Just give in to the FoMo this'll give you for a little VWCo platform sharing.
based on the new Ford Ranger's T6 platform . Volkswagen would, in return, build a couple of EVs for Ford in Europe on its MEB platform: a midsize SUV and a"Sport Crossover." Now the covers have come off of the first: the midsize Ford Explorer.Couple of points: Despite the familiar name, this is not for American consumption, so don't presume it'll replace our larger, gas-powered, three-row Explorer. Secondly,, with a very similar overall shape.
The general resemblance is obvious, but the Ford is blockier and has significant styling differences. The daylight opening is different, the front and rear ends are blockier and more upright, the roofline is more traditionally SUV-ish than the sleeker, softer ID4. With a smiling, friendly visage, it's a handsome thing, and we wouldn't begrudge anyone who liked the Explorer's style more than the ID4. Take your pick, Euro types.
The Explorer will come in rear- and all-wheel-drive variants, but other specifics, like powertrain specs and range, are not yet available. Do not expect them to be a surprise; just glance at the ID4's European specs to get a very, very good guess at what the Explorer will bring to the table. We only wish this attractive electric crossover were coming here—VW bits or not, it'd make a nice companion to Ford's Mustang Mach-E and Lightning EVs...
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