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Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes GLC comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 50,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Mercedes GLC?

Ford Explorer EV vs Mercedes GLC: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient

Mercedes GLC

4.4 (11 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • somewhat more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space

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:

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

Ford Explorer EV is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Mercedes GLC costs 50,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,127 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Mercedes GLC. That’s a difference of about 0.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes GLC offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 714 km, about 112 km more than the Ford Explorer EV.

GLC

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 Mercedes GLC offers substantially more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLC is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLC delivers noticeably more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 341 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes GLC is only slightly lighter – 1,910 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 86 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLC offers visibly more boot space – 620 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLC carries marginally more – 600 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes GLC is decisively ahead 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.

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GLC

Mercedes GLC

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 12 - 714 km
Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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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 GLC

The Mercedes GLC blends plush cabin comfort and composed road manners into an SUV that feels more grown-up than it looks. It won’t shout for attention, but will quietly please buyers who want refinement, usable space and a touch of luxury without the drama.

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Ford Explorer EV
Mercedes GLC

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Price
50,300 - 126,600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
12 - 714 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
94 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 221 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
62 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
1,910 - 2,535 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
390 - 620 L
Length
-
Length
4,716 - 4,845 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,913 mm
Height
-
Height
1,603 - 1,644 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,490 - 1,740 L
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
475 - 600 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
186 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
210 - 275 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
320 - 1,020 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
137 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,991 - 2,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, D, B, E, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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