Three Things to Know About the Ford Explorer EV

May 18th, 2023 by

Ford is partnering with Volkswagen in building the Ford Explorer EV. The Ford Explorer EV will be an American vehicle constructed in Germany to increase Ford’s reach in Europe.

One: The Ford Explorer EV

The Ford Motor Company has been successful in selling in the EV market, and they sold 61,575 EVs in 2022. Unsurprisingly, they are coming out with the Ford Explorer EV. This SUV is constructed at the Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform, so there will be a likelihood of similarities with different automobiles from the MEB platform. 

The Explorer EV is a five-seat, mid-sized electric-powered SUV. It gives 15.8 cubic feet of boot space, and when the seats are folded down, it will increase to an impressive 49.4 cubic feet. This SUV provides the space needed to head to the store to get groceries or a night drive into the woods for an epic adventure camping under the stars. No matter the busy lifestyle, the Ford Explorer is ready for it, from the 0.6 cubic feet of space in the center console that can easily fit a laptop bag to one of the best features that make the interior stand out the 15-inch movable screen. This screen is not just for display; it also has a hidden compartment, when lifted up, that can hide valuables that will be locked when it is closed. This feature is called “My Private Locker” and given by its name, and it does just that. The dashboard is equipped with ten-color ambient lighting to get the mood right when driving. As this vehicle will be making its debut in Europe, the interior will be designed to please its future customers, turning them into owners of this superb electric vehicle.

Two: What is To be Expected for the Battery, Range, and Performance

 As of right now, the official information for the battery, range, and performance has not been revealed. This is what we expected to see for Ford Explorer EV, a 58-kWh battery pack that will be able to hold up to 212 miles on a single charge. Of course, there will be other trims, and it is expected that one of those trims will have a 77-kWh battery pack that is good for a 335-mile range. The third trim will produce 335 horsepower and a 305-mile range. Ford has said that this SUV can be had in rear-wheel force and all-wheel drive configurations. Quick charging will have the Explorer’s battery going from 10 percent to 80 percent in only 25 minutes. In just a short amount of time, the Explorer EV will be ready to get on the road again. This is incredible! No more need to wait hours for EV to charge.

Three: Exterior 

As Ford is collaborating with Volkswagen, its exterior will share similarities between the two companies. One thing is for sure it will be bold and be packed with safety features. The Ford Explorer will have a 106-inch wheelbase, with inverted angular headlights and a large logo on the shield. This SUV is designed for adventure seekers, and that’s the demographic that it is calling to, as it’s reflected in its styling. When it comes to safety, here’s what to expect with the Ford Explorer EV features like hands-free lane change and overtaking, 12 ultrasonic sensors, five cameras, and three radars.

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The Explorer EV is expected to be coming out in 2024 in Europe. The U.S. is going to be seeing a slightly bigger version of the Explorer EV that will be in Europe. Ford has opened pre-booking, and you can book it on the company’s site. You can also come into Kenny Ross Ford to get all the information you need to get the Explorer EV when it comes out.

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