Global EV Comparison: Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD vs MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh
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General Info
The MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €36605. 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 | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €36605 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD (2024-…).
| Property | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 380 km | 480 km |
| Range (GCC) | 323 km | 412 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 55 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 52 kWh | 62.1 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.1 kWh/100 km | 15.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.21 km/kWh | 6.63 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 7.8 |
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 MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) maxes out at 139 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 MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 145 kW | 139 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.8 | 4.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 125 kW | 170 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 168 hp | 228 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 6.3 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.2 | 4.1 |
Dimensions
The Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD (2024-…) and MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4468 mm | 4476 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2063 mm | 2094 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1871 mm | 1849 mm |
| Height | 1630 mm | 1621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2767 mm | 2730 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...) 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-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh (2025-...).
| Property | Ford Explorer EV Standard Range RWD | MG MGS5 EV 64 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2008 kg | 2125 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 450 l | 453 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1422 l | 1441 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.4 | 6.4 |
