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Ford Explorer EV vs Porsche Macan – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Explorer EV or Porsche Macan fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Explorer EV @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Porsche Macan costs 69200 £. That’s a price difference of around 34971 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Explorer EV: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Porsche Macan with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.50 kWh.

As for range, the Porsche Macan performs slight better – achieving up to 644 km, about 42 km more than the Ford Explorer EV.

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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 Porsche Macan has a significantly edge – offering 639 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Macan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.30 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Macan performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Ford Explorer EV tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Macan pulls distinct stronger with 1130 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 451 Nm difference.

Explorer EV @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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 curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is clearly perceptible lighter – 1908 kg compared to 2295 kg. The difference is around 387 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Macan offers a bit more room – 540 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 90 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Explorer EV performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1422 L, which is about 74 L more than the Porsche Macan.

When it comes to payload, Ford Explorer EV barely noticeable takes the win – 585 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Porsche Macan proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Porsche Macan is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £69,200
Macan @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

Porsche Macan

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 639 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17 - 18.5 kWh
  • Electric Range : 585 - 644 km

Ford Explorer EV

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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
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Macan @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 48800 £
Price
69200 - 99000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.5 kWh
Electric Range
360 - 602 km
Electric Range
585 - 644 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1908 - 2179 kg
Curb weight
2295 - 2470 kg
Trunk capacity
445 - 450 L
Trunk capacity
476 - 540 L
Length
4468 mm
Length
4784 - 4805 mm
Width
1871 mm
Width
1938 - 1952 mm
Height
1630 - 1639 mm
Height
1613 - 1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1417 - 1422 L
Max trunk capacity
1288 - 1348 L
Payload
561 - 585 kg
Payload
470 - 545 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
360 - 639 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
220 - 260 km/h
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
563 - 1130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
265 - 470 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the Ford Explorer EV?

The Ford Explorer EV is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.