Verdict
The Ford Everest costs RM281,888 against the Mazda CX-60’s RM200,510, a RM81,378 step up for seven seats, all-wheel drive and a 500 Nm bi-turbo diesel. It is the family-hauling and rougher-road choice, with a bigger 80-litre tank and 2,900 mm wheelbase, but its 259-litre boot behind the third row is tight. The five-seat CX-60 brings a far larger 570-litre boot, adaptive LED headlamps, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. Its RM830 annual road tax versus RM438 for the Ford dulls the saving somewhat.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and the diesel’s substantial 500 Nm torque.
Pick the Mazda CX-60 if you want to spend RM81,378 less on a five-seat SUV with a 570-litre boot and richer driver-assistance kit.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Mazda CX-60 RM200,510.
- Seating and boot space: Everest 7 seats and 259 litres; CX-60 5 seats and 570 litres.
- Output: Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm; CX-60 189 hp and 261 Nm.
- Driveline: Everest all-wheel drive; CX-60 rear-wheel drive.
- Dimensions: Everest 4,914 mm long and 1,841 mm tall; CX-60 4,740 mm and 1,680 mm.
- Annual road tax: Everest RM438; CX-60 RM830.
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin with one-touch-tumble middle row
- 500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel
- All-wheel drive and 80-litre fuel tank
- RM81,378 more expensive
- 259-litre boot is 311 litres smaller
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
CX-60
- 570-litre boot
- Autonomous braking, steering correction and 360-degree camera
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty with free service
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven
- 261 Nm is well down on the Everest’s 500 Nm
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888 | RM200,510✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp✓ | 189 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm✓ | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 10 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Mazda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 1,680 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 58 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Toyo Proxes Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| 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 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 for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for second 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 | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
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 CX-60 FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Mazda CX-60 better?
The Everest is better for seven occupants, all-wheel drive and diesel torque. The CX-60 is better for a five-seat household wanting a much larger boot, more active safety equipment and a lower purchase price.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest costs RM81,378 more than the Mazda CX-60. Its annual road tax is RM392 lower, at RM438 versus RM830, but that does little to close the upfront gap.
Which has more luggage space?
The Mazda CX-60 has the larger quoted boot at 570 litres, compared with 259 litres in the Ford Everest. The Ford counters with a third row and seven seats; the Mazda seats five.