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Ford Explorer vs MG S6 EV
Selected trimSE Long RangeChange trim329 mi · 77 kWh · £37,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Explorer leads on charging speed and city driving, while the MG S6 EV leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Explorer if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the MG S6 EV if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Explorer edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueMG
Ford
6.1
MG
7
Motorway Range
Ford
3.5
MG
3.3
Too close to call
FamilyMG
Ford
6.7
MG
8.5
ChargingFord
Ford
4.6
MG
3.3
Cost Per Mile
Ford
3.5
MG
3.4
Too close to call
City DrivingFord
Ford
5.4
MG
3.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
MG S6 EV
SE Long Range
- 56 miles more WLTP range
- 204 litres more boot space
- 45 kW faster rapid charging
- 40 kW more power
- 500 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,185 (better) | £37,995 |
| Official range | 273 miles | 329 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 470 L | 674 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min (better) | 38 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 9.2 sec |
Size Comparison
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Ford Explorer
MG S6 EV
Length
Ford Explorer4,468mm-240mm
MG S6 EV4,708mm
Width
Ford Explorer1,872mm-40mm
MG S6 EV1,912mm
Height
Ford Explorer1,630mm-34mm
MG S6 EV1,664mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,468 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,872 mm (better) | 1,912 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,063 mm (better) | 2,142 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m (better) | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 528 mm spare (better) | 488 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear legroom | 916 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 470 L | 674 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1460 L | 1910 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 124 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,000 kg | 1,500 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Ford Explorer
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
MG S6 EV
- A 124 L frunk, one of 5 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 124 L or more.
- Boot space of 674 L is bigger than 95% of SUVs we track.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Explorer Style 58kWh |  MG S6 EV SE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.47m | 4.71m+240mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.91m+40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.14m+79mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.66m+34mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.83m+68mm |
| Ground Clearance | 193mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 470L | 674L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1460L | 1910L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 124L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear Legroom | 916mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m (better) | 11.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,908kg | 1,880kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 1,000kg | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 77kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 273 mi | 329 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,185 (better) | £37,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £33,685 (-£1,500) | £37,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 273 miles | 329 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 183 miles | 232 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min (better) | 38 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | 164 Wh/km (better) | 166 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | 74.3 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 9.2 sec |
| Power | 140 kW | 180 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Ford Explorer
Style 58kWh
MG S6 EV
SE Long Range
Watch the reviews
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Ford Explorer
All 3 videos
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.
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Cost per mile
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Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - MG S6 EV SE Long Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users84%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | MG S6 EVSE Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Ford Explorer
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
MG S6 EV
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Explorer
No active listings.
MG S6 EV
- £26,7902025Cars2View
- £24,9902026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the MG S6 EV worth the extra £2,810 over the Ford Explorer?
The MG S6 EV costs £2,810 more than the Ford Explorer. For that premium it adds 56 miles more WLTP range, 45 kW faster peak rapid charging and 204 litres more boot space. The Ford Explorer is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.2s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Ford Explorer comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Explorer or the MG S6 EV?
The Ford Explorer is £2,810 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £176 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Ford Explorer comes out roughly £2,850 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Explorer and MG S6 EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 183 miles for the Ford Explorer and 232 miles for the MG S6 EV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The MG S6 EV goes roughly 48 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 25 minutes in the Ford Explorer and 38 in the MG S6 EV, so the Ford Explorer loses less time at each stop. So the MG S6 EV stops less often while the Ford Explorer stops for less time - pick on which you would rather do.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Explorer or the MG S6 EV?
The Ford Explorer is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the MG S6 EV. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 528 mm of total clearance for the Ford Explorer and about 488 mm of total clearance for the MG S6 EV.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Explorer or the MG S6 EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Ford Explorer and 84% for the MG S6 EV. 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.
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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideBuying a Used Ford Explorer EV (2024 on): Standard or Extended Range, RWD or AWD, Recalls & What to Pay
A used electric Ford Explorer buyer’s guide: Standard and Extended Range, RWD and AWD explained, the 2026 battery change, recalls, warranty, real-world range, what owners report, what to pay against a new one with the grant, and a printable checklist.
GuideBuying a Used MG S6 EV (2025 on): SE, Trophy or Dual Motor & What to Pay
A used MG S6 EV buyer’s guide: SE, Trophy and Trophy Dual Motor, the steep depreciation, MG’s 7-year warranty and how to keep it, real-world range, what owners report and a printable checklist.
Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .