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Ford Explorer EV vs Peugeot 408 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 35,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Peugeot 408?

Ford Explorer EV vs Peugeot 408: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

Peugeot 408

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly lighter
  • a bit 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.

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.

Ford Explorer EV is only slightly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Peugeot 408 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 917 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.8 kWh/100km for the Peugeot 408. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers markedly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 147 km more than the Peugeot 408.

408

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 markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 225 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Peugeot 408 takes 7.2 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 319 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, Peugeot 408 is visibly lighter – 1,544 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 452 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 408 offers a bit more boot space – 536 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 64 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries clearly more – 585 kg compared to 456 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 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
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

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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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Peugeot 408

The Peugeot 408 blends a coupe-like roofline with practical sensibility, delivering striking looks and a surprisingly airy, premium-feeling cabin. On the road it prefers comfort and poise over manic thrills, making it a smart, stylish choice for buyers who want something a bit different from the usual family hatchback.

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Ford Explorer EV
Peugeot 408

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Price
35,100 - 48,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
79 - 455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.2 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 114 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 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
1,544 - 1,879 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
471 - 536 L
Length
-
Length
4,687 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Height
-
Height
1,478 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,528 - 1,583 L
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
371 - 456 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
145 - 225 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.2 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
160 - 233 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
107 - 165 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Peugeot
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