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Ford Explorer EV vs Toyota Corolla Cross comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Ford Explorer EV vs Toyota Corolla Cross: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla Cross

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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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.

Toyota Corolla Cross is marginally cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,495 £.

Corolla Cross

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 180 HP. That’s roughly 160 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Toyota Corolla Cross takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.3 s quicker.

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, Toyota Corolla Cross is considerably lighter – 1,380 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 616 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers marginally more boot space – 472 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries marginally more – 585 kg compared to 560 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 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
Toyota Corolla Cross

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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Toyota Corolla Cross

The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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Ford Explorer EV
Toyota Corolla Cross

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
31,700 - 41,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
1,380 - 1,500 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

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