USA EV Comparison: Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD vs Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance

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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

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.

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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) maxes out at 100 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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (2021-2023) is limited to 7.2 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (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.

The Volkswagen ID.4 Pure Performance (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).

When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 2200 lb).