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Ford Explorer vs Peugeot e-Rifter (2021-2024)
Selected trimAllure Premium 50kWh · 2021-24Change trim172 mi · 50 kWh · £32,875
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Explorer leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Peugeot e-Rifter counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Explorer if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.2p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Explorer leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Ford
6.1
Peugeot
5.8
Too close to call
Motorway RangeFord
Ford
3.5
Peugeot
2.3
FamilyFord
Ford
6.7
Peugeot
5.9
ChargingFord
Ford
4.6
Peugeot
3.7
Cost Per MileFord
Ford
3.5
Peugeot
1.9
City Driving
Ford
5.4
Peugeot
5.4
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Ford Explorer
Style 58kWh
- 101 miles more WLTP range
- 40 kW more power
- 3.7s quicker 0-62 mph
- 250 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,185 | £32,875 (better) |
| Official range | 273 miles (better) | 172 miles |
| Boot space | 470 L | 775 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 11.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Ford Explorer
Peugeot e-Rifter
Length
Ford Explorer4,468mm
Peugeot e-Rifter4,405mm-63mm
Width
Ford Explorer1,872mm-49mm
Peugeot e-Rifter1,921mm
Height
Ford Explorer1,630mm-188mm
Peugeot e-Rifter1,818mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,468 mm | 4,405 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,872 mm (better) | 1,921 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,063 mm (better) | 2,107 mm |
| Height | 1,630 mm | 1,818 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.8 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 528 mm spare (better) | 479 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 916 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 470 L | 775 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1460 L | Not available |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 1,000 kg (better) | 750 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Explorer Style 58kWh |  Peugeot e-Rifter Allure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.47m | 4.41m-63mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.92m+49mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | 2.11m+44mm |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.82m+188mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.79m+18mm |
| Ground Clearance | 193mm | 167mm-26mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 470L | 775L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1460L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 916mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.8m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,908kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 1,000kg (better) | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 273 mi (better) | 172 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,185 | £32,875 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £33,685 (-£1,500) | £32,875 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | MPV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2021–2024 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 273 miles (better) | 172 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 183 miles (better) | 144 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 164 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh (better) | 50 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| 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 | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 11.7 sec |
| Power | 140 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 270 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
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.
Ford Explorer
Style 58kWh
Peugeot e-Rifter
Allure Premium 50kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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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
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Cost per mile
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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 - Peugeot e-Rifter Allure Premium 50kWh
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users58%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford ExplorerStyle 58kWh | Peugeot e-RifterAllure Premium 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Peugeot e-Rifter
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Explorer worth the extra £2,310 over the Peugeot e-Rifter?
The Ford Explorer costs £2,310 more than the Peugeot e-Rifter. For that premium it adds 101 miles more WLTP range, 40 kW more power and a 3.7s quicker 0-62mph time. The Peugeot e-Rifter is not just cheaper - it also offers 305 litres more boot space. 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 Peugeot e-Rifter?
The Peugeot e-Rifter is £2,310 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 Peugeot e-Rifter comes out roughly £2,190 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 Peugeot e-Rifter like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 183 miles for the Ford Explorer and 144 miles for the Peugeot e-Rifter - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Ford Explorer goes roughly 40 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 Ford Explorer or the Peugeot e-Rifter?
The Ford Explorer is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 49 mm narrower than the Peugeot e-Rifter. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 528 mm of total clearance for the Ford Explorer and about 479 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-Rifter.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Explorer or the Peugeot e-Rifter?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Ford Explorer and 84% for the Peugeot e-Rifter. 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
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .