Who the Ford Everest is best for
Families who want the most car-like, tech-rich seven-seat 4x4, with strong towing and an easy on-road demeanour.
Ford Everest specs & capability at a glance
| Starting price (SRP) | ₱2,400,000 (~$39,000) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L Bi-Turbo diesel I4 (V6 optional) |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Power | 207 hp (154 kW) — The 2.0 Bi-Turbo makes 207 hp / 500 Nm; the 3.0 V6 lifts it to ~247 hp / 600 Nm. |
| Torque | 500 Nm |
| 4WD system | Selectable/permanent 4WD (2H/4A/4H/4L) with dual-range |
| Low range | Yes |
| Diff locks | Rear diff lock (electronic) |
| Ground clearance | 226 mm |
| Approach / departure / breakover | 30° / 25° / 22° |
| Wading depth | 800 mm |
| Towing (braked) | 3,500 kg |
| Body | Midsize SUV (7-seat) |
| Seats | 7 |
| Sold in | PH, AU, ZA, SEA, global |
Capability figures are the manufacturer’s quoted 4x4 figures for a named trim; power, price and angles vary by trim, market and options. Conversions are approximate at ≈₱61 = US$1 (mid-2026); exchange rates move, so treat the converted figures as ballpark. Figures are for the 2.0 Bi-Turbo 4x4; the V6 changes power and drivetrain. Price is an approximate PH SRP for a 4x4 variant.
Pros
- Best ride, cabin and infotainment in the segment
- 4A permanent-4WD mode (V6) plus a rear locker
- 3,500 kg towing and 800 mm wading depth
Cons
- Pricier than the Fortuner/Montero, especially V6 trims
- Resale trails the Fortuner
- More electronics to maintain long-term
Key off-road features
- Selectable drive modes (Mud/Ruts, Sand, Slippery)
- 12-inch portrait touchscreen; premium cabin
- Electronic rear diff lock; permanent 4WD on V6
- 226 mm clearance, 800 mm wading
Ownership: warranty, servicing and after-sales
What this section is. Documented, checkable ownership facts — warranty terms, published service intervals and costs, recall and court records, parts reality — each cited below. What it is not: a road test. We have not driven this vehicle, and there is no judgement here on how it rides or steers. Warranty and pricing differ by market and change; confirm locally before you buy.
Warranty
5 years / 150,000 km, whichever comes first, on the next-generation Ranger and Everest
Materially longer than the 3-year / 100,000 km terms offered by Toyota, Isuzu and Mitsubishi in the same market — a real point of difference when comparing on ownership rather than specification.
Parts and after-sales
Shares its platform and much of its mechanical package with the Ranger, so parts supply broadly tracks the pickup. Dealer coverage is narrower than Toyota’s locally.
We could not verify Ford PH service interval pricing, nor whether the 5-year term transfers to a subsequent owner. No PH-specific reliability dataset was sourced.
Ownership sources: Ford Philippines — warranty coverage · AutoDeal — next-generation Ranger and Everest 5-year warranty.
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Ford Everest FAQ
Is the Everest better than the Fortuner?
On comfort, technology and towing, yes — the Everest feels a class above inside and rides better. The Fortuner replies with stronger resale and a wider service network. Both are genuinely capable off-road.
Does the Everest have a diff lock?
Yes — 4x4 Everests get an electronic rear differential lock, plus selectable off-road drive modes and (on the V6) a permanent 4WD mode.
Everest 2.0 Bi-Turbo or V6?
The Bi-Turbo is efficient and strong enough for most; the V6 adds effortless overtaking, more towing confidence and permanent 4WD. Choose the V6 if you tow heavy or drive long distances often.
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