Ford Everest vs Mercedes-Benz GLA
Verdict
These two solve different problems. The Ford Everest is the bigger, heavier-use SUV on paper: 4,914 mm long, seven seats, rear-wheel drive, diesel power and 405 Nm. The Mercedes-Benz GLA is the city-sized premium crossover: 4,410 mm long, five seats, front-wheel drive, petrol power and a quoted 5.6 L/100 km. The Everest gives you space for more people and an 80-litre tank; the GLA counters with a larger 435-litre boot, AEB, lower road tax and a longer warranty.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, diesel torque and a bigger body for family or outstation use.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLA if you want the smaller premium SUV with AEB, better quoted efficiency and easier urban dimensions.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM266,388; Mercedes-Benz GLA RM258,888
- Seats: Ford Everest 7; Mercedes-Benz GLA 5
- Output: Ford Everest 167 hp and 405 Nm; Mercedes-Benz GLA 161 hp and 250 Nm
- Drivetrain: Ford Everest rear-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz GLA front-wheel drive
- Size: Ford Everest 4,914 mm long and 1,841 mm tall; Mercedes-Benz GLA 4,410 mm long and 1,611 mm tall
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLA 435 litres
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin
- 405 Nm diesel torque
- 80-litre fuel tank
- 259-litre boot is smaller than the GLA’s
- No quoted 0-100 km/h or fuel economy figure
- Three-year warranty trails the GLA’s four years
GLA
- Quoted 5.6 L/100 km fuel economy
- 435-litre boot
- AEB and seven airbags
- Five seats only
- 250 Nm is well down on the Everest’s 405 Nm
- 43-litre fuel tank is much smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 266,388 | RM 258,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Single Turbo | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,332 cc |
| Horsepower | 167 hp✓ | 161 hp |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 10.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | Six-speed Automatic | 7G-DCT |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Getrag |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,611 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,729 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 1,485 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 435 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Continental EcoContact6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladderframe | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" AMG 5-Twin-Spoke Light-Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (Up To 105 km/h) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | LED Reflector 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 Front Seats with 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 |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Middle, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with 10.25" Touchscreen, Voice Control, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Surround View |
| 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438 | RM 100✓ |
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 GLA FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Mercedes-Benz GLA better?
For carrying people, the Ford Everest is better with seven seats and 405 Nm. For town use and equipment on paper, the Mercedes-Benz GLA has the edge with AEB, 5.6 L/100 km fuel economy and a four-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest costs RM7,500 more than the Mercedes-Benz GLA, based on RM266,388 against RM258,888.
Which one has lower annual road tax?
The Mercedes-Benz GLA has the lower listed road tax at RM100 per year. The Ford Everest is RM438 per year, reflecting its larger 1,996 cc diesel engine against the GLA’s 1,332 cc petrol engine.