Verdict
At RM281,888, the seven-seat Ford Everest costs RM2,888 more than the RM279,000 five-seat Subaru Outback. That small gap buys a 207 hp, 500 Nm 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel, 10-speed automatic and an 80-litre tank, against the Subaru’s 185 hp, 245 Nm 2.5-litre petrol boxer, CVT and 63 litres. The Everest is the family-hauler choice, with 2,900 mm between its axles and a third row. But the Outback brings a far larger 522-litre boot, adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and lower 1,756 kg weight; its RM878 annual road tax is RM440 higher.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats and want 500 Nm of diesel torque with a 10-speed automatic.
Pick the Subaru Outback if five seats suffice and you want a 522-litre boot, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Subaru Outback RM279,000.
- Power and torque: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm; Subaru Outback 185 hp and 245 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Ford Everest seven seats and 259 litres; Subaru Outback five seats and 522 litres.
- Dimensions: Ford Everest is 4,914 mm long with a 2,900 mm wheelbase; Subaru Outback is 4,870 mm long with a 2,745 mm wheelbase.
- Weight and fuel tank: Ford Everest 2,201 kg and 80 litres; Subaru Outback 1,756 kg and 63 litres.
- Annual road tax: Ford Everest RM438; Subaru Outback RM878.
Everest
- Seven seats and 2,900 mm wheelbase
- 500 Nm bi-turbo diesel torque
- 80-litre fuel tank and 10-speed automatic
- 259-litre boot trails the Outback’s 522 litres
- No autonomous braking, steering correction or adaptive cruise control
- Heavier at 2,201 kg versus 1,756 kg
Outback
- 522-litre boot
- Autonomous braking, steering correction and adaptive cruise control
- Five-year, 100,000 km warranty
- Five seats versus the Everest’s seven
- 245 Nm is well below the Everest’s 500 Nm
- RM878 annual road tax is RM440 higher
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888 | RM279,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Wagon |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM878 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | Direct Fuel Injection, Horizontally Opposed, 4-Cylinder, DOHC 16-Valve, Boxer Engine |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp✓ | 185 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm✓ | 245 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 12 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | Lineartronic CVT |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Subaru |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 206 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,682 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 1,756 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 522 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 225.60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Bridgestone Alenza H/L33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee) | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available for Two Rear Passenger 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 | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passenger |
| 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 | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 11-speaker Harman Kardon 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 and PIN Code Access |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 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.
Used Everest & Outback for sale
Everest vs Outback FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Subaru Outback better?
The Everest is better for carrying seven people and for its 500 Nm diesel output. The Outback is better equipped for driver assistance, has a 522-litre boot and carries a five-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest is RM2,888 more expensive: RM281,888 versus RM279,000 for the Subaru Outback.
Which has the bigger boot, the Ford Everest or Subaru Outback?
The Subaru Outback has the bigger quoted boot at 522 litres, compared with 259 litres for the Ford Everest. The Everest counters with seven seats, while the Outback has five.
