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Volvo V90 vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

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?

Volvo V90 vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Volvo V90

4 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally more trunk space
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Ford Explorer EV

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • marginally 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

V90

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 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.

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 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.

V90

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, 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.

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
Volvo V90
Ford Explorer EV

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Dimensions and Body

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Volvo V90

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.

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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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Volvo V90
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
62,300 - 71,700 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
88 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
18 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,075 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
488 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
4,945 mm
Length
-
Width
1,879 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
1,472 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,454 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
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
398 - 455 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Ford
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