Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD vs Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD 5.1 s Runner-up: 6.4 s
Range winner Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD 602 km Runner-up: 530 km
Power winner Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD 346 hp Runner-up: 286 hp
Cargo winner Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD 519 L Runner-up: 450 L
Price winner Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD $49,500 Runner-up: $49,995

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD against the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.1 seconds, compared with 6.4 seconds for 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD. 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD has the higher listed output at 346 hp; 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD is rated at 286 hp, a difference of 60 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD at 580 Nm and 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD at 545 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD carries the longer listed range at 602 km, against 530 km for 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD. 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the lower recorded consumption at 13.6 kWh/100km; 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD is listed at 18.4 kWh/100km. 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 185 kW, compared with 150 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 519 litres versus 450 litres, a difference of 69 litres. 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,000 kg, while 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD is listed at 750 kg. 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD is 271 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD has the lower listed starting price at $49,500, compared with $49,995 for 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD. 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h6.4 s5.1 s
Top Speed180 km/h180 km/h
Power286 hp346 hp
Torque545 Nm580 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range602 km530 km
Battery82 kWh98.7 kWh
Efficiency13.6 kWh/100km18.4 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging185 kW150 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,468 mm4,739 mm
Ground Clearance164 mm150 mm
Cargo450 L519 L
Curb Weight2,037 kg2,260 kg
Towing1,000 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.7 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$49,995$49,500

Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD vs Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD?

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.1 seconds, versus 6.4 seconds for 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD?

Both cars have the same listed top speed of 180 km/h, approximately 112 mph.

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD?

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD has more power at 346 hp, a 60 hp advantage over 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD.

Which has more range, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD?

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the longer listed range at 602 km (374 miles), versus 530 km (329 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD?

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD has the larger listed battery at 98.7 kWh, compared with 82.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD?

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD has more listed cargo space at 519 litres (18.3 cu ft), versus 450 litres (15.9 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD?

2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,000 kg (2,205 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD?

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD is heavier at 2,260 kg (4,982 lb), while 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD is listed at 2,037 kg (4,491 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD?

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $49,500 USD, compared with $49,995 USD for 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Ford Explorer EV Long Range RWD or the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD?

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.