Verdict
The RM55,588 dearer Ford Everest is the seven-seat diesel SUV choice, pairing 207 hp and 500 Nm with an 80-litre tank, 10-speed automatic and 2,900 mm wheelbase. The Toyota Hilux is a five-seat electric pickup with two motors, 193 hp, 473 Nm and a 59.2-kWh battery rated for 257 km. For a Malaysian buyer needing three rows, the Everest’s 259-litre boot and tumble-folding last row matter. But the Hilux costs less, has pre-collision braking, steering lane correction and a five-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, diesel refuelling and 500 Nm from a 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel.
Pick the Toyota Hilux if you want an electric pickup for RM55,588 less, plus 257 km of claimed range and DC charging at up to 125 kW.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Toyota Hilux RM226,300.
- Seating: Ford Everest 7 seats; Toyota Hilux 5 seats.
- Powertrain: Ford Everest 207 hp/500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel; Toyota Hilux dual motors with 193 hp/473 Nm.
- Energy storage: Ford Everest 80-litre fuel tank; Toyota Hilux 59.2-kWh battery with 257 km range.
- Safety assistance: Ford Everest has no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; Toyota Hilux has pre-collision braking and steering correction.
- Warranty: Ford Everest 3 years/100,000 km; Toyota Hilux 5 years/150,000 km, plus an 8-year unlimited-mileage battery warranty.
Everest
- Seven seats with a 259-litre boot
- 207 hp and 500 Nm diesel with a 10-speed automatic
- Power-adjustable front seats and roof-mounted rear AC vents
- RM55,588 more expensive
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
- Three-year/100,000-km warranty trails the Hilux’s five-year/150,000-km cover
Hilux
- RM55,588 lower purchase price
- Dual-motor electric drive with 125-kW DC charging
- Pre-collision braking, steering lane correction and 360-degree camera
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven
- 257 km EV range requires charging access
- 2,455 kg is 254 kg heavier than the Everest
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888 | RM226,300✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM160✓ |
| 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 | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 193 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 473 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 59.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 257 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 10 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 125 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | — |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 3,085 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,455 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | De Dion Rear Axle |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Aero 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 Side, Driver's Knee, 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 for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | LED Projector |
| 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 Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Tip-up base |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 8-speaker 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery |
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 Hilux FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Toyota Hilux better?
The Everest is better for seven occupants and diesel touring, with 500 Nm, an 80-litre tank and three rows. The Hilux is better if an electric pickup, RM55,588 saving, pre-collision braking and a longer vehicle warranty suit your use.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest costs RM281,888 and the Toyota Hilux costs RM226,300, so the Everest is RM55,588 more expensive.
How quickly can the Toyota Hilux charge?
The Toyota Hilux supports AC charging at up to 10 kW and DC charging at up to 125 kW. Its 59.2-kWh battery is rated for 257 km of EV range.
