The Everest, Ford’s sole SUV for the ASEAN market, is currently in its third generation. Expanding the line-up in 2026 is the new version with a 3-litre V6 turbodiesel engine and 3-row seating capacity for 7 persons. This Platinum version takes it place as the flagship of the model range.
| Date launched | June 5, 2026 |
| Make & model | Ford Everest |
| Variant | Platinum 3.0L |
| Bodystyle | SUV |
| Price at launch | RM430,888 |
| Origin | Thailand |
| Distributor | Sime Darby Auto ConneXion Sdn Bhd |
| Length/width/height | 4914 mm x 1923 mm x 1876 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm |
| Ground clearance | 226 mm |
| Turning radius | 5.9 metres |
| Kerb weight (kgs) | 2,455 kgs |
| Seating capacity | 7 (3 rows) |
| Powertrain | V6 turbodiesel |
| Displacement | 2993 cc |
| Driving wheels | Full-time 4×4 |
| Max output | 250 ps |
| Max torque (Nm) | 600 Nm |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic transmission |
| Fuel consumption | N/A |
| Fuel tank capacity | 80 litres |
| Range | N/A |
| 0 – 100 km/h | N/A |
| Top speed | N/A |
| Construction | Body on ladder frame |
| Suspension | F: Double wishbones R: Live axle, Watts linkage |
| Brakes | Ventilated discs/ventilated discs |
| Steering system | Rack and pinion, electric assist |
| Wheel size | F & R: 21 inches |
| Tyre size | F & R: 275/45R21 |
| Airbags | 7 |
| ADAS sensors | Camera + radar |
| NCAP rating | 5-star (ANCAP) | 5-star (ASEAN NCAP) |
| Malaysia Car Of The Year Judge Comments – Chips Yap | The Everest, Ford’s sole SUV for the ASEAN market, is currently in its third generation. Expanding the line-up in 2026 is the new version with a 3-litre V6 turbodiesel engine and 3-row seating capacity for 7 persons. This Platinum version takes it place as the flagship of the model range. |
| Link to brochure | https://asset.xtopia.io/clients/asset_DEA018E2-F866-475F-A215-AF7863EB8289/contentms/img/brochure/RSF_Everest-Brochure-(2).pdf |