4.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 324 km more than the Mercedes EQT.

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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 substantially more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 7.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 434 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, Mercedes EQT is marginally lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 71 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers slightly more boot space – 551 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries barely more – 585 kg compared to 531 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 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 EQT

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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 EQT

The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.

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Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes EQT

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
265 - 278 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
Length
-
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
457 - 531 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
132 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
245 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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