Ford Everest vs Mercedes-Benz GLC
Verdict
At RM266,388 against RM329,888, the Ford Everest is RM63,500 cheaper and gives you seven seats, a bigger body and an 80-litre diesel tank. The Mercedes-Benz GLC is the faster, more road-biased SUV on paper: 201 hp, all-wheel drive, 0-100 km/h in 7.8 seconds and a 221 km/h top speed. The Ford has more torque at 405 Nm, but the Mercedes-Benz has the larger quoted boot at 620 litres. This is utility and seating versus pace, drive layout and safety kit.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, diesel torque and the larger SUV footprint for less money.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz GLC if you want all-wheel drive, stronger power figures, AEB and a larger quoted boot.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM266,388; Mercedes-Benz GLC RM329,888
- Seats: Ford Everest 7; Mercedes-Benz GLC 5
- Output: Ford Everest 167 hp and 405 Nm; Mercedes-Benz GLC 201 hp and 320 Nm
- Driven wheels: Ford Everest rear-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz GLC all-wheel drive
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Mercedes-Benz GLC 620 litres
- Warranty: Ford Everest 3 years; Mercedes-Benz GLC 4 years
Everest
- Seven seats versus the GLC’s five
- Higher torque at 405 Nm
- Larger 80-litre fuel tank
- Lower power at 167 hp
- AEB not listed
- Smaller quoted boot at 259 litres
GLC
- 201 hp and 0-100 km/h in 7.8 seconds
- All-wheel drive
- AEB is fitted
- Costs RM63,500 more
- Five seats only
- Lower torque at 320 Nm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 266,388✓ | RM 329,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Single Turbo | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing, Mild Hybrid Assist |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 167 hp | 201 hp✓ |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 320 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 10 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 23 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 205 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Six-speed Automatic | 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 6 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 221 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,716 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,640 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,888 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 620 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 285/40R20 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladderframe | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| 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, Driver's 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 on outer two rear 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 | LED Reflectors |
| 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 Memory & Heating |
| 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, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Middle, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 11.9" Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 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 | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | No | Yes |
| 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 440 |
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 GLC FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Mercedes-Benz GLC better?
The Ford Everest is better for seating and diesel torque, with seven seats and 405 Nm. The Mercedes-Benz GLC is better for performance and road use, with 201 hp, all-wheel drive, AEB and a 7.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz GLC costs RM63,500 more than the Ford Everest. The gap buys all-wheel drive, higher power, AEB, a 4-year warranty and the larger quoted boot, but not extra seats.
Which one has more space?
It depends on the space you need. The Ford Everest has seven seats and is longer, wider and taller. The Mercedes-Benz GLC has the bigger quoted boot at 620 litres versus 259 litres for the Ford Everest.