Verdict
At RM281,888, the seven-seat Ford Everest is the rational Malaysian family 4x4: its 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel makes 500 Nm, carries seven and is 301 mm longer than the Mercedes. The RM1.667 million jump to the RM1,948,888 Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class buys a 577 hp, 850 Nm 4.0-litre twin-turbo mild-hybrid powertrain, 4.4-second 0-100 km/h pace and a far larger 667-litre boot, but only five seats. The Everest gives up outright pace, advanced parking assistance and autonomous braking; it also costs RM2,773 less in annual road tax.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, a 500 Nm diesel and a purchase price RM1.667 million lower.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class if five seats are enough and you want 577 hp, 850 Nm and a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM1,948,888.
- Power and torque: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 577 hp and 850 Nm.
- Seats and boot: Ford Everest has 7 seats and 259 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class has 5 seats and 667 litres.
- Length and weight: Ford Everest is 4,914 mm and 2,201 kg; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class is 4,613 mm and 2,560 kg.
- Wheels: Ford Everest uses 18-inch alloys with 255/55R20 tyres; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class uses 22-inch alloys with 295/40R22 tyres.
- Road tax: Ford Everest RM438 per year; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM3,211 per year.
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin with one-touch tumble second row
- 500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel
- Five-star ANCAP rating and seven airbags
- 207 hp and 500 Nm trail the AMG G-Class' 577 hp and 850 Nm
- No autonomous braking, steering lane correction or auto parking
- 259-litre boot is 408 litres smaller
AMG G-Class
- 577 hp, 850 Nm and 4.4-second 0-100 km/h
- 667-litre boot and 100-litre fuel tank
- Autonomous braking, 360-degree camera and auto parking
- RM1.667 million more expensive to buy
- Only five seats against the Everest's seven
- Annual road tax is RM3,211 versus RM438
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888✓ | RM1,948,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM3,211 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp | 577 hp✓ |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 850 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 20 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 200 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 10 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 4.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 240 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,613 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,969 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 100 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 667 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 295/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 295/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Goodyear Eagle F1 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Solid Axle with Coil Springs and Panhard Rod |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AMG Active Ride Control suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| 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 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester Sound 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| 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 | 4 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.
Used Everest & AMG G-Class for sale
Everest vs AMG G-Class FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class better?
The Ford Everest is better for a seven-seat family SUV at RM281,888. The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class is decisively stronger and quicker, with 577 hp, 850 Nm and 4.4-second acceleration, but its RM1,948,888 price and five-seat layout make it a very different purchase.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class costs RM1,667,000 more than the Ford Everest: RM1,948,888 versus RM281,888.
Which has the larger boot?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class has the larger boot at 667 litres, compared with 259 litres for the Ford Everest. The trade-off is seating: the Mercedes has five seats while the Ford has seven.
