Ford Explorer EV vs Jeep Compass EV

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thumb image Ford Explorer EV US$ 45,000
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thumb image Jeep Compass EV US$ 42,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Ford Jeep
Model Explorer EV Compass EV (Next-Gen Compass)
Vehicle Type Compact/Midsize Electric SUV Compact SUV (Electric / BEV)
Trims Standard RWD, Extended Range RWD, AWD Standard FWD, AWD (4xe), First Edition (Europe)
Release Date 2024 (Europe) Late 2025 (Europe), 2026+ (other markets)
Status In production (Europe only) Upcoming / Pre-launch
Made In Cologne, Germany Italy (Melfi Plant, Stellantis)
Body Type SUV (5-door) SUV / Crossover
Vehicle Warranty 8 years / 160,000 km (battery & EV components), 3 years / 100,000 km (vehicle) Expected 3 years / 36,000 miles (standard Jeep warranty, may vary by market)
Colors 8 years / 160,000 km (battery & EV components), 3 years / 100,000 km (vehicle) Multiple (official palette not yet disclosed, likely white, black, grey, red, blue, green options)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (single or dual motor) Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (front; + rear for AWD)
Horsepower 168 hp (Standard RWD) / 282 hp (Long Range RWD) / 335 hp (AWD) 213–233 hp (FWD), up to 375 hp (AWD 4xe)
Torque 350 Nm (RWD) / ~679 Nm (AWD, est.) 350–400 Nm (FWD), up to ~600 Nm (AWD)
Acceleration 6.4 s (RWD), 5.3 s (AWD) 7.5s (FWD), ~5.5s (AWD)
Top Speed 180 km/h 180 km/h (FWD), ~200 km/h (AWD)
Range 350 km (Standard RWD), 570–600 km (Long Range RWD), 490–500 km (AWD) [WLTP] 500–650 km (WLTP depending on battery)
Drivetrain RWD / AWD FWD or AWD (4xe dual-motor)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (VW MEB platform) Lithium-ion (Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt chemistry)
Battery Capacity 52 kWh (standard), 77–79 kWh (long range & AWD) 73–74 kWh (standard) / ~97 kWh (long range)
Power Consumption 15–17 kWh/100 km (WLTP, depending on trim) 15–17 kWh / 100 km
Battery Warranty 8 years / 160,000 km Up to 11–22 kW AC (depending on onboard charger)
Home Charging Speed Up to 11 kW AC Supports up to 160 kW DC
Supercharging Speed Not Tesla, CCS2 DC fast charging 20–80% in ~30 minutes
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 185 kW (10–80% in ~25–28 minutes) 30–35 miles (AC 11 kW); ~180–200 miles in 30 mins (DC 160 kW)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 22–25 mi/hr (11 kW AC) 8–9 hours (AC 11 kW), ~30 mins (DC 160 kW 20–80%)
Charging Time 7–8 hrs (AC, 11 kW) / ~25–28 min (DC fast, 10–80%) CCS2 (Europe) / CCS1 (North America)
Charging Connector Type CCS Type 2 (Europe) Standard wall box (7.4–11 kW), optional higher 22 kW setup
Home Charging Options Wallbox, public AC, 230V outlet Standard wall box (7.4–11 kW), optional higher 22 kW setup
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW 11 kW (standard), 22 kW optional

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,460 mm 4,400 mm
Width 1,870 mm 1,870 mm
Height 1,600 mm 1,650 mm
Wheelbase 2,770 mm 2,700 mm
Ground Clearance 180 mm 200 mm
Cargo Space 450 L (seats up), ~1,400 L (seats folded) 550 L (rear) + ~34 L (front storage)
Curb Weight 1,800–2,100 kg (depending on trim) 1,900–2,100 kg (depending on battery)
No. of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Alloy wheels
Wheel Size 19" (standard), optional 20" / 21" 18–20 inches (depending on trim)
Front Tire 235/55 R19 (base) 235/55 R18 (standard)
Rear Tire 235/55 R19 (base) 235/55 R18 (standard)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive) Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive)
Turning Radius 11.5 m 5.6 m
Gear Box 1-speed fixed ratio 1-speed reduction gear (EV)
Front Suspension MacPherson strut MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension Multi-link independent :Multi-link (AWD), torsion beam (FWD)

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No (Ford Co-Pilot360 assist suite instead) Level 2 driver assistance
Navigation System Yes, SYNC Move with Google Maps & OTA updates Yes, built-in GPS + OTA maps
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes, with Stop & Go and Lane Centering Yes
Climate Control Dual-zone automatic climate control Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input USB-C / USB-A ports Yes (USB-C / USB-A)
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Yes Yes
Apple Car Play Yes (wireless) Yes (wireless)
Android Auto Yes (wireless) Yes (wireless)
Touchscreen Yes 16-inch center display
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers Up to 10 (B&O premium system) Up to 12 (Harman Kardon premium audio on top trims)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative braking with ABS + EBD Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Disc Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 7 (front, side, curtain, knee) 6–8 (depending on trim)
Rear Seat Belt Yes, 3-point with pretensioners Yes
Auto Parking sensors Front & rear sensors + optional automated park assist Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes (360°)
Multiple Cameras 360° camera system Yes (360°)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No (urban SUV, not off-road focus) Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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