Verdict
The RM46,912 gap is substantial, and the Ford Everest answers it with 500 Nm from its 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel, a 259-litre boot and a 2,900-mm wheelbase. The GWM Tank 500 counters with a 241-hp 2.0-litre petrol engine, a 105-hp electric motor, autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping and far more cabin kit. Its 98-litre boot is the catch. For seven-seat practicality and torque, the Everest is the more rational Malaysian buy; the Tank 500 suits buyers who will use its ventilated massage seats, 360-degree camera and six-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the Ford Everest if you want 500 Nm of diesel torque, a 259-litre boot and a RM46,912 lower entry price.
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you prioritise autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and a six-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; GWM Tank 500 RM328,800.
- Powertrain: Everest has a 1,996-cc bi-turbo diesel rated at 207 hp; Tank 500 has a 1,998-cc petrol hybrid with a 241-hp engine and 105-hp motor.
- Torque: Everest 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm; Tank 500 petrol engine 380 Nm at 1,700 rpm, with its motor rated at 268 Nm.
- Boot space: Everest 259 litres; Tank 500 98 litres.
- Driver assistance: Everest has collision warning and no lane-keeping assist; Tank 500 has autonomous braking and steering-correction lane keeping.
- Warranty: Everest has three years/100,000 km plus a two-year/60,000-km extension; Tank 500 has six years with unlimited mileage and an eight-year/200,000-km…
Everest
- RM46,912 cheaper
- 500 Nm bi-turbo diesel torque
- 259-litre boot and 2,900-mm wheelbase
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
- No adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera or head-up display
- Three-year/100,000-km standard warranty is shorter than six years unlimited mileage
Tank 500
- Autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control
- Ventilated massage front seats, panoramic glass roof and 360-degree camera
- Six-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty
- RM46,912 more expensive
- 98-litre boot versus the Everest's 259 litres
- 380 Nm petrol-engine torque versus the Everest's 500 Nm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888✓ | RM328,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp at 3,500 rpm | 241 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 380 Nm at 1,700 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 105 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 268 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 1.75 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | 10 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 5,070 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,934 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres✓ | 98 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 265/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 265/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Continental CrossContact RX |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" 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)) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | Projector LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity 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 |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage Battery Warranty |
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.
Used Everest & Tank 500 for sale
Everest vs Tank 500 FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or GWM Tank 500 better?
The Everest is better for a lower purchase price, 500 Nm diesel torque and substantially more boot space. The Tank 500 is better equipped for driver assistance and cabin comfort, adding autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and ventilated massage seats.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Tank 500 costs RM46,912 more than the Ford Everest. Its extra spend brings autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, panoramic glass roof and a longer unlimited-mileage warranty.
Which has the larger boot?
The Ford Everest has the larger boot at 259 litres, compared with 98 litres in the GWM Tank 500. That 161-litre advantage matters if the third row is in use and you regularly carry luggage.
