Toyota Tacoma EV vs Ford Explorer EV

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thumb image Toyota Tacoma EV US$ 50,000
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thumb image Ford Explorer EV US$ 45,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Toyota Ford
Model Tacoma EV Explorer EV
Vehicle Type Electric Midsize Pickup Truck Compact/Midsize Electric SUV
Trims Base (RWD), Dual-Motor AWD, TRD Pro EV (Expected) Standard RWD, Extended Range RWD, AWD
Release Date Late 2025 (showrooms), Pre-orders mid-2025 2024 (Europe)
Status Upcoming / Concept-to-production In production (Europe only)
Made In TBA Cologne, Germany
Body Type Crew Cab / Double Cab Pickup SUV (5-door)
Vehicle Warranty TBA 8 years / 160,000 km (battery & EV components), 3 years / 100,000 km (vehicle)
Colors TBA (likely similar to current Tacoma palette) 8 years / 160,000 km (battery & EV components), 3 years / 100,000 km (vehicle)

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single-motor RWD (~250 hp) or Dual-motor AWD (~400 hp) Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (single or dual motor)
Horsepower RWD ~250 hp; AWD ~400 hp 168 hp (Standard RWD) / 282 hp (Long Range RWD) / 335 hp (AWD)
Torque RWD ~317 lb-ft; AWD >500 lb-ft 350 Nm (RWD) / ~679 Nm (AWD, est.)
Acceleration TBA (est. <7 sec for 0-60) 6.4 s (RWD), 5.3 s (AWD)
Top Speed TBA (conceptually ~115 mph estimate) 180 km/h
Range 83 kWh ≈230 miles; 110 kWh ≈300 miles 350 km (Standard RWD), 570–600 km (Long Range RWD), 490–500 km (AWD) [WLTP]
Drivetrain RWD (base), AWD (dual-motor) RWD / AWD

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion (VW MEB platform)
Battery Capacity 83 kWh (base), 110 kWh (extended) 52 kWh (standard), 77–79 kWh (long range & AWD)
Power Consumption ~3.5 mi/kWh 15–17 kWh/100 km (WLTP, depending on trim)
Battery Warranty TBA 8 years / 160,000 km
Home Charging Speed TBA Up to 11 kW AC
Supercharging Speed 0–80% in 30 minutes Not Tesla, CCS2 DC fast charging
DC Fast Charging Speed TBA Up to 185 kW (10–80% in ~25–28 minutes)
Miles of Range added Per Hour TBA 22–25 mi/hr (11 kW AC)
Charging Time 30 min to 80% (DC Fast) 7–8 hrs (AC, 11 kW) / ~25–28 min (DC fast, 10–80%)
Charging Connector Type Likely CCS CCS Type 2 (Europe)
Home Charging Options Level 1 / Level 2 Wallbox, public AC, 230V outlet
Onboard Charger Power TBA 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length Slightly longer than current (~212.3 in) 4,460 mm
Width Slightly wider (current ~74.4 in) 1,870 mm
Height TBA 1,600 mm
Wheelbase Similar to current (127.4 in) 2,770 mm
Ground Clearance Concept ≈10 180 mm
Cargo Space TBA 450 L (seats up), ~1,400 L (seats folded)
Curb Weight Likely >5,000 lbs 1,800–2,100 kg (depending on trim)
No. of Doors 4 5
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type 20-inch aerodynamic wheels (optional); concept off-road wheels 33–35 in tires Alloy
Wheel Size 20 in (aero) / 33–35 in off-road 19" (standard), optional 20" / 21"
Front Tire TBA 235/55 R19 (base)
Rear Tire TBA 235/55 R19 (base)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering TBA (expected electric) Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
Transmission Single-speed Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive)
Turning Radius TBA 11.5 m
Gear Box 1-speed 1-speed fixed ratio
Front Suspension TBA MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension TBA Multi-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No (will include Toyota Safety Sense-style systems) No (Ford Co-Pilot360 assist suite instead)
Navigation System Yes (with touchscreen) Yes, SYNC Move with Google Maps & OTA updates
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes, with Stop & Go and Lane Centering
Climate Control Likely dual-zone automatic (expected) Dual-zone automatic climate control
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes (Apple/Android CarPlay) USB-C / USB-A ports
Over The Air Updates Expected Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel TBA Yes
Panoramic Sunroof TBA Yes
Apple Car Play TBA Yes (wireless)
Android Auto Yes, wireless compatible Yes (wireless)
Touchscreen Likely 15-inch vertical (some sources mention) Yes
WiFi & Hotspot Expected Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers JBL premium system (likely ~ JBL) Up to 10 (B&O premium system)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Regenerative braking with ABS + EBD
Front Brakes Disc (expected) Ventilated disc
Rear Brakes Yes 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 TBA 7 (front, side, curtain, knee)
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes, 3-point with pretensioners
Auto Parking sensors Front & Rear sensors Front & rear sensors + optional automated park assist
Crash Sensor Yes (expected) Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes (parking assistance) Yes
Multiple Cameras 360° camera system 360° camera system
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes 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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