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Ford Explorer EV vs Renault Symbioz comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 24,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Renault Symbioz?

Ford Explorer EV vs Renault Symbioz: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

Renault Symbioz

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • slightly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Renault Symbioz is considerably cheaper – starting at 24,400 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,772 £.

Symbioz

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 clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 182 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 Renault Symbioz takes 9.1 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 414 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, Renault Symbioz is substantially lighter – 1,359 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 637 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Symbioz offers slightly more boot space – 576 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries clearly more – 585 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 126 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
Renault Symbioz

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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Renault Symbioz

The Renault Symbioz feels less like a traditional car and more like a rolling living room that's been told it's allowed to drive — its flowing lines and minimalist cabin are pure concept-car theatre that teases the future of everyday transport. For buyers with an eye for design and a taste for tech-forward ideas, the Symbioz is an alluring vision of what Renault could offer tomorrow, even if it's not yet a model you can park in your driveway.

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Ford Explorer EV
Renault Symbioz

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Price
24,400 - 30,700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
102 - 136 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1,359 - 1,465 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
-
Length
4,413 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
-
Height
1,575 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,682 L
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 11 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
250 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
103 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
Renault
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