STILL the best ute-based 4x4 wagon? (Ford Everest review)

[@chasingcars]

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[@stardustbilermam1736]

Where are the Maserati sedans

[@jaydnsteele8578]

Love my Everest, gotten me half way around aus with towing a 2.5 ton van behind me hasn’t not missed a beat taken it on some pretty epic tracks does it with ease can’t wait to see what the new one has to offer!!!

[@Deatomizer]

My 2017 Everest Titanium has 130k on the clock. Still runs strong and has had zero issues. We use it for all our family holiday trips and is very comfortable to sit in on long trips. I also pull a trailer most of the time on our holiday excursions. Very happy with my Everest.

[@nope6786]

My 2016 trend has quite a few problems, mainly doors being filled with rust, horrible headlights, and apple CarPlay and android auto essentially breaking the infotainment system.

[@Deatomizer]

@@nope6786 sorry to here that.. at least you didn't waste you money on a Fortuna...I almost bought that, good thing I didn't

[@nope6786]

@@Deatomizer the Everest has the best ride in the segment, I don’t regret buying it at all, and I will be upgrading to the 2023 model as the doors got replaced for free (whilst it was a hassle, it was all under warranty)

[@will-ever]

@@nope6786 there is a common rule, one should never buy freshly released cars. You've got the new 2nd gen Everest, and got all its problems. It is better to wait till all the problems of the new gen fixed.

[@Dan4096]

What about Ford's customer support and how they deal with problems that may arise?

[@BrianKay-ll2cv]

I posted this above "I have had a couple of minor issues in 4 years ownership with no complaints. One was a Sync3 update failure which were through Ford Customer Care (FCC) who were excellent. They rang me every few days to follow up until the IT guys issued a fix. The other was through the dealer who was also very good, but its the luck of the draw with the dealer from my experience. As a fall back, FCC did say to call them if I had any trouble with the dealer and they would chase it up if necessary. Having said that I have had bad experiences with Mitsubishi while others seem to fair better than I, go figure."

[@will-ever]

If Ford Corp already accepted the problem and issued a recall, then good. Otherwise bad.

[@steves6528]

You’re spot on - rear design sucks! Love the front though.

[@Sabumnim666]

Yep not real good but then again the Mux and Fortuner are in the same boat.

[@DonsShed]

Don't get me wrong I loveeeee the Everest's, we almost bought one before we bought our Disco 4 back in 2016...... come 6 years later and we were in the market again for a replacement 4wd. I joined up to all the relevant 4wd "ute based wagon" Facebook pages and Forums, Everest, MUX, Fortuner, Pajero Sport etc and found that out of all the OWNERSHIP experiences from them all.... the Everest owners were the most vocal about having bad experiences with their cars, from Rust, Door Cards falling off, Adblue Heater issues, getting Adblue and multiple other issues. It's nice to say "well today we are comparing these 4wd's/cars etc", but you need to ask OWNERS what they think about the cars over the long term and report that too..... because it's no point doing a review with a car that is up to the task (that week), but in the long term it is crap and spends half it's life at the dealership getting fixed!!! p.s. in the end we didn't buy an Everest because of the multiple build issues, but went with the Fortuner, due to NO ONE in the group complaining about build issues and also having the widespread dealer network available in case something did actually go wrong. Yes, it is a bit agricultural, but I like that in a 4wd..... if I wanted smooth and luxurious, I'd buy a Soft Roader (or another Land Rover LOL)!!!

[@stevelane1956]

DORKMOBILE!

[@sanitater3271]

I wouldn't really call it a wagon though

[@chasingcars]

Just how these vehicles are referred to - wagon body versus ute.

[@mazdar100]

I'm really keen to know what Ford support is like. Are they going to be a pain if something goes wrong in the warranty period. I've heard differing stories.

[@Sabumnim666]

I own my second Ford Ranger and I have never had any issues at all and saying that I have bought other cars from Ford and Toyota and Mitsubishi. When it comes to customer service I have found almost no difference between the three companies. I have heard horror stories about all three companies and never have I had any experience that people claim the only company I had trouble with was a Holden many years ago and that was not a horror story either. You have to take a lot of these stories as they are "stories" as most big whinners never have owned the vehicle they slag so much. I look after my cars and they last treat your purchase well it will look after you, treat it like you stole it then whine about support, your a fool.

[@mazdar100]

@@Sabumnim666 cheers for taking the time, David. And I do think you’re right. We’re going to have a look at an Escape in the coming days.

