Ford Everest vs Volvo XC90
Verdict
The Ford Everest is the cheaper, more utilitarian seven-seat SUV at RM266,388, with diesel power, 405 Nm and an 80-litre tank. The Volvo XC90 costs RM418,888, but answers with 249 hp, all-wheel drive, a 451-litre boot, AEB and a 5-year warranty. For a Malaysian family buyer, the RM152,500 gap mainly buys more performance, safety kit on paper, luggage room and warranty cover, not extra seats. The Everest keeps the stronger torque figure and the lower entry price.
Pick the Ford Everest if you want seven seats, diesel torque and a much lower purchase price, and can live without the XC90’s listed AEB, AWD and bigger boot.
Pick the Volvo XC90 if you want the quicker, more executive seven-seat SUV with AWD, AEB, more boot space and a longer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM266,388; Volvo XC90 RM418,888
- Power: Ford Everest 167 hp; Volvo XC90 249 hp
- Torque: Ford Everest 405 Nm; Volvo XC90 350 Nm
- Driven wheels: Ford Everest rear-wheel drive; Volvo XC90 all-wheel drive
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 L; Volvo XC90 451 L
- Warranty: Ford Everest 3 years; Volvo XC90 5 years
Everest
- RM152,500 lower purchase price
- 405 Nm beats the XC90’s 350 Nm
- 80-litre fuel tank versus 71 litres
- 167 hp trails the XC90’s 249 hp
- 259-litre boot is much smaller
- No AEB listed
XC90
- 249 hp and 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds
- All-wheel drive instead of rear-wheel drive
- 451-litre boot and 5-year warranty
- RM152,500 pricier than the Everest
- 350 Nm trails the Everest’s 405 Nm
- 71-litre fuel tank versus 80 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 266,388✓ | RM 418,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Single Turbo | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 167 hp | 249 hp✓ |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 350 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 82 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 10.3 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 14 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 40 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Six-speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission with Geartronic |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Volvo |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,950 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,958 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,776 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,984 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,350 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 451 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 275/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 275/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladderframe | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Springs | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" 5-spoke Black Diamond Cut Black Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Ventilated 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 | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats, with Integrated Boosters |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, with Full Auto Brake, Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | Dynamic LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | Second row 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated booster child seat for the outer seats, Third Row 50:50 |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Middle, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Manual Rear Door Window Shades, Powered Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360 Surround View 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 |
| 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438 | RM 428✓ |
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 XC90 FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Volvo XC90 better?
The Volvo XC90 is stronger on paper for performance, boot space, safety and warranty, with 249 hp, 451 litres, AEB and 5 years of cover. The Ford Everest is the better buy if price and torque matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo XC90 costs RM152,500 more than the Ford Everest. The Everest is priced at RM266,388, while the XC90 is RM418,888.
Which has more boot space?
The Volvo XC90 has the larger boot at 451 litres. The Ford Everest has 259 litres, so the Volvo gives you 192 litres more luggage space with all seven-seat SUV practicality in view.