Besides the new Ford Ranger Platinum, Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC) also expanded the line-up for said pick-up truck’s full-bodied Everest SUV twin with a brand new Ford Everest Wildtrak variant. Aptly, this variant of the Everest gets a host of aesthetic additions, all inspired by the Ranger Wildtrak.
Essentially, this new variant of the Everest 4x4 SUV was built for those seeking a full-blown 4x4 SUV that’s both rugged and richly-equipped with various premium and high-tech amenities.
Visually, the Wildtrak treatment is evident through the addition of a variant-specific Luxe Yellow, Meteor Grey and Absolute Black paintjob options, gloss black Wildtrak badges, Boulder Grey contrasting exterior trims, as well as a set of 20-inch two-tone wheels.
Onboard, all three rows of seats get treated with leather upholstery and the signature Wildtrak orange contrast stitching plus Wildtrak badges. As for the front seats, they’re primed with 8-way power-adjustable functions.
Tech and other amenities remain largely unchanged from the existing Everest Titanium variant, and it includes the 12-inch portrait touchscreen infotainment unit, 12.4-inch digital instrument panel, 8-speaker audio suite, wireless smartphone charging pad, plus both a panoramic glass sunroof and powered tailgate.
As for safety, the Everest Wildtrak mirrors its pick-up truck twin by having a full-swing of active driver assist (ADAS) primed. Key highlights include adaptive cruise control with stop-go function, lane departure warning and mitigation, blind-spot info and warning, autonomous emergency braking, and more.
Mechanically, the Everest Wildtrak continues to employ Ford’s familiar yet proven 2.0-litre Bi-Turbo 4-cyl diesel heart that’s good for 210 PS and 500 NM. That gets paired with a 10-speed automatic box and full-blown 4x4 driveline with an electronic rear diff present too.
As for price, SDAC has tagged the Everest Widltrak at RM338,888 (Peninsular Malaysia) on-the-road excluding insurance. Included in said price is a 3-year or 100,000 KM manufacturer warranty, but this can be extended by 2 years or 60,000 KM through an optional extended warranty plan.
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KUALA LUMPUR | VMK1064 |
SELANGOR | BRT8779 |
JOHOR | JXA4145 |
PULAU PINANG | PRF2137 |
PERAK | ANK8069 |
PAHANG | CEW7456 |
KEDAH | KFU2861 |
NEGERI SEMBILAN | NEB7852 |
KOTA KINABALU | SJE1464 |
KUCHING | QAB2467J |
Petrol | |||
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RON 95 | RM 2.05 |   | |
RON 97 | RM 3.47 |   | |
RON 100 | RM 4.50 |   | |
VPR | RM 5.50 |   |
Diesel | |||
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EURO 2M | RM 2.15 |   | |
EURO 5 | RM 2.35 |   |
KUALA LUMPUR | VMK1064 |
SELANGOR | BRT8779 |
JOHOR | JXA4145 |
PULAU PINANG | PRF2137 |
PERAK | ANK8069 |
PAHANG | CEW7456 |
KEDAH | KFU2861 |
NEGERI SEMBILAN | NEB7852 |
KOTA KINABALU | SJE1464 |
KUCHING | QAB2467J |
Petrol | |||
---|---|---|---|
RON 95 | RM 2.05 |   | |
RON 97 | RM 3.47 |   | |
RON 100 | RM 4.50 |   | |
VPR | RM 5.50 |   |
Diesel | |||
---|---|---|---|
EURO 2M | RM 2.15 |   | |
EURO 5 | RM 2.35 |   |