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Ford Explorer EV vs Skoda Octavia Limousine comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 25,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Skoda Octavia Limousine?

Ford Explorer EV vs Skoda Octavia Limousine: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • visibly 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:

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.

Skoda Octavia Limousine is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,223 £.

Octavia Limousine

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 noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 136 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 Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.6 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 319 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, Skoda Octavia Limousine is significantly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 645 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers visibly more boot space – 600 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries very slightly more – 585 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 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
Skoda Octavia Limousine

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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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Skoda Octavia Limousine

The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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Ford Explorer EV
Skoda Octavia Limousine

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
111 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
600 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
503 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Skoda
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