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Ford Explorer vs Hyundai Ioniq 5

Ford Explorer EV and Hyundai Ioniq 5 are both mid-size electric SUVs aimed at mainstream buyers. The Explorer EV targets families who want familiar SUV shape with practical space. The Ioniq 5 targets tech-focused buyers who want modern design, fast charging, and a more refined EV platform.

Range sits close, with the Explorer EV slightly ahead on paper in some versions, reaching around 600 km WLTP versus roughly 570 km for the Ioniq 5. Charging differs more. The Ioniq 5 uses an 800V system with up to about 230 kW and 10–80 percent in around 18 minutes. The Explorer EV runs a 400V setup with lower peak DC speeds around 145 kW.

Ford Explorer vs Hyundai Ioniq 5

Price positioning favors the Explorer EV with a lower starting point in the UK market, while the Ioniq 5 sits higher due to tech and performance options. Both models are available across Europe with expanding deliveries. This page helps you choose between better charging tech and performance versus lower entry price and traditional SUV positioning.

Within Ford, other EVs include the Ford Mustang Mach-E and upcoming electric crossovers. Within Hyundai, the lineup includes the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and Hyundai Kona Electric.

The Explorer EV offers lower price, solid range, and practical SUV layout, but charging speed is slower and tech feels less advanced; the Ioniq 5 offers ultra-fast charging, strong performance options, and better interior tech, but costs more and real-world range can vary with driving style.

QUICK VERDICT; Pick the Explorer EV if price and familiar SUV use matter. Pick the Ioniq 5 if charging speed and EV-focused design matter more.

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  Ford Explorer Hyundai Ioniq 5
Price $42,000.00 $44,000.00
Our Rating 6.3 6.2
Brand FORD Hyundai
Category Electric Cars Electric Cars

MODEL

Available Trims / Variants Ford Explorer Standard Range
Ford Explorer Extended Range
Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD

PRICE & AVAILABILITY

Base Price (USD) € 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
€ 44,000 £ 40,000 - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
€ 51,700 £ 43,400 - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
€ 59,400 £ 50,900 - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Availability Status 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
Available to order. Released 2024, July

BATTERY & CHARGING

Battery Capacity 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
63 kWh total - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
84 kWh total - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
84 kWh total - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) 236 mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Standard Range
374 mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Extended Range
352 mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD
273 mi WLTP (240 mi EPA) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
320 mi WLTP (310 mi EPA) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
308 mi WLTP (280 mi EPA) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
DC Charging (Max kW) 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
CCS 180 kW, 10-80% in 18 min - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
CCS 235 kW, 10-80% in 18 min - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
CCS 235 kW, 10-80% in 18 min - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
AC Charging (Max kW) Type 2 11 kW Type 2 11 kW
Energy Consumption 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
251 Wh/mi WLTP - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
277 Wh/mi WLTP - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
293 Wh/mi WLTP - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD

PERFORMANCE

Power Output (kW / hp) 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
RWD 170 hp (125 kW) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
RWD 228 hp (168 kW) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
AWD 325 hp (239 kW) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh 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. 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
8.5 sec 0-62 mph - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
7.5 sec 0-62 mph - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
5.3 sec 0-62 mph - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Torque (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
350 Nm (258 lb-ft) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
350 Nm (258 lb-ft) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
605 Nm (446 lb-ft) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Top Speed (km/h / mph) 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
115 mph (185 km/h)

BODY & DIMENSIONS

Dimensions (L×W×H mm) 4468 x 1871 x 1630 mm (175.9 x 73.7 x 64.2 in) 4655 x 1890 x 1605 mm (183.3 x 74.4 x 63.2 in)
Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) EU: 536 l, 1422 l max EU: 527 l, 1587 l max
Body Style 5 door crossover, 5 seats 5 door crossover, 5 seats
Kerb Weight (kg) 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
EU: 1965 kg unladen, 2470 kg gross - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
EU: 2070 kg unladen, 2590 kg gross - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
EU: 2175 kg unladen, 2685 kg gross - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Ground Clearance (mm) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) No 57 l
57 l
24 l

SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE

COMFORT & SEATING

Seating Capacity Heated front seats, massage (driver seat only) Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats

DISPLAYS & CONNECTIVITY

Centre Screen (inches) 14.6" movable touchscreen 12.3" touchscreen
Driver's Display (inches) 5" 12.3"
Head-Up Display (HUD) No Yes, projector type

TECHNOLOGY

ADDITIONAL SPECS

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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