Like with the previous-gen Ford Ranger, the current T6 pickup is set to spawn a Ford Everest SUV version. Over in Australia, a number of Ranger test mules with a Ford Territory tail-end slapped on them have recently been spied testing out on public roads around Melbourne.
Reports indicate that development on the SUV is being ramped up, with production targeted to begin next year, and the suggestions are that a seven-seater larger than the Territory is on the cards. While the latter should continue to be produced until 2016, going the Ranger-based SUV route will provide good cover for the Blue Oval in the short term, and there’s always the export market in any case.
When it does go into production, the T6-based Everest will be built at the Ford plant in Rayong, Thailand, where the Ranger is being assembled.
In April, Theophilus Chin came up with renderings offering an intimation of what may ultimately transpire – looks meaty on the whole, and that signature Aurora Blue helps add a dash of bold to things. Guess we’ll have to wait and see if the eventual skin will look like this.
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Will it have the 3.2 engine? Looks like the Chevy Trailblazer will be here first and even perhaps the new Fortuner – if Ford Malaysia does not sort out their long waiting period. How long to wait for the 2.2 Ranger now? 8 months? 3.2 Wildtrak already longer than 1 year. Service centre also the same despite higher sales of Ford vehicles.
bro..new fortuner coming? i tot they had it last year only?
Bro, the current Fortuner has been around since 2005. Went through face lifts and engine upgrade. New Hilux expected in 2014 so new Fortuner should follow. Tapi knowing Umw or SDAC sabar aje bro…….. Maybe we get these models in2015 kot..
I had been told by salesman that 3.2 is no longer available for booking. Only sell 2.2L for highest spec, even lower spec models equip with non VGT.
Every market is the same. The Ranger is a massive hit for Ford and they can’t cope with the demand. I can understand why too. I love mine :D
Lol, the rear looks like ford explorer
Awesome.. It may rival Fortuner .. Since Everest is also a 7 seater SUV.
ala design as the Landrover.. I am loving it. Fyi, Landrover Evoque is using 2000cc Ford Ecoboost Engine.
This design rock,look like army cars.
Why Ford Everest? In my taste better get the Ford Explorer. Like the Kuga replacing the Escape…
This is what im waiting,,,,smaller version ng explorer
Ranger won world bakkie of the year plus many more accolades, Everest will do the same no brainer Ford is the Player now
Ford Explorer would be a superb 7 seater SUV with its dynamic and sleek design plus all the accessories and facilities of all that sorts.
Why don’t FORD M’sia get it launched here asap…??
Do they have an Auto Ford Dealer in Cebu? If any, where’s at?