Verdict
The Ford Everest costs RM281,888, RM47,000 below the Volvo XC60’s RM328,888, and brings seven seats, 500 Nm of diesel torque and an 80-litre tank for buyers carrying people or heading beyond smooth tarmac. Its 2,900 mm wheelbase also exceeds the Volvo’s 2,865 mm. The XC60 is the quicker, more richly equipped road SUV: 246 hp, a claimed 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time, autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty. But its five-seat layout is a hard limit.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, 500 Nm of torque and a RM47,000 lower purchase price.
Pick the Volvo XC60 if you prioritise 246 hp performance, active driver assistance and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; Volvo XC60 RM328,888.
- Seating: Ford Everest 7 seats; Volvo XC60 5 seats.
- Torque: Ford Everest 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm; Volvo XC60 350 Nm at 1,500 rpm.
- Power: Ford Everest 207 hp at 3,500 rpm; Volvo XC60 246 hp at 5,500 rpm.
- Boot space: Ford Everest 259 litres; Volvo XC60 483 litres.
- Warranty: Ford Everest 3 years/100,000 km; Volvo XC60 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Everest
- Seven-seat cabin with one-touch-tumble second row and 50:50 third row.
- 500 Nm bi-turbo diesel torque and all-wheel drive.
- RM47,000 cheaper, with an 80-litre fuel tank.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; the XC60 has both.
- Three-year, 100,000-km warranty versus the XC60’s five-year unlimited-mileage cover.
- 259-litre boot is smaller than the XC60’s 483 litres.
XC60
- 246 hp with a claimed 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Autonomous braking, steering-correction lane keeping and active cruise control with steering assist.
- Panoramic glass roof, 360-degree camera and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Costs RM47,000 more than the Everest.
- Only five seats, against the Everest’s seven.
- 350 Nm is 150 Nm below the Everest’s 500 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888✓ | RM328,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM428✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with MHEV Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,969 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp at 3,500 rpm | 246 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 350 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | 82 mm × 93.2 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 10.8 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 13 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 30 Nm |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | 8-Speed Geartronic |
| Gears | 10 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,708 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,902 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,865 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,450 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 71 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 483 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | — |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | — |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 19" 5-double-spoke Alloys |
| 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 | Electric 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, with Integrated Boosters |
| 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 Projector with Auto High Beam |
| 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 Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 40:20:40 Split Folding with integrated 2-stage booster child seat cushions for the outer seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Powered Sunshade for Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 11.2" Central Display with Android Automotive OS, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Bowers & Wilkins High Fidelity Audio 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 Knob Twist |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Steering Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | Powered Boot, Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360 Surround View Camera |
| 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 | — |
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 & XC60 for sale
Everest vs XC60 FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or Volvo XC60 better?
The Everest is better for seven-seat practicality, lower upfront cost and 500 Nm of torque. The XC60 is better for performance, with 246 hp and a claimed 6.9-second 0-100 km/h time, plus autonomous braking and a longer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Volvo XC60 costs RM328,888 and the Ford Everest RM281,888, so the XC60 costs RM47,000 more. Annual road tax is close: RM428 for the Volvo and RM438 for the Ford.
Which has more seats and boot space?
The Ford Everest has seven seats to the Volvo XC60’s five. With the stated seating layouts, the XC60 has the larger boot at 483 litres, compared with 259 litres for the Everest.
