Following the launch of all-new Ford Ranger, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) is now gearing up to introduce the third-generation Everest. First revealed to the world back in March this year, the SUV has already gone on sale in Thailand and will celebrate its Malaysian premiere later this month on September 24.
Built on the same ladder frame chassis as the Ranger, the latest Everest shares a similar face with the pick-up truck. Familiar design cues include C-clamp headlamps, a prominent bar on the front grille as well as a mix of elements meant to evoke a bold a rugged persona.
Elsewhere, the Everest gets its own taillights to accompany its SUV body, which is slightly larger and accommodates up to seven people across three rows. The new model also boasts a longer wheelbase of 2,900 mm (+50 mm) to promote better interior space.
On that mention, the dashboard is pretty much identical to the Ranger, with key differences being a greater focus on creating a plush living space and three-row seating. Like the Ranger, there’s no shortage of tech available, with a variety of digital instrument clusters and infotainment touchscreens depending on variant.
Same goes for safety and driver assistance, with available systems being adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, autonomous emergency braking and many more. The total number of airbags is now at nine, including front driver and passenger, dual seat-side thorax airbags and dual side curtain airbags, which cover all three rows.
A luxurious 7 seater SUV of uncompromising capability, safety and comfort. Witness the premiere of the Next Gen Ford Everest on 24 September. Register now.
— Ford Malaysia (@Ford_Malaysia) August 31, 2022
As for powertrains, the Everest is offered with three diesel engines that include Single-Turbo and Bi-Turbo 2.0 inline four-cylinders as well as a 3.0 litre twin-turbo EcoBoost V6. There’s also a sole petrol mill in the form of a 2.3 litre EcoBoost four-cylinder, although this will only be offered in select markets from next year. Unlike the Ranger, the Everest only gets automatic transmissions, which are 6R80 six-speed automatic or Ford’s 10R80 10-speed SelectShift automatic.
In Thailand, the Everest only gets the 2.0 litre turbodiesel, with the Single-Turbo version being used for the base Trend and mid-spec Sport variants – both with a 6AT and rear-wheel drive. The Bi-Turbo is for the Titanium+, which is offered with rear- or four-wheel drive, both with a 10AT. Prices range from 1.334 million baht (RM162,506) to 1.854 million baht (RM225,852).
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No matter how good Ford is, too sorry that not worth to buy ford again coz of aftersales service concern
Only bad cars requires good aftersales. Good cars can handle mediocre servicing and Fords are Built Tough so aftersales does not need to be good because the car is that good.
I’m driving ford escape 07’. But, i don’t really understand how you get kind of this logic, when aftersales does not need to be good, still called that as Built Tough…sounds not relevant. If called as Built Tough, aftersales should have already improve. The problem is that I have been going to workshop for more than 10 times, starting from 14’ till sold off my ford escape 15’ and replacing by another car. Aircond still not working, leaking can also have found in driver seats and timing belt properly not fixed which always lights up engine indication icon problem. No matter how many times have been going to workshop after repairing, still same thing. I still don’t really dare to buy Ford where can see so many rangers also not happy and of course about spare parts
XC60 15’ owner, sorry bro, truth is the truth, no joke
Escape year 07′ or 14′ or 15′? And isn’t XC60 a Volvo and not a Ford? your story smells fishier than a fish market.
XC60 15’ owner here, truth is the truth but not joke
Was a ford ranger ’12 owner. Not keen to drive the brand anymore. The tagline belongs to Volvo.
With all the negativity about ford, i better wait for isuzu mu-x
I am a little puzzled with all the bad reviews and experiences.. I own a Ford ranger since 2013.. and never had even a hiccup on this car. and I have abused it in everyway that I can or I dare.. and yet it has proven more than o can ever break it. except one time when I blow the turbo . so you ca. imagine how hard I puch it.
A lot of hearsays from Hilux owners. Go Ford or go home in a tow truck.
I still drive my 3.2L Ranger 2014 today and doing 345,000 km now. Always shuttle weekly long distance coast to coast with more than 2 hours non-stop drive. Only change my cooling hose once. The rest are all just regular service. Now looking forward to next-gen Everest.