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Ford Explorer EV vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or NIO ET7?

Ford Explorer EV vs NIO ET7: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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NIO ET7

  • considerably more power
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Explorer EV is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,714 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 4.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 18 km more than the NIO ET7.

ET7

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO ET7 offers considerably more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers markedly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 171 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, Ford Explorer EV is visibly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 438 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers noticeably more boot space – 472 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries visibly more – 585 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 119 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is barely 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.

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
NIO ET7

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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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Ford Explorer EV
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
-
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
-
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
446 - 466 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
NIO
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