Verdict
The RM281,888 Ford Everest costs RM56,888 more than the RM225,000 Hyundai Santa Fe, and its annual road tax is RM438 against RM120. The Ford brings 207 hp, 500 Nm and all-wheel drive, backed by a 10-speed automatic, for buyers who prioritise torque and driven-wheel traction. But the Santa Fe’s 628-litre boot dwarfs the Everest’s 259 litres, while its 1.6-litre hybrid has a 64 hp motor and an eight-year/160,000-km warranty. For a seven-seat Malaysian family, the Hyundai is the more practical and cheaper choice; the Ford suits those needing 500 Nm and AWD.
Pick the Ford Everest if 500 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 10-speed automatic matter more than a RM56,888 saving and boot space.
Pick the Hyundai Santa Fe if you want the RM225,000 price, a 628-litre boot, hybrid assistance and substantially longer warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Hyundai Santa Fe RM225,000.
- Engine output: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm from 1,996 cc; Hyundai Santa Fe 177 hp and 265 Nm from 1,598 cc, plus a 64 hp/264 Nm motor.
- Driveline and gearbox: Ford Everest all-wheel drive with 10 gears; Hyundai Santa Fe front-wheel drive with 6 gears.
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Hyundai Santa Fe 628 litres.
- Warranty: Ford Everest 3 years/100,000 km; Hyundai Santa Fe 8 years/160,000 km.
- Parking assistance: Ford Everest has 2 front and 4 rear sensors; Hyundai Santa Fe has 6 front and 6 rear sensors plus a 360-degree monitor.
Everest
- 207 hp and 500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel.
- All-wheel drive with a 10-speed automatic.
- Five-star ANCAP rating and seven airbags.
- Costs RM56,888 more and has RM438 annual road tax versus RM120.
- 259-litre boot is 369 litres smaller than the Santa Fe’s.
- No autonomous braking, steering lane-keeping correction or adaptive cruise control.
Santa Fe
- RM225,000 price and RM120 annual road tax.
- 628-litre boot for seven-seat family use.
- Eight-year/160,000-km manufacturer warranty, plus autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
- Front-wheel drive rather than the Everest’s all-wheel drive.
- Its engine produces 265 Nm, 235 Nm behind the Everest.
- No front foglamps and only a tyre repair kit instead of a steel spare wheel.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888 | RM225,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 16-valve DOHC Direct Injection with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp✓ | 177 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm✓ | 265 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 64 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 264 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1.49 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | 6-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 10 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,830 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,815 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 67 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 628 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Kumho Ecsta PS71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" 5-arm Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" 5-arm Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for 2nd & 3rd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear AC Vents & Blower Controls |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger Front, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Second Row, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 4 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 160,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 8 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Everest vs Santa Fe FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Hyundai Santa Fe better?
The Hyundai Santa Fe is better for most family buyers: it costs RM56,888 less, has a 628-litre boot and longer eight-year/160,000-km warranty. Choose the Ford Everest for its 500 Nm diesel engine and all-wheel drive.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest is RM281,888 and the Hyundai Santa Fe is RM225,000, so the Ford costs RM56,888 more. Annual road tax is also higher at RM438 versus RM120.
Which SUV has the larger boot?
The Hyundai Santa Fe has the larger boot at 628 litres, compared with 259 litres in the Ford Everest. That is a 369-litre advantage for the Hyundai.