The all-new Ford Everest has touched down in South Africa. Here’s what you can expect to pay, plus the specifications and engine details.

The bakkie-based 7-seater segment gets a new challenger, in the form of the brand-new Ford Everest which brings a new flagship V6 engine, more comfort and more features than ever before. The Ford Everest will be taking on players like the Toyota Fortuner, Isuzu MU-X, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport and Haval H9.

Read or watch our full review of the 2023 Everest here

“The Next-Gen Everest has been designed with one thing in mind, and that’s our customers,” says Doreen Mashinini, General Manager for Marketing at Ford South Africa. “Everest owners are people who like adventure, recreation and being able to go out with family and friends. Whether they’re conquering sand, rocky paths or city life, these customers appreciate the utility, capability and spaciousness of an SUV, and this is where the Next-Gen Everest excels by being tough on the outside, while providing a sanctuary on the inside matched to amazing capability underneath.”

However, Ford SA has said that supply of the new Everest will be limited due to current global issues.“We are already seeing a high demand around the world for Next-Gen Everest, and we are confident that this new model will live up to expectations for all those who have reserved a vehicle.

However, global supply chain challenges, including shipping logistics, are causing extended wait times across the industry,” says Neale Hill, President, Ford Motor Company Africa Region.“Our local and global teams are working around the clock to get vehicles to dealers and customers as soon as possible,” concludes Hill.

What’s on offer?

There will be two levels of trim from launch: Everest Sport and Everest Platinum. Customers will be able to choose from either a 2.0-litre BiTurbo diesel engine or a brand-new 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel. Both vehicles feature a 10-speed automatic transmission.

In the Sport, the vehicle features an electronic shift-on-the-fly part-time four wheel drive system, while the Platinum has permanent all-wheel drive. The 2.0 has outputs of 154 kW and 500 Nm, while the 3.0 packs 184 kW and 600 Nm.

Both the Sport and Platinum models are equipped with Ford’s Lane Keeping System, which includes Lane Keeping Alert and Lane Keeping Aid, along with Road Edge Detection and Driver Warning. Pre-Collision Assist with Dynamic Brake Support, Forward Collision Warning, Automated Emergency Braking and Reverse Brake Assist further up the arsenal of innovative safety features. Additionally, the Platinum gains Distance Alert and Indication, Evasive Steer Assist and Intersection functionality.

Ford has prioritised flexible seating in the Next-Gen Everest; the second-row slides with a 60:40 split seatback, and the 50:50 split third row in the seven-seater configuration can be folded at the touch of a button on the Platinum series.

Everest Sport

8-inch digital instrument cluster12-inch portrait infotainment screenFord SYNC4AApple CarPlay / Android AutoFactory-fitted modemFordPass connectivity

Everest Platinum

Integrated wireless charging12.4-inch digital instrument cluster12-inch portrait infotainment screenFord SYNC4AApple CarPlay / Android AutoFactory-fitted modemFordPass connectivityElectric parking brakesLeather-trimmed gear shifterHeated/ventilated 10-way adjustable front seats with memory functionSecond row seat heatingPower outlets for all three rowsWindscreen mounted USB charging portType A, Type C USB ports in front and centre consoles12-Volt sockets400-Watt inverter360-degree camera

Offroad Ability?

The new Ford Everest comes armed with advanced offroad tech. The Sport derivative features its electronic shift-on-the-fly four-wheel drive system with 2High, 4High and 4Low. The Platinum makes use of a permanent 4-wheel drive system. Both models can wade in up to 800 mm of water and tow up to 3 500 kg (which is 400 kg more than the predecessor). Ford says there’s enough space in the Everest Sport’s bay to accomodate a 2nd battery for aftermarket accessories.

There are 6 offroad drive modes on offer;Normal, Eco, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Mud & Ruts, and Sand. Ford is also offering an electronic rear differential lock, and hill-descent control.

The selectable drive modes dovetail into the raft of other technologies designed to enhance capability, such as the electronic rear differential lock which can be activated via the dedicated SYNC off-road screen, Hill Descent Control, and the front camera view with steering overlays which displays on the large-format infotainment screen.

How much does the new Ford Everest cost in South Africa?

Everest Sport 2.0L BiT 4WD 10AT R965 400

Everest Platinum 3.0L V6 AWD 10AT R1 113 100

Included in the price is a 4-year/120 000km warranty, 4-year/unlimited distance roadside assistance and 5-year/unlimited distance corrosion warranty. The recommended service interval is 15000km or annually, plus customers have the option of purchasing service or maintenance plans up to eight years or 135000km. The warranty can be extended up to seven years or 200000km, while the roadside assistance can be extended for an additional one or two years.

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