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Ford Explorer EV vs Volvo XC60 comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 58,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or Volvo XC60?

Ford Explorer EV vs Volvo XC60: Key differences

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • barely lighter
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Volvo XC60

4.7 (7 Reviews)
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  • slightly more power
  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
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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 XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,077 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 523 km more than the Volvo XC60.

XC60

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 XC60 offers slightly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 66 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers only slightly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 669 Nm. That’s about 10 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, Ford Explorer EV is barely lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 154 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries a bit more – 585 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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 XC60

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 XC60

The Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.

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Ford Explorer EV
Volvo XC60

Costs and Consumption

Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Electric Range
79 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
59 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
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
2,150 kg
Trunk capacity
472 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,872 mm
Width
1,902 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
531 - 585 kg
Payload
510 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
335 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Torque
589 - 669 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Power kW
247 - 299 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

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