New Ford Everest finally launched, starts at RM199K

By CARSIFU | 9 May 2016


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PETALING JAYA: The all-new Ford Everest made its official debut today albeit on a low-key note.

Distributor Sime Darby Auto Connexion issued a press release to announce its launch, saying the SUV is available in both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive diesel variants. It was previewed at the 1Utama shopping centre here last month.

For heavy-duty towing which requires maximum power and torque, Ford is offering the latest generation four-wheel drive 3.2-litre Duratorq five-cylinder TDCi diesel engine with 197hp and 470Nm of torque, giving it more power and more torque than any other SUV in its class. This variant is priced at RM258,888.

For a mix of high fuel economy and performance, the two-wheel drive 2.2-litre Duratorq four-cylinder TDCi diesel, puts out 158hp and 385Nm of torque. This is the more affordable Everest, coming in at RM198,888.



The 7-seater Everest boasts segment-leading safety features, including seven airbags, and was recently awarded a maximum 5-star safety rating by the Asean New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

A host of convenient features have been designed with the driver in mind, and for families on the move. As well as handy rain sensing wipers, the all-new Everest also features an eight-way power driver seat and is the only SUV in its class to offer a 230-volt power socket that can be used to power a laptop computer or any other device during a family road trip.

The latest Everest was designed from the ground up with the durability to take on the most inhospitable environments. It has a true body-on-frame design, assuring the torsional strength required for challenging terrains.

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The Everest provides 225mm of ground clearance between the driver and the road so it rides high, no matter what’s in the way. These features are complemented by a class-leading 800mm water wading capability, an active transfer case with Torque on Demand, and aggressive approach and departure angles.

The Everest is also equipped with Ford’s Terrain Management System, which gives drivers four pre-set modes – Normal, Snow/Mud/Grass, Sand and Rock– that alter the vehicle’s throttle response, transmission, intelligent four-wheel drive system and traction control to help drivers confidently tackle any situation. For extreme off-road environments, drivers can manually lock the transfer case in low-range four-wheel drive mode for increased control.

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These off-road credentials are paired with a new level of ride quality and dynamic handling beyond what consumers have come to expect in a rugged SUV. Thanks to its coil spring front and rear suspension and a Watt’s linkage on the rear axle, the new Everest promises a comfortable, stable ride with agile and predictable handling in urban environments.

Steering is electric power-assisted. This gives the Everest light handling at slow speeds, such as when parking, and firmer, more precise steering when moving at higher speeds.

A robust front end with signature LED daytime running lights and wide stance gives the new Everest a presence on the road.

Inside, the premium SUV offers the highest level of comfort with luxurious leather upholstery. In addition, more than 30 stowage spaces, multiple power outlets and flexible seating and cargo arrangements, as well as the first SUV in its class in Malaysia to offer power-fold third-row seating, helping the vehicle to achieve a balance between passenger demands, comfort and packing efficiency.

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The Everest is also big on safety. The vehicle’s cage is built using high-strength materials like boron steel, while up to seven airbags provide a network of protection for the driver and passengers in the front and back. There is even an airbag for the driver’s knee.

Ford’s in-car connectivity solution, SYNC 2, lets drivers use natural voice commands to control the car’s entertainment system, climate controls and connected mobile devices.

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Another first-in-segment for the all-new Everest is Ford’s exclusive MyKey system, which allows the programming of various features, such as setting the maximum speed limit, a seatbelt reminder and the maximum volume of the audio system.

Other key technologies and smart features that come standard in the all-new Everest include Electronic Stability Control (ESC); Hill Launch Assist; Emergency Brake Assist; Emergency Brake Light; Trailer Sway Control; and Roll Stability Control.

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