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Ford Explorer EV vs VW ID.5 - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (340 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 36800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or VW ID.5?
Explorer EV
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Ford Explorer EV has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 36800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2631 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Explorer EV: with 14.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the VW ID.5 with 15.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.20 kWh.
As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV performs minimal better – achieving up to 602 km, about 43 km more than the VW ID.5.
ID.5
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
Both models deliver identical power – 340 HP each.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 5.30 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.
Both models offer the same torque – 679 Nm.
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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 curb weight, Ford Explorer EV is slight lighter – 1908 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 55 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers slightly more room – 549 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.
In maximum load capacity, the VW ID.5 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1561 L, which is about 139 L more than the Ford Explorer EV.
When it comes to payload, Ford Explorer EV minimal takes the win – 585 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Ford Explorer EV is barely 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.
Ford Explorer EV
VW ID.5
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from about £34,200
Ford Explorer EV
Ford Explorer EV
5 (2 Reviews)
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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VW ID.5
4.7 (1 Reviews)
VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.
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Ford Explorer EV
VW ID.5
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34200 - 48800 £
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Price
36800 - 48400 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
360 - 602 km
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1908 - 2179 kg
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Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
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Trunk capacity
445 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Length
4468 mm
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Length
4582 - 4599 mm
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Width
1871 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
1630 - 1639 mm
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Height
1601 - 1618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1417 - 1422 L
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Max trunk capacity
1561 L
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Payload
561 - 585 kg
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Payload
517 - 549 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
VW
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What drive types are available for the Ford Explorer EV?
The Ford Explorer EV is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.