Verdict
These SUVs serve sharply different Malaysian lives. The Ford Everest brings seven seats, all-wheel drive, 500 Nm from its 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel and an 80-litre tank for families needing the third row. The Tesla Model Y is a five-seater, but its 854-litre boot dwarfs the Everest’s 259 litres. Its 60 kWh battery delivers a quoted 466 km range, while 295 hp and a 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time make it the quicker road car. Choose space for people or space for luggage, then consider charging access.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and a 500 Nm diesel SUV with an 80-litre fuel tank.
Pick the Tesla Model Y if five seats are enough and you want 466 km of quoted EV range, an 854-litre boot and 5.9-second acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Tesla Model Y RM198,000.
- Seats: Ford Everest 7; Tesla Model Y 5.
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Tesla Model Y 854 litres.
- Driveline: Ford Everest all-wheel drive; Tesla Model Y rear-wheel drive.
- Powertrain: Ford Everest 207 hp/500 Nm 2.0-litre diesel; Tesla Model Y 295 hp/420 Nm electric motor.
- Kerb weight: Ford Everest 2,201 kg; Tesla Model Y 1,921 kg.
Everest
- Seven seats with a 50:50 split-folding third row
- All-wheel drive and 500 Nm diesel torque
- 17-inch steel spare wheel
- RM83,888 more expensive
- 259-litre boot is far smaller than the Model Y's 854 litres
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
Model Y
- 466 km quoted range from a 60 kWh battery
- 854-litre boot and 5.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- 175 kW DC charging, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking
- Only five seats versus the Everest's seven
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- No spare tyre and no front or rear parking sensors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888 | RM198,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 207 hp | — |
| Torque | 500 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 420 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 60 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 466 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | — |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 5.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 201 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,790 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 2,129 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,891 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 1,921 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 854 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" Crossflow 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 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger 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 Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED with LED Lighter |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated |
| 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, Heated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear Vents with Rear Screen |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C |
| 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 | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km✓ | 80,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) |
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 Model Y FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Tesla Model Y better?
The Everest is better for seven occupants and all-wheel-drive diesel duties. The Model Y is better for five people who can charge at home or on the road, with 466 km quoted range, much more boot space and faster acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest costs RM281,888 and the Tesla Model Y costs RM198,000, so the Everest is RM83,888 more expensive.
How quickly can the Tesla Model Y charge?
The Model Y supports AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 175 kW. The Everest is diesel-powered, with an 80-litre fuel tank rather than a battery.