[@Sabumnim666]

@@mazdar100 I hope you find what you want. Good luck

[@BrianKay-ll2cv]

I have had a couple of minor issues in 4 years ownership with no complaints. One was a Sync3 update failure which were through Ford Customer Care (FCC) who were excellent. They rang me every few days to follow up until the IT guys issued a fix. The other was through the dealer who was also very good, but its the luck of the draw with the dealer from my experience. As a fall back, FCC did say to call them if I had any trouble with the dealer and they would chase it up if necessary. Having said that I have had bad experiences with Mitsubishi while others seem to fair better than I, go figure.

[@will-ever]

It depends. If the problem is already accepted by the head branch, Ford will fix it. Otherwise they are pretty bad, unprofessional, and sneaky. But I guess you can say that about each and every service in AU. Anyway, I had a Ford, I got problems, and it took a lot of time and effort from my side to make Ford fix majority of them.

[@jeremyhill3837]

Always felt Ford missed a massive opportunity by pricing these 10k too high for no good apparent reason. Good car, growing and desirable category, they could have easily sold thousands more to Australian families who want a no nonsense family wagon. Instead they priced them as premium . People who can pay premium would rather go German or get a more luxurious and car-like Mazda. I quite fancy one of these with the new V6 if the price isn’t too ridiculous.

[@julietaylor2685]

The ball test is stupid. I get you want to be different but nobody ever used soccer balls to estimate boot size. Stick to carry on luggage.

[@andrewford80]

Disagree. Volume measured with balls makes a lot of sense. Usually smaller balls are used, but luggage? Lame.

[@chasingcars]

It’s not meant to be an everyday item but a measure that reveals packaging differences - so we need to actually fill the space. Perhaps a bit of confusion there. It’s not about wanting to be different, it’s about wanting to be better - it’s about translating “litres” to something we can measure ourselves very clearly and consistently every time

[@sherwinchia8114]

I have to play devil's advocate and say that the soccer balls, while quirky, makes it less relatable when trying visualising boot volume.

[@davffwatto77]

7:43 - nice work Tom! The expression suggests you've just been satisfied by your local Thai ;)

[@stevegordon-hall2732]

I test drove the 2022 Mux and the Everest bi turbo back to back the Mux is so unrefined for a 2022 car for a completely updated model. Everest is on another level of refinement.

[@Luceq]

It’s way to expensive for a run out model

[@paulvictor9368]

I think this car is not the right one if you don’t want a 4wd. This type of vehicle is for those loving proper off road driving. If you don’t want to do that, maybe the Kia Sorento awd is a better option. They handle better because it is not body on frame. I love my Prado, but think the new V6 diesel will actually win customers over from Toyota until a all new Prado comes out with better power.

[@Sabumnim666]

Mostly agree but the kia can't tow as much and the new one is very expensive also.

[@cooljool1]

@@Sabumnim666 also gutless

[@BlenderBends]

The up front interior is so dated, it looks like a Ford Territory. These are looking extremely old now, They just haven't stayed with current market trends for interior design. I can't believe you are doing a review. Oh hang on, Ford want to shift the last of them to make way for the new model. What about all the Everests with blown transmissions from towing. they are know to cook themselves.

[@chasingcars]

Actually, no. This isn’t about what Ford wants, this is about the fact that we publish a review every single day - and we concentrate on the vehicles people buy in decent numbers (including the Everest). No conspiracy theory here.

[@jamestuber2024]

Waiting for the new gen everest.

[@ahh1180]

Tom if you think this is better than the Isuzu, you boys need to put the pipe down at Chasing Cars HQ.

[@chasingcars]

The ride and handling is superior to the Isuzu, yes.

[@nans1980]

@@chasingcars I totally agree whilst we were in lockdown, I couldn't wait to drive the new MUX. I finally got my chance and I was left very disappointed. I then drove a Prado and nearly purchased it before taking the 2 litre trend for a drive. Purchased the Everest as it drives better than the Prado as well.

[@hotrod7603]

Putting the pipe down won't you need one coz you are saying Isuzu better than ford lol

[@LL2500]

If the new generation Everest uses 2.0 Bi-turbo engine for entry models and price starts from less than 60K, why should we spend almost 70K for this?

[@chasingcars]

Who says prices won’t go up further for new Everest?

