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Toyota RAV4 vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (306 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or Ford Explorer EV?

Toyota RAV4 vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • somewhat lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • barely more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • slightly 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

RAV4

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 is marginally cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Toyota RAV4 costs 35,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 934 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers significantly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 527 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

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 Ford Explorer EV offers barely more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

RAV4

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, Toyota RAV4 is somewhat lighter – 1,745 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 251 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota RAV4 offers slightly more boot space – 580 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries very slightly more – 600 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 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
Toyota RAV4
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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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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Toyota RAV4
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 - 128 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
1,685 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
390 - 600 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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