The next-generation Ford Everest makes its global debut today, blending adventure-ready capability with exceptional comfort and customer-focused technology in a rugged, refined and fun to drive SUV.
The 2023 Everest’s wider track and longer wheelbase enabled designers to create a more progressive, muscular appearance. Ford’s global design DNA is reflected in the C-clamp headlamps and strong horizontal upper grille bar. The front end also has a mix of horizontal and vertical elements, which add to the stable appearance.
On the sides, there is a strong shoulder line front to back, while the wider track results in a more dramatic swell over the wheels, enhancing the strong and modern look.
On the sides, there is a strong shoulder line front to back, while the wider track results in a more dramatic swell over the wheels, enhancing the strong and modern look.
Designers also put a lot of thought into the function and feel of the interior, taking inspiration from modern homes and bringing in plush materials, premium finishes and ambient lighting all in areas where customers can appreciate them the best.
The Everest’s sense of spaciousness is amplified by the full-width coast-to-coast instrument panel and centre console with dual cupholder recesses, plus dash-mounted ‘pop out’ cupholders for front seat occupants. High-series models are equipped with integrated wireless charging, a svelte new leather trimmed e-Shifter and an electric parking brake. Depending on the variant, heated and ventilated 10-way power adjustable memory function seats are available for the driver and 8-way for the passenger. Heated seats are also available for the second row, depending on the variant.
The Everest’s sense of spaciousness is amplified by the full-width coast-to-coast instrument panel and centre console with dual cupholder recesses, plus dash-mounted ‘pop out’ cupholders for front seat occupants. High-series models are equipped with integrated wireless charging, a svelte new leather trimmed e-Shifter and an electric parking brake. Depending on the variant, heated and ventilated 10-way power adjustable memory function seats are available for the driver and 8-way for the passenger. Heated seats are also available for the second row, depending on the variant.
Access to the third-row seats is much
easier thanks to second-row seats that slide further forward than
before. Additionally, all occupants now have places to store their
things and depending on the model, charge their devices with power
outlets in all three rows.
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 high series models.
Importantly, both the second- and third-row seats have been designed to
fold flat to allow for long loads to be carried safely.
In addition to a more refined and comfortable interior, Ford focused on incorporating the latest connectivity and technology features into the next-gen Everest. Depending on trim level, the Everest comes with 8- or 12.4-inch digital instrument panels that replace the traditional analogue clusters. The Everest also features large, high-resolution portrait 10.1- or 12-inch touchscreens.
The Next-gen Everest is loaded with Ford’s latest SYNC 4A system, which comes customer-ready with its voice-activated communications, entertainment and information systems. Additionally, there’s an embedded factory-fitted modem, allowing customers to connect to the Everest when linked with the FordPass app. FordPass enhances the ownership experience with features like remote start, vehicle status check, and remote lock and unlock functions via your mobile device.
The portrait-orientated screen also is linked to a 360-degree camera with split-view display to make parking a breeze in tight urban spaces or to assist when negotiating particularly tricky terrain while out exploring. In addition, customers can control the Everest’s new exterior zone lighting system via the touchscreen or the FordPass app, which means they don’t have to park, work, camp or do anything in the dark.
The Next-gen Everest is loaded with Ford’s latest SYNC 4A system, which comes customer-ready with its voice-activated communications, entertainment and information systems. Additionally, there’s an embedded factory-fitted modem, allowing customers to connect to the Everest when linked with the FordPass app. FordPass enhances the ownership experience with features like remote start, vehicle status check, and remote lock and unlock functions via your mobile device.
The portrait-orientated screen also is linked to a 360-degree camera with split-view display to make parking a breeze in tight urban spaces or to assist when negotiating particularly tricky terrain while out exploring. In addition, customers can control the Everest’s new exterior zone lighting system via the touchscreen or the FordPass app, which means they don’t have to park, work, camp or do anything in the dark.
