Ford Explorer vs petrol car: savings

Yearly running-cost savings and break-even point for the Ford Explorer compared with a petrol car.

Usable battery79 kWh

WLTP range602 km

Efficiency13.1 kWh/100 km

Max charging11 / 183 kW

Ford Explorer: compact SUV body style illustration — Ford Explorer Extended Range RWD · body style illustration (not the exact model)

Ford Explorer vs petrol savings

Yearly energy cost by country (15,000 km)

Country	Ford Explorer	Petrol car	Saved
United Kingdom	£569	£1,703	£1,134
Germany	€836	€2,289	€1,453
France	€554	€2,164	€1,610
Canada	C$370	C$1,462	C$1,093
Australia	A$782	A$1,502	A$719
United Arab Emirates	AED 640	AED 2,272	AED 1,632
India	₹15,001	₹98,407	₹83,406
Saudi Arabia	SAR 421	SAR 2,272	SAR 1,850
Netherlands	€553	€2,388	€1,835
Spain	€577	€1,880	€1,303
Italy	€641	€2,087	€1,446
Japan	¥76,517	¥150,832	¥74,315
Norway	€415	€2,048	€1,632
Sweden	€586	€1,540	€954
China	CN¥1,133	CN¥8,005	CN¥6,872
South Africa	R6,852	R19,198	R12,346
Mexico	MX$3,977	MX$24,940	MX$20,963
Turkey	₺6,268	₺51,860	₺45,592

Frequently asked questions

How much can I save with a Ford Explorer?

Charging at home, about €1,284 a year in energy for 15,000 km at average prices, compared with a 6.5 L/100 km petrol car. Lower maintenance adds to that.

When does a Ford Explorer pay for itself?

It depends on the price difference with the car you’d otherwise buy. Enter both prices under “Customize” in the calculator to see your break-even year.