The Ford Explorer EV and Peugeot e-5008 sit in the mid-size electric SUV segment. Both target families who need space, daily usability, and long-distance capability. The Explorer leans toward a tech-focused buyer with a compact footprint, while the e-5008 targets larger households needing seven seats and flexible interior layout.
Range sits close but not identical. The Explorer EV delivers up to about 374 miles WLTP in extended range form, while the e-5008 reaches around 410 miles WLTP with its larger battery option. Charging differs more. The Explorer supports fast DC charging up to around 185 kW, giving quicker top-ups on highways. The e-5008 peaks lower, around 160 kW, so charging sessions run longer despite the bigger battery.

Price positioning separates them. The Explorer EV starts lower in most European markets, while the e-5008 moves higher due to size and 7-seat layout. Availability favors Europe for both, though the Explorer remains limited to selected regions as rollout continues. This comparison helps you decide between compact efficiency and larger family practicality.
Within the brands, Ford also offers EVs like the Mustang Mach-E and Capri EV, both targeting performance and crossover buyers. Peugeot expands its EV range with models such as the e-3008 and e-208, covering compact SUV and hatchback segments.
The Explorer EV offers strong efficiency, faster charging, and a refined tech cabin, but limits rear space and lacks a 7-seat option; the e-5008 delivers true 7-seat practicality, longer range, and better cargo flexibility, but charges slower and carries higher weight and price.
QUICK VERDICT; Pick Explorer EV if you value efficiency, charging speed, and urban-friendly size. Pick e-5008 if you need space, third-row seating, and maximum range.
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| Models |
Ford Explorer Standard Range Ford Explorer Extended Range Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD Peugeot e-5008 Dual motor Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| Announced | 2023, March 21 2024, March 20 |
| 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, June - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD Coming soon. Expected release 2025, March - Peugeot e-5008 Dual motor Available to order. Released 2024, November |
| Country of origin | United States France |
| Base Price |
€ 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 € 51,500 £ 48,500 - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD € 55,250 £ 51,350 - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| Power |
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 FWD 213 hp (157 kW) - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD AWD 326 hp (240 kW) - Peugeot e-5008 Dual motor FWD 230 hp (170 kW) - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| Torque |
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 345 Nm (254 lb-ft) - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD 511 Nm (377 lb-ft) - Peugeot e-5008 Dual motor 345 Nm (254 lb-ft) - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| Acceleration 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 9.7 sec 0-62 mph - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD 6 sec 0-62 mph - Peugeot e-5008 Dual motor 9.6 sec 0-62 mph - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| Max Speed |
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 106 mph (170 km/h) |
| transmission | Single-speed Single-speed |
| 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 73 kWh usable - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD 73 kWh usable - Peugeot e-5008 Dual motor 96.9 kWh usable, 98 kWh total - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| Tech | Li-ion (400V type) Liquid-cooled Li-ion NMC (400V type) |
| Range |
236 mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Standard Range 374 mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Extended Range 352 mi WLTP - Ford Explorer Extended Range AWD 309 mi WLTP - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD 311 mi WLTP - Peugeot e-5008 Dual motor 396 mi WLTP - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| 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 288 Wh/mi WLTP - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD 307 Wh/mi WLTP - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| Recuperation | Yes Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW
Type 2 11 kW Type 2 22 kW |
| DC Charging |
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 160 kW max, 20-80% in 30 min - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD CCS 160 kW max, 20-80% in 30 min - Peugeot e-5008 Dual motor CCS 160 kW max, 20-80% in 27 min - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| Others | V1G, V2L (up to 3kW, 16A) |
| Type | 5 door crossover, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5/7 seats |
| Platform | MEB STLA Medium |
| Dimensions | 4468 x 1871 x 1630 mm (175.9 x 73.7 x 64.2 in) 4791 x 1895 x 1694 mm (188.6 x 74.6 x 66.7 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2767 mm (108.9 in) 2900 mm (114.2 in) |
| Weight |
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: 2218 kg unladen, 2900 kg gross - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD EU: 2316 kg unladen, 2940 kg gross - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| Suspension | Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link |
| Wheels | R19, R20, R21 R19, R20 |
| Trunk/Boot | EU: 536 l, 1422 l max EU: 748 l, 1815 l max |
| Frunk/Bonnet | No No |
| Towing |
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 EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1000 kg braked - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1350 kg braked - Peugeot e-5008 Dual motor EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1000 kg braked - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD |
| Others | 259/2232 l trunk capacity in a 7-seater configuration |
| Centre | 14.6" movable touchscreen 10" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display | 5" 10" |
| Head-Up | No Yes |
| Seats | Heated front seats, massage (driver seat only) Heated/ventilated with massage front seats, heated outer rear seats (second row) |
| Roof | Panoramic glass roof Panoramic glass roof |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Active Park Assist Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, autonomous park assist |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Airbags | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system; drivers' knee airbag Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving Aids | 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 5 cameras and radar, Active Lane Keeping assist, Lane positioning assist, Active blind spot monitoring, Automatic Emergency Braking System, Distance Alert System, Driver Attention Alert, Road Sign Recognition, High Beam assist, Blind spot monitoring |
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