USA EV Comparison: Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD vs Audi Q4 e-tron 35

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General Info

Although the Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD (2024-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in the United States. The Audi Q4 e-tron 35 (2021-2023) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

Property Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD Audi Q4 e-tron 35
Years of Production 2024-… 2021-2023
Current Status Announced Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Germany Germany, China
Body Style SUV SUV
Market Availability EU EU
GCC Score 5.7 5.3

Range and Efficiency

Although both cars have the same battery capacity, Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD (2024-…) achieves a longer real-world range due to its superior energy efficiency.

Property Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD Audi Q4 e-tron 35
Range (WLTP) 236 mi 219 mi
Range (GCC) 201 mi 179 mi
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 55 kWh 55 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 52 kWh 52 kWh
Efficiency per 100 mi 25.9 kWh/100 mi 29.1 kWh/100 mi
Efficiency per kWh 3.87 mi/kWh 3.44 mi/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.5 5.5

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 145 kW, while the Audi Q4 e-tron 35 (2021-2023) maxes out at 118 kW.

The Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Audi Q4 e-tron 35 (2021-2023) is limited to 7.2 kW.

Property Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD Audi Q4 e-tron 35
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 7.2 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 145 kW 118 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 CCS Type 2
Charging Score 5.9 4.3

Performance

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

With equal motor power, both cars deliver the same 0-60 mph acceleration time.

Property Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD Audi Q4 e-tron 35
Drive Type RWD RWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 125 kW 125 kW
Motor Power (hp) 168 hp 168 hp
Motor Torque 229 lb-ft 229 lb-ft
0-60 mph 8.6 s 8.6 s
Top Speed 99 mph 99 mph
Performance Score 3.1 3.1

Dimensions

The Audi Q4 e-tron 35 (2021-2023) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD (2024-…).

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD Audi Q4 e-tron 35
Length 175.9 in 180.6 in
Width (with Mirrors) 81.2 in 83 in
Width (w/o Mirrors) 73.7 in 73.4 in
Height 64.2 in 64.3 in
Wheelbase 108.9 in 108.8 in

Cargo and Towing

The Audi Q4 e-tron 35 (2021-2023) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2200 lb, whereas the Audi Q4 e-tron 35 (2021-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the US.

Property Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD Audi Q4 e-tron 35
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 4427 lb 4186 lb
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 15.9 ft3 18.4 ft3
Cargo Volume (Max) 50.2 ft3 52.6 ft3
Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk) - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 2200 lb - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 6.5 6.3
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