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Ford Explorer EV vs Volvo V60 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 51,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Volvo V60?

Ford Explorer EV vs Volvo V60: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Volvo V60

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • moderately lighter
  • very slightly 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:

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 is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Volvo V60 costs 51,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,220 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers significantly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 503 km more than the Volvo V60.

V60

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo V60 offers very slightly more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 10 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Volvo V60 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers moderately more torque with 679 Nm compared to 589 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm more.

Explorer EV

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 terms of curb weight, Volvo V60 is moderately lighter – 1,734 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V60 offers very slightly more boot space – 519 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 47 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries moderately more – 585 kg compared to 506 kg. That’s a difference of about 79 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
Volvo V60

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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Volvo V60

The Volvo V60 blends elegant Scandinavian design with a practical estate layout, making it a composed and sensible choice for buyers who want style without sacrifice. Inside, a serene cabin, clever safety features and a supple ride turn daily commutes and weekend getaways into effortless, grown-up motoring.

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Ford Explorer EV
Volvo V60

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
51,400 - 62,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 6.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
99 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
45 - 140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,070 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
460 - 506 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
197 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 7.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
300 - 589 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
145 - 247 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Volvo
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