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Ford Transit Connect vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (26,700 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Ford Explorer EV?

Ford Transit Connect vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

  • visibly cheaper
  • markedly lighter

Ford Explorer EV

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  • clearly more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transit Connect

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 Transit Connect is visibly cheaper – starting at 26,700 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,476 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers considerably more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 484 km more than the Ford Transit Connect.

Explorer EV

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 Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 190 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers considerably more torque with 679 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 329 Nm more.

Transit Connect

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 Transit Connect is markedly lighter – 1,477 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 519 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries noticeably more – 792 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 207 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is clearly superior 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.

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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 Transit Connect
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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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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Ford Transit Connect
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
26,700 - 41,500 £
Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
118 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 153 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
32 - 50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,477 - 1,866 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
4,500 - 4,868 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
1,856 - 1,860 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,500 - 3,700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
602 - 792 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 13.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
280 - 350 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Ford
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