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Ford Explorer EV vs Porsche Macan comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 89,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Porsche Macan?

Ford Explorer EV vs Porsche Macan: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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Porsche Macan

  • substantially more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Explorer EV is considerably cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Porsche Macan costs 89,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,114 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is markedly more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the Porsche Macan. That’s a difference of about 3.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers barely more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 17 km more than the Porsche Macan.

Macan

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 Porsche Macan offers substantially more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is visibly 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 Porsche Macan delivers visibly more torque with 955 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 276 Nm more.

Explorer EV

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is markedly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,470 kg. The difference is around 474 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Macan offers barely more boot space – 476 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries a bit more – 585 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 115 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is far 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.

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
Porsche Macan

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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Porsche Macan

The Porsche Macan feels like a compact sports car dressed in SUV clothes, delivering razor-sharp handling and a cabin that somehow mixes luxury with everyday practicality. For buyers who crave driving thrills without sacrificing usability, the Macan is a rare breed that makes running errands feel like a weekend blast and manages to look smugly good in the process.

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Ford Explorer EV
Porsche Macan

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
89,300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
585 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
95 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

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
2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
476 L
Length
-
Length
4,805 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,952 mm
Height
-
Height
1,613 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,348 L
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
470 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
571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
955 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
420 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

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