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Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (550 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (80,100 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Range Rover Sport or Ford Explorer EV?

Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

  • visibly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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Ford Explorer EV

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
  • slightly lighter
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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

Range Rover Sport

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 considerably cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Land Rover Range Rover Sport costs 80,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45,942 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers significantly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 484 km more than the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.

Explorer EV

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers visibly more power – delivering 550 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Range Rover Sport delivers moderately more torque with 800 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 121 Nm more.

Range Rover Sport

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 slightly lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,390 kg. The difference is around 394 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers markedly more boot space – 647 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Range Rover Sport carries clearly more – 830 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 245 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.

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
Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport pairs unapologetic presence with genuine capability, looking like it belongs on a red carpet while quietly promising to tackle rough tracks when called upon. Inside, the cabin pampers with plush materials and thoughtful tech, making it an irresistible choice for buyers who want luxury, confidence and a touch of adventure.

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Ford Explorer EV

The Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.

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Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
80,100 - 129,900 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 11.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
116 - 118 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
60 - 259 g/km
co2
0 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
2,390 - 2,809 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
647 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,043 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
641 - 830 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
249 - 550 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
550 - 800 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 405 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,997 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Ford
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