Audi A4 e-tron Premium 2025 vs Ford Explorer EV

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thumb image Audi A4 e-tron Premium 2025 US$ 50,000
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thumb image Ford Explorer EV US$ 45,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Audi Ford
Model A4 e-tron Premium 2025 Explorer EV
Vehicle Type Electric Compact/Midsize Electric SUV
Trims Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, S-Line, RS e-tron Standard RWD, Extended Range RWD, AWD
Release Date October 2025 2024 (Europe)
Status Coming Soon In production (Europe only)
Made In Germany Cologne, Germany
Body Type Sedan SUV (5-door)
Vehicle Warranty 4 years/50,000 miles 8 years / 160,000 km (battery & EV components), 3 years / 100,000 km (vehicle)
Colors Glacier White, Mythos Black, Navarra Blue, Turbo Green, Quantum Gray, Florett Silver, Tango Red (metallic/flat options). 8 years / 160,000 km (battery & EV components), 3 years / 100,000 km (vehicle)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Electric Motor Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (single or dual motor)
Horsepower 282 hp 168 hp (Standard RWD) / 282 hp (Long Range RWD) / 335 hp (AWD)
Torque 310 lb-ft 350 Nm (RWD) / ~679 Nm (AWD, est.)
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 5.8 seconds 6.4 s (RWD), 5.3 s (AWD)
Top Speed 130 mph 180 km/h
Range 270 miles 350 km (Standard RWD), 570–600 km (Long Range RWD), 490–500 km (AWD) [WLTP]
Drivetrain Rear & All Wheel Drive RWD / AWD

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NMC) Lithium-ion (VW MEB platform)
Battery Capacity 82 kWh 52 kWh (standard), 77–79 kWh (long range & AWD)
Power Consumption 3.2 mi/kWh 15–17 kWh/100 km (WLTP, depending on trim)
Battery Warranty 8 yrs / 100,000 miles 8 years / 160,000 km
Home Charging Speed 0-100% in 8.5 hrs Up to 11 kW AC
Supercharging Speed 170 kW peak Not Tesla, CCS2 DC fast charging
DC Fast Charging Speed (10-80%) in 25 mins Up to 185 kW (10–80% in ~25–28 minutes)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 34-38 mi/hr 22–25 mi/hr (11 kW AC)
Charging Time 8.5 hrs 7–8 hrs (AC, 11 kW) / ~25–28 min (DC fast, 10–80%)
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (NA) / CCS2 (EU) CCS Type 2 (Europe)
Home Charging Options 11 kW L2 Audi Wallbox - NEMA 14-50 (9.6 kW) - 120V (1.4 kW, slow) Wallbox, public AC, 230V outlet
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW AC 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 187.5" / 4,762 mm 4,460 mm
Width 72.9" / 1,852 mm 1,870 mm
Height 56.3" / 1,430 mm 1,600 mm
Wheelbase 112.8" / 2,865 mm 2,770 mm
Ground Clearance 5.5" / 140 mm 180 mm
Cargo Space 12.6 ft³ / 357 L (trunk) 450 L (seats up), ~1,400 L (seats folded)
Curb Weight 4,355 lbs / 1,975 kg 1,800–2,100 kg (depending on trim)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type 5-Spoke Alloy Wheel Alloy
Wheel Size 19-inches 19" (standard), optional 20" / 21"
Front Tire 245/45 R19 235/55 R19 (base)
Rear Tire 245/45 R19 235/55 R19 (base)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electromechanical steering system Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Transmission Single-speed reduction gear Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive)
Turning Radius 38.1 ft (11.6 m) 11.5 m
Gear Box Direct-drive (no gears) 1-speed fixed ratio
Front Suspension Multi-link MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension Multi-link Multi-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Yes No (Ford Co-Pilot360 assist suite instead)
Navigation System Yes Yes, SYNC Move with Google Maps & OTA updates
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes, with Stop & Go and Lane Centering
Climate Control Yes Dual-zone automatic climate control
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes USB-C / USB-A ports
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Optional Yes
Panoramic Sunroof Optional Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes (wireless)
Android Auto Yes Yes (wireless)
Touchscreen 10.1" MMI Touch Yes
WiFi & Hotspot Optional Yes
Bluetooth 5.2 (Dual-Device) Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 10 Speakers Up to 10 (B&O premium system)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Electromechanical Braking System Regenerative braking with ABS + EBD
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes Solid Discs 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 8 Airbags (Dual Front, Side, Curtain, Knee) 7 (front, side, curtain, knee)
Rear Seat Belt 3-Point x3 (ALR/ELR) Yes, 3-point with pretensioners
Auto Parking sensors Yes Front & rear sensors + optional automated park assist
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes 360° camera system
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No No (urban SUV, not off-road focus)
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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