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Ford Explorer vs Smart #3
Two electric SUVs at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Ford Explorer is £275 cheaper than the Smart #3 (£33,685 against £33,960).
- The Ford Explorer goes further: about 205 miles against 160 in typical real-world driving.
- The Ford Explorer is more efficient (3.5 against 3.4 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Ford Explorer has the bigger boot: 532 litres against 385.
Side by side
| Ford Explorer Standard Range RWD | Smart #3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £33,685 | £33,960 |
| Real-world range | 205 mi | 160 mi |
| Official WLTP range | – | – |
| Cold motorway range | – | 115 mi |
| Efficiency | 3.5 mi/kWh | 3.4 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 58 kWh | 47 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 105 kW | up to 130 kW |
| 10–80% charge | – | 30 min |
| AC charging | – | 7.4 kW |
| Boot | 532 L | 385 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,800 kg | – |
| Length | – | 4,400 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 8 s | 5.8 s |
| Heat pump | Available (check whether standard) | No |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Band 2 | Not listed |
| Brand warranty | Check | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Ford Explorer Standard Range RWD and Smart #3 Pro. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the Ford Explorer or the Smart #3?
The Ford Explorer is £275 cheaper than the Smart #3 (£33,685 against £33,960).
Which has the longer range, the Ford Explorer or the Smart #3?
The Ford Explorer goes further: about 205 miles against 160 in typical real-world driving.
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