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Okay, here is a summary of the Youtube video:Both the Ford Explorer and the Skoda Enyaq are mid-sized family SUVs sharing platforms, electric motors, and batteries. The Ford is slightly shorter, at 4.4 meters long, compared to the Skoda’s 4.6 meters. The Ford starts at £39,795 for the 52 kWh single-motor version, with a range of 239 miles. The reviewed extended range model with a 77 kWh battery starts at £46,000 and has a range of 374 miles. A 79 kWh battery will also be available. Prices for the Skoda start at about £37,000 and go up to just over £53,000. The Skoda has an updated look for 2024.
The 2024 Enyaq has roughly the same range as the Ford Explorer and the same batteries.
Regarding the aesthetics of the Enyaq, its front grill, to some, may resemble a blue whale sifting plankton, but it does look smart. The reviewer prefers the Ford for its smoother surface. Also, it looks good in black.
The Explorer has 470 liters of boot space, while the Enyaq has 585 liters, which is best in class.
Rear passengers get a lot of legroom in the Explorer but not quite as much headroom as in the Enyaq. The Explorer offers rear charging ports and a center armrest.
The architecture of the Ford Explorer feels very different, and its materials feel very decent. In particular, the reviewer liked the speaker that sits on top of the dash, with LEDs around it at night. The Ford’s infotainment is good, and a bit better than the Skoda's, but parts of the screen are not as good as they could be. The touch-sensitive buttons are touchy. In the Explorer you can change the angle of the screen to prevent glare, and the car's built-in software is generally good.
The Ford has 185 kW rapid charging, while the Skoda has 135 kW. The Ford does ride a bit stiff. Although the Explorer was on 20-inch wheels, its ride comfort can be a little restless. While it’s better than a Mustang Mach-E, it’s not as cushy as the Enyaq.
The steering is direct, allowing more control in curves.
The Ford also offers just one brake regen level, while the Skoda offers three through the use of paddles. The head-up display, optional on the Ford, is a nice feature, though some might find the reflection on the dash to be distracting.
The Enyaq is more comfortable, however, and irons over the road more smoothly. Enyaq has the better ride, but isn’t as fun to drive. Also, the Enyaq features 3-way brake regen.
Also noted is that the cup holders are small in the Enyaq, but large enough in the Ford. While a heat pump is standard on the Enyaq, it is over £1000 on the Ford.
Overall, Ford cars handle and drive well, and the reviewer liked that the Ford Explorer feels like a Ford, and is good to drive, with fairly punchy handling and a nice look. It was noted that the dual-motor car has 335 break horsepower and can make the car 6.4 seconds to 62 miles per hour.
As for the Skoda’s infotainment system, it's not terrible, but BMW and Audi have better systems. Also, most new EVs have dormant battery cells to protect performance and battery life. In all, Ford has created something quite different but for a family car it still has a lot of great choices. However, the presenter felt that the Skoda was the better car overall because the priority of family SUVs is the balance of comfort and roominess.
