Ford Everest vs Toyota Harrier
Verdict
The Ford Everest is the bigger, cheaper and more workmanlike SUV here: RM266,388 buys seven seats, rear-wheel drive, 405 Nm and an 80-litre diesel tank. The Toyota Harrier costs RM289,000, so the RM22,612 gap gets you a petrol-hybrid drivetrain, 175 hp, AEB listed as standard, a bigger 396-litre boot and a five-year warranty. But it is strictly a five-seater, and its 221 Nm figure is well short of the Ford’s. For family carrying, start with the Everest; for daily urban polish on paper, the Harrier has the cleaner brief.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, stronger 405 Nm torque and the longer 2,900 mm wheelbase for a larger family SUV.
Pick the Toyota Harrier if you want a five-seat petrol-hybrid SUV with AEB, more boot space and a longer five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM266,388; Toyota Harrier RM289,000
- Seats: Ford Everest 7; Toyota Harrier 5
- Power and torque: Ford Everest 167 hp/405 Nm; Toyota Harrier 175 hp/221 Nm
- Driven wheels: Ford Everest rear-wheel drive; Toyota Harrier front-wheel drive
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Toyota Harrier 396 litres
- Warranty and road tax: Ford Everest 3 years/RM438; Toyota Harrier 5 years/RM830
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin
- Strong 405 Nm diesel torque
- Larger 80-litre fuel tank
- Smaller 259-litre boot
- AEB not listed
- Shorter 3-year warranty
Harrier
- Petrol-hybrid drivetrain
- AEB listed
- Bigger 396-litre boot
- Five seats only
- Lower 221 Nm torque
- Higher RM830 road tax
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 266,388✓ | RM 289,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Single 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 | 167 hp | 175 hp✓ |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 221 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| 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 |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium Ion |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Six-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | Rear 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) |
| Chassis | Ladderframe | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Springs | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Disc |
| 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 on 2 Outer Middle Row 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 Middle, 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 | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered with Kick Sensor |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438✓ | RM 830 |
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 Harrier FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Toyota Harrier better?
The Ford Everest is better for carrying people and pulling with torque, thanks to seven seats and 405 Nm. The Toyota Harrier is better for a five-seat buyer who wants petrol-hybrid drive, AEB and a longer five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Harrier costs RM22,612 more than the Ford Everest. That extra money mainly lines up with the hybrid drivetrain, AEB, larger boot and longer warranty, while the Ford gives you seven seats for less.
Which has more luggage space?
The Toyota Harrier has the larger boot at 396 litres, compared with 259 litres in the Ford Everest. If you regularly carry luggage with all seats in use, the Harrier has the stronger number.