Compare performance (455 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (62,300 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo V90 or Ford Explorer EV?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Volvo V90 costs 62,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,105 £.
As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 514 km more than the Volvo V90.
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 Volvo V90 offers noticeably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 115 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.8 s, while the Ford Explorer EV takes 5.3 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo V90 delivers barely more torque with 709 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm more.
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, Ford Explorer EV is marginally lighter – 1,996 kg compared to 2,075 kg. The difference is around 79 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Volvo V90 offers marginally more boot space – 488 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries slightly more – 585 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
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.
The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.
detailsThe 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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Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
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Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
88 km
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
18 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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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
-
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Curb weight
2,075 kg
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Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
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Trunk capacity
488 L
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Trunk capacity
472 L
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Length
4,945 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,879 mm
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Width
1,872 mm
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Height
1,472 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
515 kg
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Payload
531 - 585 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
398 - 455 HP
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Power HP
190 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
659 - 709 Nm
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Torque
350 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
293 - 335 kW
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Power kW
140 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Ford
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