Loading comparison
Citroën ë-C4 vs Ford Explorer
Selected trimPLUSChange trim222 mi · 50 kWh · £28,715
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C4 leads on running costs and city driving, while the Ford Explorer stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C4 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Citroën ë-C4 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Citroën
5.9
Ford
6.1
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Citroën
3.8
Ford
3.5
Too close to call
Family
Citroën
6.5
Ford
6.7
Too close to call
Charging
Citroën
5
Ford
4.6
Too close to call
Cost Per MileCitroën
Citroën
5.1
Ford
3.5
City DrivingCitroën
Citroën
7
Ford
5.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Ford Explorer
Style 58kWh
- 51 miles more WLTP range
- 90 litres more boot space
- 40 kW more power
- 2.0s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1000 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,715 (better) | £35,185 |
| Official range | 222 miles | 273 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 380 L | 470 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 25 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec | 8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
View:
Align by:
Citroën ë-C4
Ford Explorer
Length
Citroën ë-C44,355mm-113mm
Ford Explorer4,468mm
Width
Citroën ë-C41,800mm-72mm
Ford Explorer1,872mm
Height
Citroën ë-C41,520mm-110mm
Ford Explorer1,630mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,468 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,872 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,063 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 528 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 916 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 380 L | 470 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | 1460 L (better) |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,000 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C4
- At 4,355 mm, longer than 90% of hatchback EVs we track.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Ford Explorer
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C4 PLUS |  Ford Explorer Style 58kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.47m+113mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.87m+72mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.06m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.63m+110mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.77m+97mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 193mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 380L | 470L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | 1460L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 916mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,571kg (better) | 1,908kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh | 58kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 222 mi | 273 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 105kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,715 (better) | £35,185 |
| Price after EV grant | £27,215 (-£1,500) (better) | £33,685 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 222 miles | 273 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 161 miles | 183 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 25 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 105 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km (better) | 164 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 50 kWh | 58 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec | 8 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 140 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Citroën ë-C4
PLUS
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Ford Explorer
Style 58kWh
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C4 PLUS
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users57%
Safety Assist63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Ford Explorer Style 58kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4PLUS | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
Get a quote
Citroën ë-C4
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Ford Explorer
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Explorer worth the extra £6,470 over the Citroën ë-C4?
The Ford Explorer costs £6,470 more than the Citroën ë-C4. For that premium it adds 51 miles more WLTP range, 90 litres more boot space and 40 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Citroën ë-C4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Ford Explorer?
The Citroën ë-C4 is £6,470 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C4 comes out roughly £6,510 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C4 and Ford Explorer like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 161 miles for the Citroën ë-C4 and 183 miles for the Ford Explorer - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Ford Explorer goes roughly 22 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Ford Explorer?
The Citroën ë-C4 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 72 mm narrower than the Ford Explorer. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C4 and about 528 mm of total clearance for the Ford Explorer.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Ford Explorer?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C4 and 84% for the Ford Explorer. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
Compare against other rivals
Compare similarly sized and priced electric cars before finalising your shortlist.
More Citroën ë-C4 comparisons
More Ford Explorer comparisons
See both cars in our rankings
EVcarsguide scores every verified EV on price, range, family use and running costs. Here is where this pair appears.
Where the Citroën ë-C4 and Ford Explorer rank among the cheapest EVs after the grantWhere the Citroën ë-C4 and Ford Explorer rank among the best family EVsWhere the Citroën ë-C4 and Ford Explorer rank among EVs under £40,000Where the Citroën ë-C4 and Ford Explorer rank among the best motorway EVsWhere the Citroën ë-C4 and Ford Explorer rank among the best city EVsWhere the Citroën ë-C4 and Ford Explorer rank among the cheapest EVs to run
Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .