Two months after introducing the all-new 2022 Ford Ranger, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) has officially launched the Ford Everest 2022 in Malaysia. And, Ford Everest Price Malaysia here. The third-generation SUV model – a rival to Toyota Fortuner and Isuzu MU-X in the ASEAN region – is being sold here in three variants. Those are 2WD Sport, 4WD Trend and 4WD Titanium.
The new seven-seater launched in March this year measures 4,914mm long, 1,923mm wide and 1,841mm tall, with a 2,900mm long wheelbase. The rails have also been increased by 50mm to help provide a more controllable ride on the tarmac.
Style wise, the front has a mix of horizontal and vertical elements, some familiar details from the Ranger and Raptor. Signals include the C-clamp daytime running lights, first appearing on the Maverick, and the standard Ranger-inspired grille. The rear part is finished in black on the Sport, while the horizontal accents on the Trend and Titanium are chrome plated.
Sport and Trend models have LED headlights with manual adjustment, while Titanium models have matrix LED projector headlights with automatic high beam. The front fog lights are LED, while the rear integrates full-width LED taillights. Seen from the side, strong ribs give the Everest a muscular silhouette, and the wider track further enhances the SUV presence. As for the wheels, the Sport and Titanium have 20-inch alloys (with 255/55 tires), while the Trend has 18-inch units (and 255/65 rubber).
Elsewhere, the new roof rails allow Everest to withstand static loads of up to 350kg and dynamic loads of up to 100kg on the roof, allowing the SUV to carry bikes, canoes, cargo beds or rooftop tents.
For Malaysia, the Everest comes in two engine and transmission options, the mills being the Single-Turbo and Bi-Turbo 2.0 inline four-cylinder diesel as seen on the Ranger. The Sport variant comes with a 2.0 Single-Turbo engine, producing 170 hp at 3,500 rpm and 405 Nm from 1,750 to 2,500 rpm.
Both the Trend and Titanium have a Bi-Turbo unit, for 210bhp at 3,750rpm and 500Nm from 1,750-2,000rpm output. This is paired with the automaker’s SelectShift 10R80 10-speed automatic transmission, which on the Titanium features a new electronic shifter. Both variants also come with a two-speed electronic transmission, also known as part-time 4WD, with an electronically locked rear differential.
In terms of powertrain modes, the Sport offers four modes – Normal, Eco, Tow/Haul and Siippery, while the 4WD variants add two more, namely Mud/Ruts and Sand. As before, Everest’s technical capabilities remain at a high level. It continues to have a towing capacity of up to 800mm and a maximum brake trailer towing capacity of up to 3,500kg.
Inside, the cabin has been completely redone, with Ford saying a lot of thought has gone into the function and space of the interior, taking inspiration from modern homes and introducing upgraded and complete materials. high-end improvements as well as ambient lighting for the cabin. Passengers have also been taken care to make the cabin quieter, making it easier for front row occupants to talk to second and third row passengers.
As standard, the Everest comes with leather seats, ebony interior trim, eight-way power front seats, an eight-inch TFT digital instrument panel, Qi wireless charging, and an electronic parking brake, among others. others. Both Sport and Titanium are equipped with a hands-free electric tailgate.
The SYNC 4A system handles all communication, entertainment and information issues, with the large vertical touchscreen (10.1 inches on Sport and Trend, and 12-inch units on Titanium) handling the tasks. projection service, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Support, and an eight-speaker audio system also incorporated.
As for space, there’s now more room for elbows, legs and shoulders in the front and back. and access to the 50:50 split third row is now easier thanks to the 60:40 second row seats that slide further forward than before. The rear two rows of seats are also designed to fold flat to improve cargo capacity, with Titanium models equipped with engines.
There’s more storage space for occupants, and power outlets in all three rows provide device charging for everyone on board. In terms of active safety, Everest has 7 airbags, ABS, EBD, electronic stability control (ESC) with traction control, emergency brake assist (EBA), hill descent control, departure assist slopes, minimize rollover and adaptive load control.
In terms of driver assistance functions, Sport and Trend are equipped with emergency stop signals, cornering assist, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors and a reversing camera. Titanium adds a host of advanced driver assistance systems, including Blind Spot Information System “BLIS”, Lane Departure Warning (LDW), High Beam Assist and tire pressure monitoring.
There’s also adaptive cruise control with lane-starting, stopping and centering, active parking assist 2.0, rear cross-traffic alert and reverse and emergency brake assist. automatic leveling with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, dynamic brake assist and pre-collision assist.
Seven colors are available for the Everest, and they are Absolute Black, Metallic Aluminum, Arctic White, Copper Equinox, Meteor Grey, Sedona Orange and Lightning Blue, the latter of which are Sport only. Welcome your ideas left below.
