Ford Everest vs Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric
Verdict
At RM266,388 versus RM278,888, the Volvo costs RM12,500 more, but it changes the brief completely. The Everest is the big, ladder-frame seven-seater: 4,914 mm long, 2,900 mm wheelbase, 80-litre diesel tank and a 17-inch steel spare. The XC40 Recharge Electric is quicker and more tech-led, with two motors, AWD, 402 hp, 660 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. For a Malaysian buyer, this is less about SUV versus SUV and more about seven-seat diesel touring against five-seat electric pace.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, a larger body and diesel range for longer outstation runs.
Pick the Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric if you want AWD electric performance, stronger driver assistance and a five-year/unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM266,388; Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric RM278,888
- Powertrain output: Ford Everest 167 hp/405 Nm; Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric 402 hp/660 Nm
- Seating: Ford Everest 7 seats; Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric 5 seats
- Size: Ford Everest 4,914 mm long/2,900 mm wheelbase; Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric 4,425 mm long/2,702 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric 460 litres
- Warranty: Ford Everest 3 years/100,000 km; Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric 5 years/unlimited mileage plus 8-year/160,000 km traction battery warranty
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin with 60:40 middle row and 50:50 last row
- Bigger footprint and ladder-frame chassis
- 80-litre diesel tank and 17-inch steel spare wheel
- Much lower output: 167 hp and 405 Nm versus 402 hp and 660 Nm
- RWD only, while the Volvo has AWD
- No lane-keeping assist or autonomous braking system listed
XC40 Recharge Electric
- Very quick for this pairing: 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds
- Dual-motor AWD with 78.0 kWh battery and 418 km EV range
- City Safety full auto brake, steering correction and active cruise control
- Five seats only, against the Ford's seven
- Shorter body and wheelbase: 4,425 mm/2,702 mm versus 4,914 mm/2,900 mm
- No spare tyre listed, while the Ford gets a 17-inch steel spare
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 266,388✓ | RM 278,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Single Turbo | Dual electric permanent magnet synchron front and rear motors |
| 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 | — | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 660 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 78.0 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 418 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11.0 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS2 |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150.0 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 | — | 4.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,863 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,658 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,702 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 49 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 460 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Pirelli P Zero Elect |
| 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" 5-double-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 19" 5-double-spoke 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 | Power Safety Lock 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, City Safety with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian, Cyclist and Large Animal Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED With Bulb Brake Lamps |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 2 Front, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Middle, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 9" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Android Automotive Operating System and 14-speaker, 600-watt Harman Kardon 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 | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | No | Yes |
| 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 | — | Qi Wireless Charger |
| 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 Traction Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438✓ | RM 545 |
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 XC40 Recharge Electric FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric better?
The Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric is better for performance, safety tech and warranty. The Ford Everest is better if you need seven seats, a larger ladder-frame SUV and diesel touring range.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric costs RM12,500 more than the Ford Everest, at RM278,888 versus RM266,388.
Which one is quicker?
The Volvo XC40 Recharge Electric is the quicker car, with 402 hp, 660 Nm and a 0-100 km/h time of 4.9 seconds. No 0-100 km/h figure is listed for the Ford Everest, which has 167 hp and 405 Nm.