Both the next-generation Everest Trend and Everest Titanium meanwhile, are powered by the 2.0L Bi-Turbo diesel engine that is mated to Ford’s efficient 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission. This combo delivers 210 PS @ 3,500 rpm and 500 Nm @ 1,750 – 2,000 rpm to the 4-wheel-drive system. The part-time 4×4 electronic shift-on-the-fly (ESOF) system has an e-Locking Rear Differential and 6 selectable drive modes i.e. Normal, Eco, Tow / Haul, Slippery, Mud / Ruts and Sand.
The new Ford design features C-clamp LED daytime running lights (DRL) as a signature look. They are integrated with a full-width horizontal grille bar to give it a strong front styling. The theme continues at the back with integrated full-width LED tail lamps.
The Sport and Trend variants get LED headlamps while the range-topping Titanium features Ford’s latest Matrix LED headlamps with glare-free high beam to provide maximum visibility without dazzling other road users. The Matrix headlamps also offer dynamic and static bending capability and speed-dependent lighting, which can adjust the length of the light beam according to the vehicle’s speed. LED front and rear fog lamps and LED stop lamps come standard across the entire range.
The designers have also increased the angle of the rear glass and pillar as well as the size of the rear window to allow more light into the 3rd row. Further, the next-gen Everest Titanium is equipped with a new dual panel panoramic sunroof and hands-free powered liftgate. The cargo area is designed with a small lip, known as the “apple catcher” valley, to stop items from falling out of the back when the liftgate is opened. There is also an underfloor storage space that helps keep the rear of the Everest organised.
For the interior, the designers have increased the soundproofing for a quieter cabin. The designers also put a lot of thought into the function and feel of the interior, taking inspiration from modern homes and bringing in plush materials, premium finishes and ambient lighting in areas where the occupants can appreciate them the best. The sense of spaciousness is also amplified by the extra elbow, leg and shoulder room, a full-width instrument panel, and easy access to the 3rd row. Ford prioritised flexible seating in the next-gen Everest, with powered folding seats in the Titanium variant. Moreover, the 2nd and 3rd row seats are designed to fold flat for better cargo carrying capability. There are also 10 cup holders located at the centre console, armrest, dash-mounted ‘pop out’ holders and in the rear.
Other conveniences include an electronic parking brake (with an e-Shifter in the Titanium), 3 12V sockets, and premium black leather seats with 8-way power adjustable seats for the driver and front passenger. Additionally, the Titanium has a 230V AC power outlet capable of delivering 400 W (up from 150 W).
For driver assistance features, the Everest Sport and Trend come equipped with emergency stop signal, turn assist, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors and a reverse camera. Meanwhile, the Everest Titanium adds on a range of advanced driver assistance systems including blind spot information system (BLIS), lane departure warning & assist (LDW), high beam assist and a tyre pressure monitoring system.
Other enhanced safety include:
- New: Adaptive cruise control with stop and go and lane centering is able to detect lane markings and help keep the vehicle centred in the lane.
- New: Active Park Assist 2.0 allows next-gen Everest to help drivers into parallel or perpendicular spots with the press of a button. With the aid of ultrasonic sensors, the system takes care of the steering, gearshifts, acceleration and braking to navigate into tight parking spots. It will also help steer the vehicle out of a parallel parking spot.
- New: Evasive steer assist helps drivers avoid potential forward collisions by helping drivers steer with less effort when a collision cannot be avoided by braking alone.
- New: Reverse brake assist helps drivers to reverse into parking spots and other tight spaces by providing audible and visual warnings. It can detect a vehicle crossing or a cyclist or pedestrian behind the vehicle too. The system can even bring the Everest to a complete stop if the driver doesn’t react in time.
- New: Rear cross-traffic alert warns of traffic approaching from the sides when the vehicle is in reverse, which helps when backing out of a driveway or parking spot.
- Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, dynamic brake support and pre-collision assist. Besides preventing or reducing the severity of a collision with a vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist directly in front of the vehicle, the pre-collision assist has been enhanced to provide emergency braking support at an intersection.
The Ford Everest has retail pricing of:
- Everest Sport – from RM263,888
- Everest Trend – from RM281,888
- Everest Titanium – from RM308,888
Prices are on-the-road, without insurance for Peninsular Malaysia.
Exterior colour choices include Absolute Black, Aluminium Metallic, Arctic White, Equinox Bronze, Lightning lue, Meteor Grey and Sedona Orange.
The Ford Everest is covered by a 3-year manufacturer’s warranty (or up to 100,000 km, whichever comes first) and a further 2-year extended warranty (or 60,000 km, whichever comes first).
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