Verdict
These SUVs serve very different Malaysian households. The RM281,888 Everest costs RM43,000 more than the RM238,888 LBX, but brings seven seats, all-wheel drive and a 207 hp/500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel. Its 2,900 mm wheelbase is 320 mm longer, though its 259-litre boot is 56 litres smaller. The LBX is 724 mm shorter, has eight airbags, autonomous braking and steering correction, while annual road tax is RM120 against RM438. Choose capacity and towing-style torque with the Ford; choose lower running tax and safety assistance with the Lexus.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and 500 Nm from a 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel.
Pick the Lexus LBX if five seats are enough and you want to save RM43,000 upfront plus RM318 a year in road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Lexus LBX RM238,888.
- Road tax per year: Ford Everest RM438; Lexus LBX RM120.
- Seating: Ford Everest 7 seats; Lexus LBX 5 seats.
- Length: Ford Everest 4,914 mm; Lexus LBX 4,190 mm.
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Lexus LBX 315 litres.
- Driveline: Ford Everest all-wheel drive; Lexus LBX front-wheel drive.
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin with a split-folding third row.
- 207 hp and 500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel.
- All-wheel drive and an 80-litre fuel tank.
- Costs RM43,000 more and annual road tax is RM318 higher.
- 259-litre boot is 56 litres smaller.
- Has seven airbags, but lacks autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
LBX
- RM43,000 lower purchase price and RM120 annual road tax.
- Eight airbags, autonomous braking and steering correction.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty; hybrid battery cover runs for eight years with unlimited mileage.
- Five seats versus the Everest's seven.
- Front-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive.
- 36-litre fuel tank versus 80 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888 | RM238,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 12-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated, Atkinson cycle with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,490 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ | 90 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 120 Nm at 3,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | 80.5 mm × 97.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 14 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 93 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 185 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | E-CVT |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,190 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,825 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,580 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 36 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 315 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Dunlop Enasave ECC300+ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Torsion beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 17" 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)) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Cushion Bag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with nanoe Ioniser |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 4 USB-C Ports, 2 12V sockets |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 9.8" Multimedia Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6-speaker 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year, unlimited mileage warranty on hybrid battery |
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 & LBX for sale
Everest vs LBX FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Lexus LBX better?
The Everest is better for buyers needing seven seats, all-wheel drive and 500 Nm. The LBX is the better choice for a five-seat household focused on a RM43,000 lower entry price, lower road tax and autonomous braking.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest costs RM281,888 and the Lexus LBX costs RM238,888, so the Everest is RM43,000 more expensive.
Which has the stronger safety equipment?
The Lexus LBX has eight airbags, autonomous braking, steering correction and active cruise control. The Everest has seven airbags and collision warning, but no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
