Compare performance (340 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 21,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Toyota Yaris?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Toyota Yaris is significantly cheaper – starting at 21,900 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,343 £.
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 somewhat more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Toyota Yaris takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 289 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota Yaris is substantially lighter – 1,090 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 906 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Ford Explorer EV offers visibly more boot space – 472 L compared to 286 L. That’s a difference of about 186 L.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries a bit more – 585 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The Ford Explorer EV is decisively ahead 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.
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.
detailsThe Toyota Yaris is a sprightly city hatch that packs clever packaging, surprising comfort and fuel-sipping manners into a neat, easy-to-park package. It rewards sensible buyers with low running costs, friendly ergonomics and a forgiving drive, delivered with Japanese reliability and just enough personality to make errands feel a little less ordinary.
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Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
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Price
21,900 - 40,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.8 - 8.7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
87 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
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Curb weight
1,090 - 1,356 kg
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Trunk capacity
472 L
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Trunk capacity
141 - 286 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,872 mm
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Width
1,745 - 1,805 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
531 - 585 kg
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Payload
289 - 525 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Power HP
116 - 280 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
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Torque
390 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
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Power kW
85 - 206 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,490 - 1,618 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B, G
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Toyota
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