The Ford Everest range has been expanded to include a pocket-friendly Everest XLT and a new Everest Wildtrak derivative. Here’s how much they cost, plus what you get for your money.

The new-generation 7-seater Ford Everest touched down in South Africa late last year, but there was just one issue as there are were only two models; the 4×4 Everest Sport and the flagship 4×4 Everest Platinum.

Now, in the second quarter of 2023, Ford South Africa has expanded the Everest range from two to six models. The brightly-coloured model is likely to get the most attention so let’s start with that. Yes, that is the popular Wildtrack specification which has made its way into the Everest family.

The 184 kW/600 Nm 3.0-litre turbocharged diesel V6 and permanent all-wheel drive powertrain from the Platinum is fitted to the Wildtrak.

The Everest Sport range sees the introduction of a 4×2 model, while the Everest XLT makes its debut, with 4×2 and 4×4 models on offer. All of the above are powered by the 154 kW and 500 Nm 2.0-litre biturbo diesel engine. As a reminder, every Ford Everest features a 10-speed automatic transmission.

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Everest Wildtrak Features

LED daytime running lightsFull LED headlightsSide stepsRoof railsPrivacy glass2-tone 20-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 255/55 R20 tyres (18-inch with 255/65 all-terrain option)Yellow stitching on dashboard, door trim, steering wheel, gear selector8-way adjustable premium leather seats with Wildtrak logoDual panel moon roof12-inch vertical touchscreen with SYNC4A, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto8-speaker audioUSB-A, USB-C connectivity, wireless charging pad, 400V/240V inverterDriving modes: Normal, Eco, Tow/Haul, Slippery, Mud & Ruts, and Sand.Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go and Lane Centering, Blind Spot Monitoring with Trailer Coverage, Cross Traffic Alert, Evasive Steer Assist, Lane Keeping System with Road Edge Detection, Pre-Collision Assist, Reverse Brake Assist and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

Everest XLT Features

LED daytime running lights, headlamps, fog lightsPartial leather trim8-inch digital instrument cluster12-inch vertical infotainment screen with SYNC4A, Apple CarPlay, Android AutoUSB-A, USB-C connectivity, wireless charging padDual front, side and curtain airbags, Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), Pre-Collision Assist (with Brake Support, Forward Collision Warning and Automated Emergency Braking), Lane Keeping System (including Lake Keeping Alert and Aid, Road Edge Detection and Driver Warning), Blind Spot Information System (with Cross Traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage), Reverse Brake Assist, Hill Launch Assist, Hill Descent Control (on the 4×4 model), as well as front and rear parking sensors with a rear camera.

How much does the Ford Everest cost in South Africa?

The new Ford Everest is sold with a four-year/120 000km warranty, four-year/unlimited distance Roadside Assistance and five-year/unlimited distance corrosion warranty. The recommended service interval is 15000km or annually, whichever occurs first.

As part of the Right to Repair, customers can purchase a service or maintenance plan up to 8 years or 165 000 km, and the warranty can be extended to 200 000 km / 7 years.

Everest XLT 2.0L BiT 4×2 10AT R832400Everest XLT 2.0L BiT 4×4 10AT R896 300Everest Sport 2.0L BiT 4×2 10AT R918 500Everest Sport 2.0L BiT 4×4 10ATR984 800Everest Wildtrak 3.0L V6 4WD 10AT R1 084 000Everest Platinum 3.0L V6 4WD 10ATR1146500