Customers told Ford that they wanted more power and torque for towing, carrying heavy loads and off-roading, so the team selected Ford’s proven 3.0L turbodiesel V6 engine and refined it for the Everest. It is one of three turbodiesel engine options available at launch, depending on the market.
While the new 3.0L turbodiesel V6 spearheads the lineup, the next-gen Everest gives customers a choice of engines to suit their lifestyles, including Ford’s proven Single-Turbo and the Bi-Turbo 2.0 inline four-cylinder diesels and a 2.3L EcoBoost petrol engine. Depending on the model, either a six-speed automatic or Ford’s efficient 10-speed SelectShift automatic will be available.
The Single Turbo diesel engine delivers power, torque and fuel economy, while the Bi-Turbo engine is a sophisticated, performance variant for customers who want more power but need to maintain fuel economy.
While the new 3.0L turbodiesel V6 spearheads the lineup, the next-gen Everest gives customers a choice of engines to suit their lifestyles, including Ford’s proven Single-Turbo and the Bi-Turbo 2.0 inline four-cylinder diesels and a 2.3L EcoBoost petrol engine. Depending on the model, either a six-speed automatic or Ford’s efficient 10-speed SelectShift automatic will be available.
The Single Turbo diesel engine delivers power, torque and fuel economy, while the Bi-Turbo engine is a sophisticated, performance variant for customers who want more power but need to maintain fuel economy.
For
petrol lovers, the powerful, direct-injection 2.3L EcoBoost
four-cylinder engine delivers a broad, flat torque curve with maximum
torque throughout the rev range. This proven EcoBoost engine underpins a
range of Ford products globally and will be available on Everest in
select markets from 2023.
A 50 mm increase in the next-gen Everest’s track helps deliver a more controlled ride on-road, while tweaks to damper settings allowed the team to inject more fun and control into the Everest’s ride, both on- and off-road.
Want to do some exploring? The next-gen Everest is ready to go, with a choice of two four-wheel drive systems, underbody protection and off-road selectable drive modes plus rear locking differential, two functional tow hooks upfront, and upfitter switches for accessories.
The two 4WD systems available are: a two-speed electronic shift-on-the-fly transfer case, also known as a part-time 4WD system; and an advanced, permanent four-wheel drive system that uses an electronically controlled on-demand two-speed electromechanical transfer case (EMTC) with selectable drive modes.
Depending on the market, the Everest also is available with two-wheel drive.
Want to do some exploring? The next-gen Everest is ready to go, with a choice of two four-wheel drive systems, underbody protection and off-road selectable drive modes plus rear locking differential, two functional tow hooks upfront, and upfitter switches for accessories.
The two 4WD systems available are: a two-speed electronic shift-on-the-fly transfer case, also known as a part-time 4WD system; and an advanced, permanent four-wheel drive system that uses an electronically controlled on-demand two-speed electromechanical transfer case (EMTC) with selectable drive modes.
Depending on the market, the Everest also is available with two-wheel drive.
Where
available, the Everest’s dedicated off-road screen displays vehicle
information and a front camera view of the terrain ahead, with
predictive overlay guidelines designed to help the driver negotiate
obstacles. With a single button press, the driver can view their
driveline and diff-lock indicators, steering angle and guides, and
vehicle roll and pitch angles.
The 2023 Everest has a water wading ability up to 800 mm and a maximum braked trailer towing capability of up to 3,500 kg (braked), while space in the engine bay allows for a second battery to power aftermarket accessories.
The Everest’s impressive towing capability is supported by smart technologies that make towing easier. A dedicated tow/haul drive mode has been tuned to optimise gear shift timing to maintain the best power delivery and engine braking when carrying loads, either in a trailer or in the cargo area. In addition, an integrated electric trailer brake controller helps deliver smooth and effective control of a trailer’s brake system. The Everest’s new camera views help owners guide their SUV into position to connect a trailer, while integrated SYNC features such as trailer connection checklist and trailer light check help make the job easier. Where available, FordPass app users can also test the trailer lights with their smartphone.
