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Ford Explorer EV vs Peugeot 508 SW comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 360 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 45,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Peugeot 508 SW?

Ford Explorer EV vs Peugeot 508 SW: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
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Peugeot 508 SW

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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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:

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

Ford Explorer EV is visibly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Peugeot 508 SW costs 45,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,400 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 550 km more than the Peugeot 508 SW.

508 SW

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 Peugeot 508 SW offers barely more power – delivering 360 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Peugeot 508 SW is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers noticeably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 159 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Peugeot 508 SW is only slightly lighter – 1,846 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Peugeot 508 SW offers moderately more boot space – 530 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 58 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries visibly more – 585 kg compared to 454 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV holds a decisive overall lead 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 508 SW

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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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Peugeot 508 SW

The Peugeot 508 SW dresses up as a sleek estate, blending Parisian flair with usable loadspace so you don't have to choose between style and weekend practicality. Inside it's a driver-focused cabin with quality materials and clever packaging that makes it a sensible, slightly mischievous choice for buyers who want an executive feel without the buttoned-up seriousness.

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Ford Explorer EV
Peugeot 508 SW

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
45,600 - 61,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
46 - 52 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
38 - 45 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
1,846 - 1,967 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
530 L
Length
-
Length
4,778 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
-
Height
1,420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,780 L
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
373 - 454 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
180 - 360 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 8.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 - 250 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
360 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
133 - 265 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Peugeot
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