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Ford Explorer EV vs Volvo V90 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 62,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Volvo V90?

Ford Explorer EV vs Volvo V90: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • barely lighter
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Volvo V90

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only 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 clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,105 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers significantly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 514 km more than the Volvo V90.

V90

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo V90 offers noticeably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers barely more torque with 709 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 30 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, Ford Explorer EV is barely lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 79 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo V90 offers only slightly more boot space – 488 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries somewhat more – 585 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is far ahead overall 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 V90

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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 V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Ford Explorer EV
Volvo V90

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
-
Length
4,945 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,472 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Volvo
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