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,”
says Doreen Mashinini, general manager for marketing at Ford South Africa
Two grades of the Next-Gen Everest are available at launch, headlined by a new flagship grade: the Everest Platinum which takes luxury and performance to new heights. It features the new 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel engine and Ford’s advanced 10-speed automatic, linked to a permanent all-wheel drive system.
Customers also have the choice of the Everest Sport which is powered by the proven 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine, matched to the 10-speed auto. It uses an electronic shift-on-the-fly part-time four-wheel drive system.
Rugged outside, a sanctuary within
It may be tough and rugged on the outside, but what customers want on the interior is a different story. Inside, they want a sanctuary.
“One of the first things you’ll notice when you get into the Next-Gen Everest is how quiet it is,” Mashinini says. “The high-quality and refined interior has been carefully designed to be a quiet place in which you can easily talk to your family or friends and enjoy the journey together.”
Comfort and convenience are raised to even greater heights, with the inclusion of standard integrated wireless charging, an electric parking brake and a svelte new leather trimmed e-shifter on the range-topping Everest Platinum. As befitting its flagship status, the top-spec model is also equipped with heated and ventilated 10-way power adjustable front seats, with memory function for the driver. Even the second-row seats are heated to cope with brisk winter mornings.
Customer-focused technology
In addition to a more refined and comfortable interior, Ford focused on incorporating the latest connectivity and technology features into the Next-Gen Everest. In place of traditional analogue clusters, the Sport comes with an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, with an engaging 12.4-inch version on the Platinum. Both models boast a large, high-resolution portrait 12-inch touchscreen.
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. Linked to the wireless charging functionality, the system also incorporates wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to seamlessly integrate your smartphone functionality.
Additionally, there’s an embedded factory-fitted modem, allowing customers to connect to their vehicle when linked with the FordPass App. FordPass enhances the ownership experience with features like remote start, vehicle status check and health alerts, vehicle locator and remote lock and unlock functions via your mobile device.
On the top-spec model, 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.
New and proven engine line-up
Everest 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 3.0-litre V6 turbodiesel engine and refined it for the Everest, making it a perfect range-topping match for the Platinum derivative with 184kW of power and a hefty 600Nm of torque.
While the new 3.0L turbodiesel V6 spearheads the line-up, the Next-Gen Everest Sport is equipped with the proven 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine that produces 154kW and 500Nm and is renowned for its refinement and efficiency. Both engines are mated to Ford’s advanced 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission.
Engineered for adventure
Want to do some exploring? 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 Everest Sport relies on a part-time electronic, shift-on-the-fly, four-wheel drive system, which includes 2H, 4H and 4L modes for tricky off-road conditions. Sure-footed performance is a hallmark of the Everest Platinum regardless of the terrain, with the adoption of an advanced permanent four-wheel drive system that additionally features a default 4A (auto) mode that can be used on and off-road. It constantly adjusts the flow of drive between the front and rear axles for enhanced traction for even greater peace of mind.
It has a water wading ability up to 800mm and a maximum braked trailer towing capability of up to 3 500kg (an increase of 400kg over the outgoing model), while space in the engine bay of the Everest Sport allows for a second battery to power aftermarket accessories.
With the twist of a dial or push of a button, next-gen Everest customers can choose from up to six drive modes designed to improve on and off-road comfort and capability. The drive modes are: normal, eco, tow/haul, slippery, mud & ruts, and sand.
Confidence-inspiring driver assist technologies
Everest comes loaded with new and enhanced driver assist technologies and safety features. These include an adaptive cruise control system, a lane keeping system and more.
Pricing starts at R965 400 and includes as standard, is Ford Protect comprising a four-year/120 000km warranty, four-year/unlimited distance roadside assistance and five-year/unlimited distance corrosion warranty. The recommended service interval is 15 000km or annually, whichever occurs first.
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