EV Magazine September 2024 | Page 19

POWERTRAIN & PERFORMANCE
• Platform : The electric Explorer is built on Volkswagen ’ s MEB platform , which is also used by vehicles like the VW ID . 4 .
• Battery Options : While exact details vary by market , two main battery options are expected :
° A 52 kWh battery with a range of approximately 218 miles ( 350 km ) on the WLTP cycle . ° A 77 kWh battery offering a range of around 331 miles ( 533 km ) on the WLTP cycle .
• Charging : ° AC Charging : Up to 11 kW . ° DC Fast Charging : Up to 170 kW , allowing for an 80 % charge in about 25 minutes .