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VW ID.5 vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (340 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (36,800 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 or Ford Explorer EV?

VW ID.5 vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • only 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

ID.5

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 barely cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the VW ID.5 costs 36,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,631 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Ford Explorer EV is barely more efficient: consuming 14.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.7 kWh/100km for the VW ID.5. That’s a difference of about 1.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 43 km more than the VW ID.5.

Explorer EV

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

Both models deliver identical power – 340 HP each.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Both models offer the same torque – 679 Nm.

ID.5

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, VW ID.5 is marginally lighter – 1,963 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 33 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.5 offers somewhat more boot space – 549 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 77 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries marginally more – 585 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV holds a slight edge 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
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VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.

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Reviews VW ID.5

2.9 (2 Reviews)
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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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Reviews Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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Olle Westberg
22 Feb 2026, 20:59:34

600 km real-world range in summer; handles me — I'm just over 190 cm and 100 kg.

Better looking than the ID.4 and often available at a really good price.

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D.W.
29 Oct 2025, 18:09:06

I have owned and worked on Ford products for years and I am now driving an 07 Explorer 4.0 liter. 1 transmission and multiple soft parts and switches >300.000.
Klm. and still looks and runs great.
I am a Ford fan and will continue to be one, however the Rxplorer is looking dated. Come on you guys time for a Ford Home run. How about a totally resigned Ford Explorer. Hey how bout a diesel or a hybrid

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Costs and Consumption
Price
36,800 - 48,400 £
Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
363 - 559 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,963 - 2,233 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
549 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
4,582 - 4,599 mm
Length
-
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
1,601 - 1,618 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,561 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
517 - 549 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Ford
Is the VW ID.5 offered with different drivetrains?

The VW ID.5 is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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