Compare performance (340 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 6800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?
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.
Vauxhall Rocks Electric has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 6800 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27352 £.
As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV performs significantly better – achieving up to 602 km, about 527 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.
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 Ford Explorer EV has a clearly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 332 HP more horsepower.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Explorer EV pulls clearly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 639 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Ford Explorer EV offers convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is decisively lighter – 558 kg compared to 1996 kg. The difference is around 1438 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers significantly more room – 472 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 409 L.
When it comes to payload, Ford Explorer EV convincingly takes the win – 585 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 443 kg.
The Vauxhall Rocks Electric is clearly 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.
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.
detailsThe Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34200 - 48800 £
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Price
6800 - 7500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
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Electric Range
75 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1996 - 2209 kg
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Trunk capacity
472 L
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1872 mm
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Width
1388 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
531 - 585 kg
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Payload
142 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Power HP
8 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
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Torque
40 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
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Power kW
6 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Ford Explorer EV is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.