[@kahuna1247]

@@chasingcars Because they are $10k too expensive already. Who would pay $90k for a Ford?

[@hotrod7603]

@@kahuna1247 better than paying for a gutless toyota lol

[@davehugheswithmmaweekly4400]

I sell ford and I have so much trouble getting the vehicles they have been making I have customers waiting 7 months on their Broncos and Ford is bringing another new car they need to worry bout what they already have and stop worrying bout crap that they want to make and this thing is stupid looking

[@chasingcars]

I think you’re confused - Everest is not going to America.

[@emilyhoward5223]

I agree with you the back end is way too much of a "bubble butt" haha i was up in the air with either a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Night Eagle or a 2020 Ford Everest Sport. I chose the Everest so fingers crossed i made the right choice haha

[@samf8916]

Thanks for the review, just about the blind spot monitoring, note that, having big mirrors with curved edges, there is no blind spot on side mirror, so no need for electronics

[@interceptor7905]

I started watching this video about Everest first thing that comes up is ad for BT50 lol

[@interceptor7905]

Everest is much better than Fortuner in my opinion.Driving Fortuner is like driving old tractor,terrible!

[@ayambo3281]

No matter how you tried, it's a hardsell. Most wouldn't pay almost 70k for vehicle that looks and feel like a 2012 design in 2022. The lack of technology and safety features for the price just goes to show how overpriced Ford is.

[@Quokka_VR]

This Ford Everest rated 3rd place when I compared it with the Izuzu MU-X (new model) and the Pajero Sport. The cheap, nasty dated interior of the Ford and it's high cost just didn't make sense to me. It was a close decision between the other two but my wife and I both preferred the Pajero Sport Exceed.... Awaiting delivery of the Mitsubishi next month (late March).

[@chasingcars]

Good for doing your research and buying the car you liked best.

[@theinvisibleman6147]

@@chasingcars their wife* liked best. they said it themsleves.

[@roberthay7554]

I have done 2 remote travel trips with Everests in our group. On both occasions various bits and pieces fell off the Everests - didn’t happen to any other vehicles on the trips. They have all the ‘you beaut’ off road technology but they are otherwise ‘soft’. I would buy a Prado any day ahead of an Everest for that reason

[@ar12.]

Exactly how I feel the one we test drove when breaking would rock back and forward and wasn’t great.

[@hotrod7603]

Never happened with ours lol yours might be built on Friday but prados are uncomfortable and Gutless so hard pass

[@ar12.]

@@hotrod7603 ahaha can’t stop defending your Everest mate prados have a nice ladder frame very comfortable ride and are very comfortable we got a 2022 one and we will get a 2025 model next it’s a good car.

[@stuartc1936]

You will buy this car for the space that's about as far as it goes the interior looks 2013

[@chasingcars]

As I said the interior looks dated, but the functionality is actually still very good. Both those things can be true at the same time.

[@preetmohantuli1795]

Great commentary Tom and yes the back view looks too ordinary and dated . Even the front view looks a generation behind .

[@ar12.]

Sorry but I’d say the prado is better it’s more comfortable has more features in gxl leather pack same power better off-road more reliable and way better ride quality also better resale value the ford does however provide good value.

[@hotrod7603]

You are highly delusional I can only say this ! If you think prado is more comfortable , has features , same power , reliable than Everest lol

[@ar12.]

@@hotrod7603 enjoy your 2.0 litre fucking up and bad resale value it’s hilarious you guys the fact it sells 3x more says enough.

[@will-ever]

Prado costs more. Why not compare 4x4s in their price ranges?

[@kodessa]

Car confession: I thought the circular button layout of the Colorado 7 was intuitive.

[@bigandy234]

Fortuner is no1

[@stevegordon-hall2732]

In what way

[@hotrod7603]

From last !

[@clivem25]

Seriously, how is "ute based 4x4's" even a segment? It's so artificial.

[@chasingcars]

Not sure if this is a jab at us or the car industry. We just report how it is.

[@CathodeRayNipplez]

Best? Hmmm... As an object or as an ownership package? I would rather avoid buying from a corporation that throws it's customers under the bus thanks. Gave the post a like for the algorithm not the badge.

[@chasingcars]

Best in terms of ride and handling

[@BrianKay-ll2cv]

Ford have lifted their game apparently. No complaints from me, unlike Mitsubishi.

[@audoinxr6372]

Better avoid Toyota then

[@hotrod7603]

Must be a garbage toyota owner