Verdict
These SUVs serve very different Malaysian households. The Ford Everest brings seven seats, a 2,900 mm wheelbase and 500 Nm from its 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel, so it is the one for carrying more people and taking a full load. The Volvo XC40 is 489 mm shorter, yet its five-seat layout leaves 460 litres of boot space against the Ford’s 259 litres. Its 263 hp petrol hybrid powertrain, 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time and City Safety autonomous braking make it the sharper choice for urban use, but it cannot match the Everest’s seating capacity or torque.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, 500 Nm of diesel torque and a larger 80-litre fuel tank.
Pick the Volvo XC40 if you prioritise a RM13,000 lower price, stronger 263 hp performance and active safety including autonomous braking.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Volvo XC40 RM268,888.
- Seating: Ford Everest 7 seats; Volvo XC40 5 seats.
- Power and torque: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm; Volvo XC40 263 hp and 390 Nm.
- Size: Ford Everest 4,914 mm long and 2,900 mm wheelbase; Volvo XC40 4,425 mm and 2,702 mm.
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Volvo XC40 460 litres.
- Warranty: Ford Everest 3 years/100,000 km; Volvo XC40 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin with third-row 50:50 folding seats.
- 500 Nm bi-turbo diesel torque.
- 80-litre fuel tank and 2,900 mm wheelbase.
- 207 hp trails the XC40’s 263 hp.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist, unlike the XC40.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than five years with unlimited mileage.
XC40
- 263 hp, 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time and active cruise control.
- City Safety autonomous braking with pedestrian, cyclist and large-animal detection.
- 460-litre boot and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven.
- 390 Nm is 110 Nm down on the Everest.
- 49-litre fuel tank is 31 litres smaller than the Everest’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888 | RM268,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM428✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp | 263 hp✓ |
| Torque | 500 Nm✓ | 390 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | Geartronic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | 10 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.4 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 50 g/km |
| 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 | 1,875 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 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" 5-Y Spoke Matt Graphite Diamond Cut Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Sport Chassis |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | 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 | Power safety lock for rear door |
| 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, 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 | LED Reflectors |
| 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 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 |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 9" Portrait Android Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and 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 Push button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 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 |
| 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 hybrid battery warranty |
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.
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Everest vs XC40 FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Volvo XC40 better?
The Everest is better for seven occupants and diesel pulling torque, with 500 Nm and seven seats. The XC40 is better for urban performance and driver assistance, with 263 hp, a 6.4-second 0-100 km/h time, autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest costs RM281,888 and the Volvo XC40 costs RM268,888, so the Everest is RM13,000 more expensive.
Which has the stronger safety equipment?
Both have seven airbags, blind-spot information and five-star ANCAP ratings. The XC40 adds City Safety autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction, active cruise control and auto parking; the Everest has collision warning but lacks those systems.