Verdict
The Ford Everest UB is the more capable generation, with 207 hp and 500 Nm against the Mk3 Facelift’s 154 hp and 380 Nm, plus a 10-speed automatic instead of five speeds. It also brings seven airbags, stability control and a reverse camera. But the Mk3 is 176 kg lighter and its 2,953 cc diesel does not translate into lower running tax: annual road tax is RM1,565 versus RM438. The UB’s 80-litre tank, coil-spring rear suspension and 259-litre boot make it the more complete family SUV.
Pick the Ford Everest Mk3 Facelift if a far lower RM172,083 purchase price matters more than newer safety equipment, power and cabin technology.
Pick the Ford Everest UB if you want 207 hp, 500 Nm, seven airbags and a 10-speed automatic for family and long-distance use.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest Mk3 Facelift RM172,083; Ford Everest UB RM281,888.
- Power and torque: Mk3 Facelift 154 hp and 380 Nm; UB 207 hp and 500 Nm.
- Transmission: Mk3 Facelift five-speed automatic; UB 10-speed 10R80 SelectShift automatic.
- Annual road tax: Mk3 Facelift RM1,565; UB RM438.
- Safety: Mk3 Facelift four airbags; UB seven airbags and stability control.
- Rear suspension: Mk3 Facelift leaf springs; UB coil springs.
Mk3 Facelift
- RM109,805 less to buy.
- 176 kg lighter at 2,025 kg.
- Longer 5,062 mm body.
- 154 hp and 380 Nm trail the UB’s 207 hp and 500 Nm.
- Five-speed automatic versus the UB’s 10-speed unit.
- Four airbags, with no listed stability control or reverse camera.
UB
- 207 hp and 500 Nm from the 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel.
- Seven airbags, five-star ANCAP rating and stability control.
- Coil-spring rear suspension, dual-zone climate control and a 10.1-inch SYNC4A system.
- RM109,805 more expensive.
- 176 kg heavier at 2,201 kg.
- 1,923 mm wide versus the Mk3 Facelift’s 1,788 mm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM172,083✓ | RM281,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,565 | RM438✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail diesel with variable geometry turbo | Inline-four with Bi-turbo |
| Capacity | 2,953 cc | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp at 3,200 rpm | 207 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 380 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 96 mm × 102 mm | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 18 | 15.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 A/T | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic |
| Gears | 5 | 10 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | Ford |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,062 mm | 4,914 mm |
| Width | 1,788 mm | 1,923 mm |
| Height | 1,826 mm | 1,841 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 2,025 kg | 2,201 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 71 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 259 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/60R18 | 255/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/60R18 | 255/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | 17" Steel Wheel |
| Factory Tyres | — | Goodyear Wrangler |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Coil Spring |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 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 | 6 Three-point, 1 Lap Belt | 7 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Middle row 50:50 Split Folding, Last Row Folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Roof-mounted AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2x Front, 2x Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Yes | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | No |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | No |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | 60,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 3 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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Mk3 Facelift vs UB FAQ
Is the Ford Everest Mk3 Facelift or Ford Everest UB better?
The Ford Everest UB is better equipped and substantially stronger, adding 53 hp, 120 Nm, five extra transmission ratios, three more airbags and stability control. Choose the Mk3 Facelift only if its much lower purchase price outweighs those gains.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest UB costs RM109,805 more than the Ford Everest Mk3 Facelift: RM281,888 versus RM172,083. Its annual road tax is, however, RM1,127 lower because of its 1,996 cc engine.
Which Ford Everest has the better safety equipment?
The Ford Everest UB does. It has seven airbags, stability control, blind-spot information, collision warning, a reverse camera and a five-star ANCAP rating. The Mk3 Facelift has four airbags and ABS/EBD.
