Verdict
The Ford Everest 4x4 Wildtrak is the clear buy at RM338,888. It costs RM10,000 less yet brings the 207 hp/500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel, against the Platinum 2.0L’s 168 hp/405 Nm single-turbo unit, plus autonomous braking, a 360-degree camera and auto parking. The Platinum’s 12-inch touchscreen, stop-and-go adaptive cruise control with lane centering, and powered tailgate are useful, but they do not outweigh the Wildtrak’s substantial 39 hp and 95 Nm advantage for most Malaysian buyers.
Pick the Ford Everest 4x4 Wildtrak if you want more power and torque, autonomous braking, a 360-degree camera and auto parking for RM10,000 less.
Pick the Ford Everest 4x4 Platinum 2.0L if the 12-inch portrait touchscreen, lane-centering adaptive cruise control and powered boot matter more than stronger performance.
Key differences
- Price: Wildtrak RM338,888; Platinum 2.0L RM348,888.
- Output: Wildtrak 207 hp and 500 Nm; Platinum 2.0L 168 hp and 405 Nm.
- Turbocharging: Wildtrak 2.0-litre bi-turbo; Platinum 2.0L 2.0-litre single-turbo.
- Driver assistance: Wildtrak has autonomous braking and auto parking; Platinum 2.0L has neither but adds steering correction.
- Infotainment: Wildtrak has a 10.1-inch SYNC4A system; Platinum 2.0L has a 12-inch portrait SYNC 4A touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Parking view: Wildtrak has a 360-degree view monitor and two front sensors; Platinum 2.0L has a reverse camera and four front sensors.
4x4 Wildtrak
- 207 hp and 500 Nm bi-turbo diesel
- Autonomous braking, 360-degree camera and auto parking
- RM10,000 lower price
- Smaller 10.1-inch screen versus the Platinum 2.0L’s 12-inch display
- Adaptive cruise control lacks the Platinum 2.0L’s stop-and-go and lane-centering functions
- No powered boot operation
4x4 Platinum 2.0L
- 12-inch portrait touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and lane centering
- Powered boot and four front parking sensors
- RM10,000 more expensive
- Lower 168 hp and 405 Nm output
- No autonomous braking, 360-degree camera or auto parking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM338,888✓ | RM348,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with bi-turbo | Inline-four with Single Turbo |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp✓ | 168 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm✓ | 405 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 84.01 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 15.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | Six-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 10 | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Ford |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,914 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,923 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,841 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,201 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 259 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | 17" Steel Wheel |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Goodyear Wrangler |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 7 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projectors | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling |
| 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-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Roof-mounted AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2x Front, 2x Middle, 2x Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 12" Portrait SYNC 4A Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 Speakers |
| 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Lane Centering |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | No |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | 60,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 3 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 2 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM438 |
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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4x4 Wildtrak vs 4x4 Platinum 2.0L FAQ
Is the Ford Everest 4x4 Wildtrak or Ford Everest 4x4 Platinum 2.0L better?
The Wildtrak is better for most buyers. It is cheaper, produces 207 hp and 500 Nm, and gets autonomous braking, a 360-degree camera and auto parking. The Platinum 2.0L is the choice only if its larger screen, lane-centering cruise control and powered boot take priority.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest 4x4 Platinum 2.0L costs RM10,000 more than the Ford Everest 4x4 Wildtrak: RM348,888 versus RM338,888.
Which Everest has the stronger diesel engine?
The Wildtrak does. Its 1,996 cc bi-turbo diesel makes 207 hp and 500 Nm, while the Platinum 2.0L’s 1,996 cc single-turbo diesel produces 168 hp and 405 Nm. That is a 39 hp and 95 Nm advantage.