The new integrated or stand-off roof rails are more than just a design detail; they’re engineered for adventure. The Everest rooftop can now support static loads of up to 350 kg and dynamic loads of up to 100 kg, providing increased versatility that enables it to carry bikes, canoes, cargo pod or roof-top tent. A universal mounting system allows customers to equip their vehicle with a range of accessories.
The 2023 Everest has a water wading ability up to 800 mm and a maximum braked trailer towing capability of up to 3,500 kg (braked), while space in the engine bay allows for a second battery to power aftermarket accessories.
The Everest’s impressive towing capability is supported by smart technologies that make towing easier. A dedicated tow/haul drive mode has been tuned to optimise gear shift timing to maintain the best power delivery and engine braking when carrying loads, either in a trailer or in the cargo area. In addition, an integrated electric trailer brake controller helps deliver smooth and effective control of a trailer’s brake system. The Everest’s new camera views help owners guide their SUV into position to connect a trailer, while integrated SYNC features such as trailer connection checklist and trailer light check help make the job easier. Where available, FordPass app users can also test the trailer lights with their smartphone.
The new integrated or stand-off roof rails are more than just a design detail; they’re engineered for adventure. The Everest rooftop can now support static loads of up to 350 kg and dynamic loads of up to 100 kg, providing increased versatility that enables it to carry bikes, canoes, cargo pod or roof-top tent. A universal mounting system allows customers to equip their vehicle with a range of accessories.
The Everest comes loaded with new and enhanced driver assist technologies and safety features that are designed to take the stress out of driving and help drivers to remain focused.
In the next-gen Everest a new far-side airbag positioned between the driver and front passenger provides additional protection in the event of a side impact. Depending on the variant and the market, the addition of the far-side airbag and dual knee airbags brings the number of airbags up to nine, including front driver and passenger, dual seat side thorax airbags and dual side curtain airbags which cover all three rows, depending on the variant and the market.
With Active Park Assist 2.0, the next-gen Everest can help the driver fit safely in tight spaces at the press of a button. The system takes care of the steering, gearshifts, acceleration and braking to navigate into parallel or perpendicular parking spaces with ease. It will also steer itself out of a parallel parking spot when prompted.
In the next-gen Everest a new far-side airbag positioned between the driver and front passenger provides additional protection in the event of a side impact. Depending on the variant and the market, the addition of the far-side airbag and dual knee airbags brings the number of airbags up to nine, including front driver and passenger, dual seat side thorax airbags and dual side curtain airbags which cover all three rows, depending on the variant and the market.
With Active Park Assist 2.0, the next-gen Everest can help the driver fit safely in tight spaces at the press of a button. The system takes care of the steering, gearshifts, acceleration and braking to navigate into parallel or perpendicular parking spaces with ease. It will also steer itself out of a parallel parking spot when prompted.
The
Everest’s matrix LED head lamps, available on selected models by
market, offer greater visibility thanks to a raft of clever features,
including auto dynamic levelling and speed-dependent lighting that can
adjust the intensity of the beam in front of the vehicle depending on
the vehicle’s speed. The head lamps also offer both static and dynamic
bending capability as well as glare-free high-beams, which help provide
maximum visibility for the driver without dazzling other road users.
New to the Everest is Ford’s adaptive cruise control system, available in three versions depending on market and model: adaptive cruise control with stop and go; adaptive cruise control with stop and go and lane centering; intelligent adaptive cruise control.
New to the Everest is Ford’s adaptive cruise control system, available in three versions depending on market and model: adaptive cruise control with stop and go; adaptive cruise control with stop and go and lane centering; intelligent adaptive cruise control.
New and enhanced driver assist and safety features available in the next-gen Everest also include: lane-keeping system with road-edge detection; evasive steer assist; reverse brake assist; blind spot information system with trailer coverage; pre-collision assist with intersection functionality.
Three grades of the next-gen Everest were presented at reveal: Sport, Titanium+ and a new flagship grade, Platinum. A range of different variants and models will be available, depending on market, to meet the needs of customers. Full details will be provided closer to in-market launch.
