Ford Everest vs Toyota Hilux
Verdict
The Ford Everest asks RM266,388, RM40,088 more than the Toyota Hilux, and that money mainly buys a seven-seat SUV body, a 1,923 mm width, powered boot and more passenger flexibility. The Hilux is the sharper paper buy for electrified running: 193 hp from two motors, AWD, 257 km of range, RM160 road tax and a 5-year/150,000 km warranty plus battery cover. The Everest counters with 405 Nm from its 2.0-litre diesel and an 80-litre tank, but its driver-assist kit is thinner.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, SUV access and diesel range from an 80-litre tank more than you need AWD or the lowest running cost.
Pick the Toyota Hilux if you want the cheaper electric AWD pick-up with 193 hp, lower RM160 road tax and longer warranty cover.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM266,388; Toyota Hilux RM226,300
- Body and seating: Everest SUV with 7 seats; Hilux pick-up with 5 seats
- Powertrain: Everest 1,996 cc diesel with 167 hp and 405 Nm; Hilux electric with 2 motors, 193 hp and 59.2 kWh battery
- Driveline: Everest rear-wheel drive; Hilux all-wheel drive
- Size: Everest 4,914 mm long and 1,923 mm wide; Hilux 5,320 mm long and 1,855 mm wide
- Warranty and road tax: Everest 3 years/100,000 km and RM438; Hilux 5 years/150,000 km, 8-year battery warranty and RM160
Everest
- Seven seats versus the Hilux’s five
- Wider body at 1,923 mm versus 1,855 mm
- Powered boot and power-adjustable front seats
- RM40,088 dearer than the Hilux
- Rear-wheel drive only versus the Hilux’s all-wheel drive
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise or 360-degree camera
Hilux
- RM40,088 cheaper to buy
- Electric AWD with 193 hp and 257 km range
- Longer 5-year/150,000 km warranty plus 8-year unlimited-mileage battery cover
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven
- Narrower cabin footprint at 1,855 mm versus 1,923 mm
- EV range is 257 km; the Everest has an 80-litre diesel tank
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 266,388 | RM 226,300✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Single Turbo | — |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 167 hp | — |
| Torque | 405 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 193 hp |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Manganese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | — | 59.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 257 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 10 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 125 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Six-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 3,085 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,455 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Ladderframe | Ladder-frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Springs | De Dion Rear Axle |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid 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, 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 for 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 |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Tip-up base |
| 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 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Middle, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 8-speaker Sound System |
| 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 Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | — |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438 | RM 160✓ |
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 Hilux FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Toyota Hilux better?
The Ford Everest is better as a family SUV because it has seven seats, a powered boot and more cabin width. The Toyota Hilux is better if you want cheaper electric AWD motoring, lower road tax and longer warranty cover.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest costs RM40,088 more than the Toyota Hilux. The gap is RM266,388 versus RM226,300.
Which has the better warranty?
The Toyota Hilux has the stronger cover: 5 years or 150,000 km, plus an 8-year unlimited-mileage battery warranty. The Ford Everest gets 3 years or 100,000 km, with a 2-year/60,000 km extended warranty listed.