Ford Everest vs Mazda BT-50
Verdict
At RM266,388 against RM148,418, the Ford Everest asks RM117,970 more, and the two are not really the same shape of tool. The Everest is the family wagon: seven seats, SUV body, coil-spring rear suspension, powered boot and 80-litre tank. The Mazda BT-50 is the working pickup: five seats, a longer 5,280 mm body, 3,125 mm wheelbase, AWD and the stronger 3.0-litre diesel with 188 hp and 450 Nm. But its RM1,638 road tax is a big jump from the Ford’s RM438.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, an SUV cabin and easier family-loading features like a powered boot.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you want the cheaper buy-in, AWD and the stronger 188 hp/450 Nm diesel pickup package.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM266,388; Mazda BT-50 RM148,418
- Body and seating: Ford Everest SUV with 7 seats; Mazda BT-50 pickup with 5 seats
- Engine output: Ford Everest 167 hp/405 Nm; Mazda BT-50 188 hp/450 Nm
- Drivetrain: Ford Everest rear-wheel drive; Mazda BT-50 all-wheel drive
- Rear suspension/brakes: Ford Everest coil springs/solid discs; Mazda BT-50 leaf springs/drum brakes
- Road tax: Ford Everest RM438 yearly; Mazda BT-50 RM1,638 yearly
Everest
- Seven seats versus the Mazda’s five
- SUV body with powered, contactless boot operation
- Coil-spring rear suspension and rear disc brakes
- Costs RM117,970 more to buy
- Lower output at 167 hp and 405 Nm
- Rear-wheel drive, while the Mazda gets AWD
BT-50
- Much lower purchase price
- Stronger 3.0-litre diesel with 188 hp and 450 Nm
- Gets AWD, adaptive cruise control and Smart City Brake Support
- Only five seats versus the Ford’s seven
- RM1,638 annual road tax versus RM438 for the Ford
- Leaf-spring rear suspension and rear drum brakes
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 266,388 | RM 148,418✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Single Turbo | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 167 hp | 188 hp✓ |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 450 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 16.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Six-speed Automatic | 6AT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 76 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Ladderframe | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Drum Brakes |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| 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, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Middle, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| 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 | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438✓ | RM 1,638 |
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.
Everest vs BT-50 FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Mazda BT-50 better?
The Ford Everest is better as a seven-seat family SUV. The Mazda BT-50 is better if you want a cheaper, stronger AWD pickup. The right answer depends on cabin needs more than performance.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest costs RM266,388, while the Mazda BT-50 costs RM148,418. That makes the Ford RM117,970 more expensive.
Which has the stronger engine?
The Mazda BT-50 is stronger, with a 2,999 cc diesel producing 188 hp and 450 Nm. The Ford Everest uses a 1,996 cc diesel with 167 hp and 405 Nm.