Verdict
The Ford Everest costs RM281,888 to the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV’s RM398,888, so the RM117,000 gap is substantial. Ford answers with seven seats, all-wheel drive and a 500 Nm bi-turbo diesel, while the EQE SUV is the faster, more technically equipped choice: its 288 hp, 565 Nm motor reaches 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and its 90.6 kWh battery is rated for 596 km. For Malaysian families needing two extra seats, the Everest is the practical call; for five occupants with charging access, the EQE SUV brings stronger performance, a 520-litre boot and far more driver assistance.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and want to keep RM117,000 in hand.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV if five seats are enough and you want 596 km EV range, 4.9-second acceleration and a richer assistance suite.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV RM398,888.
- Seating: Ford Everest 7 seats; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 5 seats.
- Powertrain: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 288 hp and 565 Nm electric motor.
- Driveline: Ford Everest all-wheel drive; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV rear-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 520 litres.
- Wheelbase: Ford Everest 2,900 mm; Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV 3,030 mm.
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin with a 60:40 middle row and 50:50 third row.
- All-wheel drive and 500 Nm from 1,750 rpm.
- RM117,000 lower purchase price.
- 259-litre boot is 261 litres smaller than the EQE SUV’s.
- Seven airbags versus the EQE SUV’s nine.
- Passive cruise control and no lane-keeping assist or autonomous braking.
EQE SUV
- 288 hp, 565 Nm motor and 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds.
- 90.6 kWh battery, 596 km range and up to 170 kW DC charging.
- Adaptive cruise control, steering correction, PRE-SAFE Brake and auto parking.
- RM117,000 more expensive than the Ford Everest.
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven.
- Rear-wheel drive versus the Everest’s all-wheel drive.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888✓ | RM398,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 207 hp at 3,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 565 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 90.6 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 596 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 170 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | — |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 4.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,863 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,940 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,685 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 3,030 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 520 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | United States (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee)) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | LED Projector with Adaptive 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 | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Active Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 12.8" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| 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 | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| 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 | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10-year/250,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 EQE SUV FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV better?
The EQE SUV is better for five-seat EV performance, 596 km claimed range and driver assistance. The Everest is better if seven seats and all-wheel drive matter more than acceleration, charging and a larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV costs RM117,000 more than the Ford Everest: RM398,888 versus RM281,888.
Which has the better warranty coverage?
The EQE SUV has a four-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty and a 10-year/250,000 km battery warranty. The Everest has a three-year/100,000 km manufacturer warranty, plus a two-year/60,000 km extended warranty.
