Compare performance (340 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 36000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Explorer EV or VW Touran?
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 Touran costs 36000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1795 £.
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 Ford Explorer EV has a convincingly edge – offering 340 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.30 s, while the VW Touran takes 8.90 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Explorer EV pulls significantly stronger with 679 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 319 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, VW Touran is clearly perceptible lighter – 1520 kg compared to 1908 kg. The difference is around 388 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW Touran offers convincingly more room – 834 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 384 L.
When it comes to payload, VW Touran minimal takes the win – 601 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.
The Ford Explorer EV proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Explorer EV is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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 VW Touran is a sensible family people‑carrier that mixes practical packaging with tidy, German-built refinement, making everyday life with kids and shopping feel a lot less chaotic. If you want a reliable, no-nonsense companion that drives with surprising poise and values usefulness over flash, the Touran is a very persuasive choice.
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Price
34200 - 48800 £
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Price
36000 - 45300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.5 - 17.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
360 - 602 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
136 - 149 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
MPV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1908 - 2179 kg
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Curb weight
1520 - 1631 kg
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Trunk capacity
445 - 450 L
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Trunk capacity
834 L
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Length
4468 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1871 mm
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Width
1829 mm
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Height
1630 - 1639 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1417 - 1422 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
561 - 585 kg
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Payload
590 - 601 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
122 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 10.8 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Torque
250 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
90 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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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
E
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
VW
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The Ford Explorer EV is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.