Verdict
The Ford Everest is the practical choice for Malaysian families needing seven seats, a 2,900 mm wheelbase and an 80-litre tank. Its 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel makes 500 Nm from 1,750 rpm, far more engine torque than the NX’s 221 Nm, though the Lexus adds two electric motors. The NX is 254 mm shorter and carries only five, yet its 520-litre boot beats the Everest’s 259 litres. It also gets autonomous braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go. Choose the Everest for people capacity; choose the NX for its richer driver-assistance and cabin kit.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, a 500 Nm bi-turbo diesel and the larger 80-litre fuel tank.
Pick the Lexus NX if five seats are enough and you want hybrid assistance, a 520-litre boot and autonomous braking.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888 | Lexus NX RM395,888
- Seating and boot space: Ford Everest 7 seats and 259 litres | Lexus NX 5 seats and 520 litres
- Engine output: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm | Lexus NX 184 hp and 221 Nm
- Length and wheelbase: Ford Everest 4,914 mm and 2,900 mm | Lexus NX 4,660 mm and 2,690 mm
- Kerb weight: Ford Everest 2,201 kg | Lexus NX 1,765 kg
- Road tax: Ford Everest RM438 per year | Lexus NX RM830 per year
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin with 60:40 middle-row and 50:50 third-row folding
- 500 Nm bi-turbo diesel torque from 1,750 rpm
- 80-litre tank and a 17-inch steel spare wheel
- 259-litre boot is 261 litres smaller than the Lexus NX’s
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or adaptive cruise control
- Three-year/100,000 km manufacturer warranty is shorter than the NX’s five-year unlimited-mileage cover
NX
- Two-motor petrol-hybrid system with 133 hp and 208 Nm motor output
- 520-litre boot despite a 254 mm shorter body
- Autonomous braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven
- 55-litre fuel tank is 25 litres smaller than the Everest’s
- Its petrol engine produces 221 Nm, against the Everest diesel’s 500 Nm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888✓ | RM395,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing and hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ | 184 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 221 Nm at 4,300 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 14 |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 133 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 208 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | 8-Speed Direct Shift |
| Gears | 10 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,690 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 1,765 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 520 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Bridgestone Alenza 001 Run-flats |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Dark Grey Metallic with Bright Machined Finish Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee)) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | 3 LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated |
| 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 with Lexus Climate Concierge |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 14" Lexus Premium Audio Touchscreen with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and 10 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with Panoramic View Camera |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Smart Card Key |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
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 NX FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Lexus NX better?
The Everest is better for seven passengers, diesel torque and a larger fuel tank. The NX is better for a larger boot, hybrid assistance and driver-assistance equipment including autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
What is the price difference?
The Lexus NX costs RM114,000 more than the Ford Everest: RM395,888 versus RM281,888. Its annual road tax is also RM392 higher, at RM830 against RM438.
Which has the bigger boot, the Ford Everest or Lexus NX?
The Lexus NX has the bigger boot at 520 litres, versus 259 litres in the Ford Everest. The trade-off is seating: the NX has five seats while the Everest has seven.
