Verdict
At RM338,888 versus RM348,888, the Ford Everest 4x4 Wildtrak is the more convincing buy for a Malaysian family wanting maximum shove: its 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel makes 207 hp and 500 Nm, against the Platinum 2.0L's 168 hp and 405 Nm. The RM10,000 gap buys the Platinum a 12-inch SYNC 4A screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus stop-and-go adaptive cruise control with lane centring. But it also loses autonomous braking and auto parking. The Wildtrak has the stronger mechanical case; choose the Platinum only if its cabin and cruise-control kit matter more than output.
Pick the Ford Everest 4x4 Wildtrak if you want 207 hp, 500 Nm, autonomous braking, a 360-degree camera and auto parking for RM10,000 less.
Pick the Ford Everest 4x4 Platinum 2.0L if you prioritise its 12-inch wireless smartphone-enabled screen and adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and lane centring.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest 4x4 Wildtrak RM338,888; Ford Everest 4x4 Platinum 2.0L RM348,888.
- Engine output: Wildtrak 207 hp at 3,500 rpm; Platinum 2.0L 168 hp at 3,500 rpm.
- Torque: Wildtrak 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm; Platinum 2.0L 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm.
- Turbocharging: Wildtrak 2.0-litre bi-turbo; Platinum 2.0L 2.0-litre single-turbo.
- Infotainment: Wildtrak 10.1-inch SYNC4A with eight speakers; Platinum 2.
- Parking and driver assistance: Wildtrak has two front sensors, 360-degree camera, auto parking and autonomous braking; Platinum 2.
4x4 Wildtrak
- 207 hp and 500 Nm from the 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel.
- Autonomous braking, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- RM10,000 lower purchase price.
- 10.1-inch screen versus the Platinum 2.0L's 12-inch display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- No lane-keeping assist, where the Platinum 2.0L gets steering correction and lane centring.
- Two front parking sensors versus four.
4x4 Platinum 2.0L
- 12-inch portrait SYNC 4A touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go and lane centring.
- Four front parking sensors and a powered boot.
- 168 hp versus the Wildtrak's 207 hp.
- 405 Nm versus the Wildtrak's 500 Nm.
- No autonomous braking or auto parking, despite costing RM10,000 more.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM338,888✓ | RM348,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM438 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with bi-turbo | Inline-four with Single Turbo |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | 207 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ | 168 hp at 3,500 rpm |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 15.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | Six-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 10 | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Ford |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 4,914 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,923 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,841 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | 2,201 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | 259 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 255/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | 17" Steel Wheel |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Goodyear Wrangler |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee)) | 7 (7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee)) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 7 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-LED Projectors | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling |
| 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 |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | Roof-mounted AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2x Front, 2x Middle, 2x Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 12" Portrait SYNC 4A Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 8 Speakers |
| 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Lane Centering |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated with Contactless Operation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | No |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | No |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | 60,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 3 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | 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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4x4 Wildtrak vs 4x4 Platinum 2.0L FAQ
Is the Ford Everest 4x4 Wildtrak or Ford Everest 4x4 Platinum 2.0L better?
The Wildtrak is the better buy on these specifications. It costs RM10,000 less, makes 39 hp and 95 Nm more, and adds autonomous braking, a 360-degree camera and auto parking. The Platinum 2.0L is for buyers who value its larger screen and lane-centring cruise control.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest 4x4 Platinum 2.0L costs RM10,000 more than the Ford Everest 4x4 Wildtrak: RM348,888 versus RM338,888.
Which Everest has more power and torque?
The Ford Everest 4x4 Wildtrak does. Its 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel produces 207 hp and 500 Nm, while the Ford Everest 4x4 Platinum 2.0L's 2.0-litre single-turbo diesel produces 168 hp and 405 Nm.
