Ford Explorer Extended Range RWD EV charger: Which one is the best fit?
The Ford Explorer Extended Range RWD is the long-range, rear-wheel-drive version of the electric Explorer, with a WLTP range of up to 602 kilometres from a 79 kWh net battery. At home, its on-board charger takes a maximum of 11 kW of alternating current. That decides which EV charger makes sense for you: an 11 kW home charger gets the most out of this car, and faster charging happens on the road at a rapid charger. You can also browse our overview of all Ford EV chargers.
For the Ford Explorer Extended Range RWD we recommend a charger from our 11 kW EV chargers.
Not sure which on-board charger your Explorer has? Check your vehicle documents or the charging menu on the car's display.
Charging specifications of the Ford Explorer Extended Range RWD
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity (net) | 79 kWh |
| Maximum AC charging power at home | 11 kW |
| Range (WLTP) | up to 602 km |
| Charging time with an 11 kW wallbox | approx. 7 hours |
| Charging connector | Type 2 |
| DC fast charging | up to 185 kW |
Which EV charger suits the Ford Explorer Extended Range RWD?
With an 11 kW on-board charger, this Explorer does not need a 22 kW charger: such a unit cannot charge the car any faster at home. An 11 kW charger on a three-phase connection is the sensible choice. Think about a MID meter as well. That is a certified kWh meter built into the charger, which records exactly how much electricity goes into the car, separately from the rest of your household. You then know precisely what charging at home costs you, and you have a reliable record if you ever need to settle those costs.
In our range, chargers with a built-in MID meter come in 11 kW and in 22 kW versions. A 22 kW model charges this Explorer at its maximum of 11 kW too, so that is no drawback. Compare the options in our EV chargers with MID meter or in the full range of 11 kW EV chargers.
How long does the Ford Explorer Extended Range RWD take to charge?
With an 11 kW charger, the 79 kWh net battery charges from empty to full in about 7 hours. Every hour adds roughly 50 to 60 kilometres of range. Plug the car in during the evening and it is full the next morning, even after a day with a lot of driving. On the road it goes faster: at a DC rapid charger the Explorer accepts up to 185 kW, which takes you from 10 to 80 percent in around half an hour.
Does the Ford Explorer Extended Range RWD need a three-phase connection?
To reach the full 11 kW, you need a three-phase connection at home with 3 x 16 amps. On a single-phase connection, the Explorer charges more slowly: 3.7 kW on a 16 amp circuit, or up to 7.4 kW on a 32 amp circuit with one of our 7.4 kW EV chargers. The Explorer uses a Type 2 connector, just like the chargers we recommend, so you plug the car straight into the fixed cable or socket of the charger.
We always recommend having the charger connected by a qualified electrician, as that is safer and matters for your insurance. In the Netherlands, Flemish Belgium and Germany, we can arrange the installation for you through our installation partner; in Germany this starts with a free quotation.
Other versions of the Ford Explorer
Wallbox Discounter also has EV charger information for the other version of the Ford Explorer:
- Ford Explorer Plug-in Hybrid: the plug-in hybrid version, with a different charging profile from the fully electric Extended Range RWD
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an EV charger with a MID meter for the Ford Explorer Extended Range RWD?
It is not required to charge the car, but it is useful. A built-in MID meter records exactly how many kWh you charge at home, so you know what charging costs and have a reliable basis if you settle those costs with an employer or leasing company. For this Explorer, any model with a MID meter from 11 kW upwards delivers the full charging power.
Can I charge the Ford Explorer Extended Range RWD faster than 11 kW at home?
No. The on-board charger of this Explorer accepts a maximum of 11 kW of alternating current at home. A 22 kW charger therefore does not charge the car any faster. Faster charging is only possible on the road at a DC rapid charger, at up to 185 kW.