Verdict
At RM281,888, the Ford Everest undercuts the RM290,888 Mercedes-Benz GLB by RM9,000 while bringing 500 Nm against 270 Nm, AWD and a 259-litre boot. Its 4,914 mm length and 1,923 mm width make it a much larger seven-seater than the 4,634 mm by 1,834 mm GLB, which matters in tight Malaysian car parks. The GLB answers with autonomous braking, navigation and a 1,555 kg kerb weight versus 2,201 kg. Load-carrying and traction favour Ford; urban size and driver assistance favour Mercedes.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need AWD, 500 Nm of diesel torque and the larger 259-litre boot for seven-seat duty.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLB if autonomous braking, navigation and a smaller 4,634 mm footprint matter more than cargo capacity and AWD.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Mercedes-Benz GLB RM290,888.
- Engine output: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm; Mercedes-Benz GLB 161 hp and 270 Nm.
- Driveline: Ford Everest AWD; Mercedes-Benz GLB FWD.
- Size: Ford Everest 4,914 mm long and 1,923 mm wide; Mercedes-Benz GLB 4,634 mm and 1,834 mm.
- Kerb weight: Ford Everest 2,201 kg; Mercedes-Benz GLB 1,555 kg.
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLB 130 litres.
Everest
- RM9,000 lower purchase price.
- 500 Nm diesel engine with AWD.
- 259-litre boot and 80-litre fuel tank.
- No autonomous braking; the GLB has it.
- No navigation; the GLB includes it.
- 4,914 mm long and 1,923 mm wide, versus the GLB's 4,634 mm and 1,834 mm.
GLB
- Autonomous braking and navigation included.
- 1,555 kg kerb weight, 646 kg below the Everest.
- Powered boot, front-seat memory for the driver and third-row USB-C ports.
- RM9,000 more expensive than the Everest.
- 270 Nm, against the Everest's 500 Nm.
- 130-litre boot, versus 259 litres in the Everest.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888✓ | RM290,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM100✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,332 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp✓ | 161 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| 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 | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | 7G-DCT |
| Gears | 10 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 207 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,634 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,834 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,663 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,829 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 1,555 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres✓ | 130 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" 5-twin-spoke Alloys |
| 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 Front Passenger, Front and Rear 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for two outer middle row seats, two last row seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| 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 | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Driver Side Memory Settings |
| 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 and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd 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 |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Rear USB-C 3rd Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen MBUX Multimedia System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| 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 |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| 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✓ | 2 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.
Used Everest & GLB for sale
Everest vs GLB FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Mercedes-Benz GLB better?
The Everest is better for buyers needing AWD, 500 Nm and a 259-litre boot. The GLB is the better urban-oriented choice if autonomous braking, navigation and its 280 mm shorter body are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLB costs RM290,888, which is RM9,000 more than the Ford Everest at RM281,888.
Which has more boot space, the Ford Everest or Mercedes-Benz GLB?
The Ford Everest has the larger boot at 259 litres, compared with 130 litres for the Mercedes-Benz GLB. That is a 129-litre advantage with all seven seats available.