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Ford Explorer EV vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 6,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Vauxhall Rocks Electric?

Ford Explorer EV vs Vauxhall Rocks Electric: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably more trunk space
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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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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.

Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,352 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers substantially more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 527 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.

Rocks Electric

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 Ford Explorer EV offers considerably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 332 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 639 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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is significantly lighter – 558 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 1,438 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers considerably more boot space – 472 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 409 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries clearly more – 585 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 443 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Rocks Electric comes out clearly 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 £6,800
Rocks Electric

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 8 HP
  • Electric Range : 75 km
Ford Explorer EV
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

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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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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

The 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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Ford Explorer EV
Vauxhall Rocks Electric

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
558 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
63 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,388 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
142 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
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
40 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Vauxhall
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