Verdict
The Ford Everest costs RM281,888, RM53,000 more than the RM228,888 Maxus eTerron 9, but it is the family-first choice with seven seats, five doors and a 259-litre boot. The Maxus is a five-seat electric pickup with two motors producing 435 hp and 700 Nm, versus the Ford’s 207 hp and 500 Nm diesel bi-turbo, plus a 102.2 kWh battery rated for 430 km. Its 650 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing rating and 6.6 kW V2L make a distinctly different case.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, five doors and a shorter 4,914 mm SUV body rather than a pickup bed.
Pick the Maxus eTerron 9 if you want electric running, 435 hp and 700 Nm, a 650 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing for RM53,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Maxus eTerron 9 RM228,888.
- Power and torque: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm; Maxus eTerron 9 435 hp and 700 Nm.
- Seating and doors: Ford Everest seven seats and five doors; Maxus eTerron 9 five seats and four doors.
- Length and wheelbase: Ford Everest 4,914 mm and 2,900 mm; Maxus eTerron 9 5,500 mm and 3,300 mm.
- Kerb weight: Ford Everest 2,201 kg; Maxus eTerron 9 2,850 kg.
- Road tax: Ford Everest RM438 a year; Maxus eTerron 9 RM665 a year.
Everest
- Seven seats and five doors
- 259-litre boot and 80-litre diesel tank
- Five-star ANCAP rating and seven airbags
- RM53,000 pricier
- 207 hp and 500 Nm trail the Maxus’ 435 hp and 700 Nm
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
eTerron 9
- 102.2 kWh battery with 430 km range
- 650 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing and 236-litre powered frunk
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera
- Five seats versus the Ford’s seven
- RM665 annual road tax versus RM438
- No stated alarm, while the Ford has one
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888 | RM228,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM665 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 207 hp | — |
| Torque | 500 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 435 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 700 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 102.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 430 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 115 kW |
| V2L | — | 6.6 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | — |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 190 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 5,500 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,850 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-link Independent |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Chassis Notes | — | Payload 650 kg; towing 3,500 kg braked / 750 kg unbraked; cargo bed 1,561 x 1,500 x 535 mm; 236 L powered frunk |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtains and Centre |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | Front and Rear Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | Auto LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black PVC |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | Heated Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | — |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | — |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | All Power with One-touch Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button (PEPS) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | Battery warranty 8 years/200,000 km; first service free (3 months/5,000 km); optional 5-year/100,000 km service package RM5,000 |
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 eTerron 9 FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Maxus eTerron 9 better?
The Everest is better for carrying seven people in an SUV body. The eTerron 9 is better for electric performance, pickup work and towing, with 435 hp, 700 Nm, a 650 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest costs RM53,000 more than the Maxus eTerron 9: RM281,888 against RM228,888.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Maxus eTerron 9 has a five-year or 100,000 km manufacturer warranty, compared with three years or 100,000 km for the Ford Everest. Its battery warranty runs for eight years or 200,000 km.