Verdict
At RM281,888, the Ford Everest costs RM7,112 less than the RM289,000 Toyota Harrier, yet brings seven seats, all-wheel drive and a 207 hp/500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel. Its 2,900 mm wheelbase is 210 mm longer, but the third row leaves just 259 litres of boot space. The five-seat Harrier counters with a 396-litre boot, 175 hp 2.5-litre hybrid system plus a 118 hp electric motor, and stronger active safety: pre-collision braking, steering correction and rear cross-traffic alert with braking. For Malaysian families needing seven seats or AWD, the Everest is the more practical tool; the Harrier is the better-equipped five-seater.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive, 500 Nm of diesel torque and an 80-litre fuel tank for RM7,112 less.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if five seats are enough and you want hybrid assistance, a 396-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and pre-collision braking.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Toyota Harrier RM289,000.
- Seats: Ford Everest 7; Toyota Harrier 5.
- Drive system: Ford Everest all-wheel drive; Toyota Harrier front-wheel drive.
- Output: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm; Toyota Harrier 175 hp and 221 Nm from its engine, plus a 118 hp/202 Nm motor.
- Boot capacity: Ford Everest 259 litres; Toyota Harrier 396 litres.
- Warranty: Ford Everest 3 years/100,000 km; Toyota Harrier 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Everest
- Seven seats and a 2,900 mm wheelbase.
- All-wheel drive with 207 hp and 500 Nm.
- RM7,112 lower purchase price and RM438 annual road tax.
- 259-litre boot is 137 litres smaller than the Harrier's.
- No pre-collision braking or lane-keeping steering correction.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than five years with unlimited mileage.
Harrier
- 396-litre boot despite its shorter 4,740 mm body.
- Pre-collision braking, steering correction and rear cross-traffic alert with braking.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, plus eight years' unlimited cover for the hybrid battery, inverter and PCU.
- Five seats versus the Everest's seven.
- Front-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive.
- Costs RM7,112 more, with RM830 annual road tax versus RM438.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888✓ | RM289,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust) |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp✓ | 175 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm✓ | 221 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 14 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 118 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 202 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | — |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 1,695 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 396 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" 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, Driver's Knee, 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 for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | Bi-LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Full-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU |
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 & Harrier for sale
Everest vs Harrier FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Toyota Harrier better?
The Everest is better for seven occupants, all-wheel drive and 500 Nm of torque. The Harrier is better for a five-seat buyer prioritising a larger 396-litre boot, hybrid assistance and active safety including pre-collision braking.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Harrier costs RM289,000 and the Ford Everest costs RM281,888, so the Harrier is RM7,112 more expensive.
Which has better safety equipment, the Ford Everest or Toyota Harrier?
The Harrier has the stronger listed active-safety package: pre-collision braking, steering correction, rear cross-traffic alert with braking and a tyre-pressure monitoring system. Both have blind-spot monitoring, collision warning, ABS/EBD and stability control.