Verdict
At RM281,888, the seven-seat Ford Everest costs RM677,000 less than the RM958,888 Mercedes-Benz G-Class, yet both are all-wheel-drive SUVs with seven airbags. The Ford’s 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel makes 207 hp and 500 Nm, paired with a 10-speed automatic and an 80-litre tank; it is the practical family choice with three rows. The electric G-Class is vastly quicker on paper, with four motors producing 579 hp and 1,164 Nm for 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, plus 473 km range. Its 667-litre boot, richer cabin and driver assistance justify its luxury remit, not its price gap for most Malaysian buyers.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a far lower RM281,888 entry price.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz G-Class if four-motor performance, 473 km EV range, a 667-litre boot and a more fully equipped five-seat cabin matter more than cost.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM958,888.
- Powertrain output: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 579 hp and 1,164 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Ford Everest seven seats and 259 litres; Mercedes-Benz G-Class five seats and 667 litres.
- Length and weight: Ford Everest 4,914 mm and 2,201 kg; Mercedes-Benz G-Class 4,613 mm and 3,085 kg.
- Road tax: Ford Everest RM438 per year; Mercedes-Benz G-Class RM1,340 per year.
- Warranty: Ford Everest three years/100,000 km; Mercedes-Benz G-Class four years with unlimited mileage.
Everest
- Seven seats with a one-touch tumble middle row.
- RM677,000 cheaper to buy.
- 80-litre diesel tank and a 17-inch steel spare wheel.
- Only 259 litres of boot space, against the G-Class’ 667 litres.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist, while the G-Class gets both.
- Its 207 hp and 500 Nm trail the G-Class’ 579 hp and 1,164 Nm.
G-Class
- 579 hp, 1,164 Nm and a 4.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 116 kWh battery, 473 km range and up to 200 kW DC charging.
- Autonomous braking, steering correction and a 360-degree camera.
- RM958,888 costs RM677,000 more than the Everest.
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven.
- No spare wheel; it uses a tyre repair kit.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888✓ | RM958,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM1,340 |
| 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 | — | 4 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 579 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 1,164 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 116 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 473 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Two-speed Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | — |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 4.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 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 | 3,085 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 667 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 275/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 275/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Falken Azenis FK520 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | De Dion Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" AMG 10-spoke Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Turn Capabilities, Virtual Locking Differentials |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee)) | 7 (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 for 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 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 | 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 | — |
| 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 | — |
| 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.
Used Everest & G-Class for sale
Everest vs G-Class FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Mercedes-Benz G-Class better?
The Ford Everest is the better fit for seven-seat family transport and cost control. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class is better for EV performance, a 667-litre boot, advanced driver assistance and a more feature-rich cabin.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class costs RM677,000 more than the Ford Everest: RM958,888 versus RM281,888.
Can the Mercedes-Benz G-Class handle longer-distance EV travel?
It has a 116 kWh battery, a stated 473 km range, 11 kW AC charging and up to 200 kW DC charging. That gives it much stronger charging capability than an EV limited to AC charging, but route planning remains necessary.
