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Ford Puma Gen-E vs Ford Explorer

The Ford Puma Gen-E and Ford Explorer EV sit in different size classes. The Puma Gen-E targets compact urban crossover buyers who need efficiency and easy city driving. The Explorer EV targets families and buyers who want more space, higher output, and longer trips.

Range and charging separate them clearly. The Puma Gen-E focuses on efficiency with a smaller battery and lower range suited for daily use. The Explorer EV offers a larger battery, longer WLTP range, and faster DC charging speeds, making it better for highway travel and fewer charging stops.

Ford Puma Gen-E vs Ford Explorer

Price positioning reflects size and capability. The Puma Gen-E sits at the lower end of Ford’s EV lineup and targets budget-conscious buyers in Europe. The Explorer EV sits higher, closer to mid-size electric SUVs in pricing. Both models focus on Europe first, with production tied to Ford’s Cologne EV operations. This comparison helps you decide between a city-focused EV and a family-ready SUV with stronger long-distance ability.

Within the brand, the Puma Gen-E aligns with smaller EV efforts like the Ford E-Transit Courier and entry-level urban EV strategy. The Explorer EV aligns with larger models like the Ford Mustang Mach-E and upcoming higher-segment EVs.

The Puma Gen-E offers strong efficiency, compact size for tight cities, and lower running cost, but it has limited cabin space and lower range for long trips. The Explorer EV offers longer range, stronger performance, and more interior space, but it comes with higher cost and larger footprint in urban areas.

QUICK VERDICT; Pick the Puma Gen-E if your driving stays mostly urban and cost matters. Pick the Explorer EV if you need space, range, and better highway usability.

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  Ford Puma Gen-E Ford Explorer
Price $30,000.00 $42,000.00
Our Rating 5.7 6.3
Brand FORD FORD
Category Electric Cars Electric Cars

MODEL

Available Trims / Variants Ford Explorer Standard Range
Ford Explorer Extended Range
Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD

LAUNCH

Reveal Date 2024, December 03 2023, March 21
Availability Status Available to order. Released 2024, December 03 Available to order. Released 2024, November - Ford Explorer Standard Range
Available to order. Released 2024, March -Ford Explorer Extended Range
Available to order. Released 2024, March - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
Country of origin United States
Base Price (USD) £ 30,000 € 42,500 £ 40,000 - Ford Explorer Standard Range
€ 49,500 £ 46,000 - Ford Explorer Extended Range
€ 53,500 £ 54,000 - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD

BATTERY

Battery Capacity 43 kWh usable 52 kWh usable, 55 kWh total - Ford Explorer Standard Range
77 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Ford Explorer Extended Range
79 kWh usable, 82 kWh total - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
Battery Chemistry Air-cooled Li-Ion NMC (400V type) Li-ion (400V type)
Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) 234 mi WLTP 236 mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Standard Range
374 mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Extended Range
352 mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
Energy Consumption 211 Wh/mi WLTP 241 Wh/mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Standard Range
224 Wh/mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Extended Range
253 Wh/mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
Regen Braking (Max kW) Yes Yes
Heat Pump
AC Charging (Max kW) Type 2 Type 2 11 kW
DC Charging (Max kW) CCS, 100 kW max, 10-80% in 23 min CCS, 120 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min - Ford Explorer Standard Range
CCS 170 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min - Ford Explorer Extended Range
CCS 190 kW max, 10-80% in 25 min - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD

PERFORMANCE

Power Output (kW / hp) FWD 168 hp (124 kW) RWD 168 hp (125 kW) - Ford Explorer Standard Range
RWD 286 hp (210 kW) - Ford Explorer Extended Range
AWD 335 hp (250 kW) - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
Torque (Nm) 214 lb-ft (290 Nm) 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) - Ford Explorer Standard Range
545 Nm (402 lb-ft) - Ford Explorer Extended Range
679 Nm (501 lb-ft) - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. 8 sec 0-62 mph 9 sec 0-62 mph - Ford Explorer Standard Range
6.4 sec 0-62 mph - Ford Explorer Extended Range
5.3 sec 0-62 mph - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
Top Speed (km/h / mph) 99 mph (160 km/h) 99 mph (160 km/h) - Ford Explorer Standard Range
112 mph (180 km/h) - Ford Explorer Extended Range
112 mph (180 km/h) - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
Transmission / Drive Single-speed

BODY

Body Style 5 door crossover, 5 seats 5 door crossover, 5 seats
Platform / Architecture MEB
Dimensions (L×W×H mm) 165.9 x 71.1 x 61.2 in (4214 x 1805 x 1555 mm) 4468 x 1871 x 1630 mm (175.9 x 73.7 x 64.2 in)
Wheelbase (mm) 101.9 in (2588 mm) 2767 mm (108.9 in)
Ground Clearance (mm) 5.1 in (129 mm)
Kerb Weight (kg) EU: 3446 lb unladen, 4442 lb gross EU: 2008 kg unladen, 2490 kg gross - Ford Explorer Standard Range
EU: 2190 kg unladen, 2675 kg gross - Ford Explorer Extended Range
EU: 2267 kg unladen, 2740 kg gross - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
Suspension (Front / Rear) Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link
Wheel Size (inches) R17, R18, R19 R19, R20, R21
Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) EU: 20.3 ft³, 45.3 ft³ max EU: 536 l, 1422 l max
Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) 1.5 ft³ No
Towing Capacity (kg) EU: 1653 lb unbraked, 1653 lb braked EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1000 kg braked - Ford Explorer Standard Range
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1000 kg braked - Ford Explorer Extended Range
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1200 kg braked - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD

SAFETY

Airbags (count) Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system; drivers' knee airbag
Driver Assistance (ADAS) Front radar, cameras. Driver Alert, Lane-Keeping Aid, Lane Centering, Lane Change Warning, Pre-Collision Assist, Auto High Beam, Cross Traffic Alert with Active Braking Front radar, 2 rear corner radars, 5 cameras. Assisted Lane Change, Clear Exit Assist, Blind Spot Assist, Front and Rear Parking Aid with Manoeuvring Brake Assist, Reverse Brake Assist, Pre-Collision Assist, Cross Traffic Alert with Active Braking, High Beam Assist

COMFORT

Seating Capacity Heated front seats Heated front seats, massage (driver seat only)
Roof Type Panoramic glass roof Panoramic glass roof
Bluetooth / Wi-Fi Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Parking Aids Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Active Park Assist

DISPLAYS

Centre Screen (inches) 12" movable touchscreen 14.6" movable touchscreen
Driver's Display (inches) 12.8" 5"
Head-Up Display (HUD) No No

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Disclaimer We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
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Disclaimer Note

Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct

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