Verdict
For a Malaysian family, the Ford Everest’s seven seats, 2,900-mm wheelbase and RM438 annual road tax make more sense than the five-seat Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class, whose road tax is RM3,211. The Mercedes is in another performance league at 577 hp and 850 Nm, reaching 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, while the Ford makes 207 hp and 500 Nm. Yet the AMG’s 667-litre boot, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera are meaningful daily-use gains. The price gulf is vast, so the Everest is the sensible choice unless AMG pace and equipment are the point.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, a 2,900-mm wheelbase and far lower annual road tax.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class if 577 hp, 850 Nm, a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time and a 667-litre boot matter more than carrying seven people.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM1,948,888.
- Output: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 577 hp and 850 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Ford Everest seven seats and 259 litres; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class five seats and 667 litres.
- Annual road tax: Ford Everest RM438; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class RM3,211.
- Transmission: Ford Everest 10-speed 10R80 SelectShift automatic; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class nine-speed AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic.
- Dimensions: Ford Everest 4,914 mm long and 1,841 mm tall; Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class 4,613 mm long and 1,969 mm tall.
Everest
- Seven seats with a one-touch tumble middle row and 50:50 third row.
- Five-star ANCAP rating.
- Remote-control boot operation and front foglamps.
- No autonomous braking, which the AMG G-Class has.
- No lane-keeping assist, against the AMG G-Class’s steering correction.
- 100,000-km manufacturer warranty limit versus unlimited mileage.
AMG G-Class
- 577 hp, 850 Nm and a 4.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping and adaptive cruise control.
- 12.3-inch MBUX system with Burmester sound, plus a 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven.
- RM3,211 annual road tax versus RM438.
- Manual boot operation versus the Everest’s remote-controlled boot.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888✓ | RM1,948,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM3,211 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 48-Valve DOHC, Twin-Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Mild Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 3,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp at 3,500 rpm | 577 hp at 6,000 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 850 Nm at 2,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | V 8 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 20 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 200 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G-Tronic |
| Gears | 10 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 4.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 240 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,613 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,984 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,969 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,560 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 100 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 667 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 295/40R22 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 295/40R22 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Goodyear Eagle F1 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Austria (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Solid Axle with Coil Springs and Panhard Rod |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 22" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 22" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electro-Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | AMG Active Ride Control suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee)) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| 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 2 Outer Rear 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 | Multibeam LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar and Memory Function for Driver, Heating 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Front Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 4 Rear USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 12.3-inch Touchscreen MBUX Infotainment System with Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB-C and Burmester 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 Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| 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 Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | No | Yes |
| 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 | 4 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
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.
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Everest vs AMG G-Class FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class better?
The Ford Everest is better for seven-seat family use and lower annual road tax. The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class is better for outright performance, a larger 667-litre boot and stronger driver-assistance equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class costs RM1,667,000 more than the Ford Everest.
Which one is better for passengers and luggage?
The Ford Everest is the choice for more passengers with seven seats. The Mercedes-Benz AMG G-Class seats five but has the larger boot, at 667 litres against 259 litres.
