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Ford Explorer vs Peugeot e-5008

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.

Ford Explorer vs Peugeot e-5008

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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  Ford Explorer Peugeot e-5008
Price $42,000.00 $51,000.00
Our Rating 6.3 6.3
Brand FORD PEUGEOT
Category Electric Cars Electric Cars

MODEL

Available Trims / Variants 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

LAUNCH

Reveal Date 2023, March 21 2024, March 20
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, 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 (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
€ 51,500 £ 48,500 - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD

€ 55,250 £ 51,350 - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD

BATTERY

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
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
Battery Chemistry Li-ion (400V type) Liquid-cooled Li-ion NMC (400V type)
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
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
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
288 Wh/mi WLTP - Peugeot e-5008 230 FWD

307 Wh/mi WLTP - Peugeot e-5008 Long range FWD
Regen Braking (Max kW) Yes Yes
Heat Pump
AC Charging (Max kW) Type 2 11 kW Type 2 11 kW
Type 2 22 kW
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 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
Additional Notes V1G, V2L (up to 3kW, 16A)

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
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 (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
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
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
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
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
106 mph (170 km/h)
Transmission / Drive Single-speed Single-speed

BODY

Body Style 5 door crossover, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5/7 seats
Platform / Architecture MEB STLA Medium
Dimensions (L×W×H mm) 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 (mm) 2767 mm (108.9 in) 2900 mm (114.2 in)
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: 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 / Rear) Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link
Wheel Size (inches) R19, R20, R21 R19, R20
Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) EU: 536 l, 1422 l max EU: 748 l, 1815 l max
Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) No No
Towing Capacity (kg) 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
Additional Notes 259/2232 l trunk capacity in a 7-seater configuration

SAFETY

Airbags (count) Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system; drivers' knee airbag Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system
Driver Assistance (ADAS) 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

COMFORT

Seating Capacity Heated front seats, massage (driver seat only) Heated/ventilated with massage front seats, heated outer rear seats (second row)
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, Active Park Assist Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, autonomous park assist

DISPLAYS

Centre Screen (inches) 14.6" movable touchscreen 10" touchscreen
Driver's Display (inches) 5" 10"
Head-Up Display (HUD) No Yes

LIGHTING

INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO

TECHNOLOGY

OWNERSHIP

Note

Disclaimer We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
  Ford Explorer Peugeot e-5008

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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