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VW Tiguan vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (272 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (33,600 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Tiguan or Ford Explorer EV?

VW Tiguan vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

VW Tiguan

4.1 (8 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Ford Explorer EV

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • somewhat 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

Tiguan

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.

VW Tiguan is only slightly cheaper – starting at 33,600 £ , while the Ford Explorer EV costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 622 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers significantly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 476 km more than the VW Tiguan.

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 moderately more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 68 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.9 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers significantly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 279 Nm more.

Tiguan

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 Tiguan is visibly lighter – 1,599 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 397 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tiguan offers clearly more boot space – 652 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries barely more – 585 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 52 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV stands well ahead of its rival 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
VW Tiguan
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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VW Tiguan

The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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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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VW Tiguan
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
33,600 - 54,600 £
Price
34,200 - 48,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
32 - 190 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,599 - 1,879 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
4,539 mm
Length
-
Width
1,842 - 1,859 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
1,658 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,486 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 533 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
210 - 215 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
Model Year
2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, B, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Ford
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