Ford Everest vs Volvo EC40
Verdict
The Ford Everest costs RM17,500 more and is the bigger, seven-seat choice: 4,914 mm long with a 2,900 mm wheelbase, plus a 1,996 cc diesel making 405 Nm. The Volvo EC40 is the smaller five-seater, but it gets 235 hp, a 70.0 kWh battery and 488 km of EV range, with 413 litres of boot space against the Ford’s 259 litres. For Malaysia, this is really family capacity and diesel range versus lower tax, EV running and a longer warranty.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, a larger body and diesel torque from a 1,996 cc engine with 405 Nm.
Pick the Volvo EC40 if you want an electric SUV with 488 km range, 235 hp, a five-year warranty and RM220 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM266,388; Volvo EC40 RM248,888
- Seats: Ford Everest 7; Volvo EC40 5
- Powertrain: Ford Everest 1,996 cc diesel; Volvo EC40 single-motor electric
- Power: Ford Everest 167 hp; Volvo EC40 235 hp
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Volvo EC40 413 litres
- Warranty: Ford Everest 3 years; Volvo EC40 5 years
Everest
- Seven seats instead of five
- 405 Nm diesel torque
- Larger 4,914 mm body and 2,900 mm wheelbase
- Costs RM17,500 more
- Smaller 259-litre boot figure
- Shorter three-year warranty
EC40
- 488 km EV range
- 235 hp and 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds
- Lower RM220 annual road tax
- Five seats only
- Shorter 2,702 mm wheelbase
- No listed torque figure
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 266,388 | RM 248,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| 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 | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 235 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 420 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Cobalt Manganese (NCM) |
| Battery Capacity | — | 70 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 488 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Six-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Volvo |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,873 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,582 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 413 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Continental EcoContact 6 VOL |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladderframe | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Springs | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" 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) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sports Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| EuroNCAP | — | 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 | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1x 12V in front, 2x USB-C front, 2x USB-C rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Middle, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 9" Portrait Android Automotive OS Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto |
| 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 Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | 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 | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438 | RM 220✓ |
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 EC40 FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Volvo EC40 better?
The Ford Everest is better for seven-seat use and diesel torque. The Volvo EC40 is better if you want an EV, stronger 235 hp output, 488 km range, a bigger listed boot and a longer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest costs RM266,388, while the Volvo EC40 costs RM248,888. That makes the Ford RM17,500 more expensive.
Which has more boot space?
The Volvo EC40 has the bigger listed boot at 413 litres. The Ford Everest is listed at 259 litres, but it counters with seven seats against the Volvo’s five.