Global EV Comparison: Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 35 vs Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD
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General Info
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 35 (2024-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47600. 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 Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 35 | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €47600 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €33850 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.8 | 5.7 |
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 | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 35 | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 365 km | 380 km |
| Range (GCC) | 301 km | 323 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 55 kWh | 55 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 52 kWh | 52 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.79 km/kWh | 6.21 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 145 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 35 | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 145 kW | 145 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
With equal motor power, both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 35 | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 125 kW | 125 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 168 hp | 168 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 310 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 35 (2024-...) 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 | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 35 | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4588 mm | 4468 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2063 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1865 mm | 1871 mm |
| Height | 1614 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2764 mm | 2767 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 35 (2024-...) 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 1000 kg).
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 35 | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1990 kg | 2008 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 535 l | 450 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1460 l | 1422 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 6.5 |
