Good review as always Paul, but as a keen 4wd’er and camper trailer towing family, a major point you’re missing in all these Ute-based 4wd reviews is discussing payload. Sure this has a hefty V6 that will tow 3.5t comfortably but when the payload (GVM less kerb weight) is only 649kg for this model, chuck a 3.5t van on the back and suddenly your usable payload (considering 10% of the trailer mass is tow ball weight) is down to just 299kg. Let’s say like most campers, you’re running a bullbar, towbar, roof rack and aggressive all terrain tyre’s that will at a minimum chop into 150 kg of your remaining payload, leaving just 149kg for passengers and luggage. Now for arguments sake, most people won’t tow the full 3.5t and will likely sit somewhere between 2.5t and 3.0t, still based off the above figures, at best you’re looking at just 200kg for passengers and luggage that will be chewed up quickly with 2 adults and a couple of kids and luggage. It might surprise you that the Prado and MU-X sit in similar camps while the 4cyl Everest Trend and Pajero Sport are up above 700kg. This is just a point that no journalist ever mentions and is a point worth noting considering the majority of families wanting to get into caravanning simply just look at the engine specs and see 3.5t towing capabilities and think that’s all that needs to be considered.
Picked up my Platinum Everest a couple of weeks ago after a 7 month wait. I was originally going to order the Landcruiser 300, but the disappointing legroom for my 6'4" frame made me look elsewhere. I took a punt the new Everest would have more leg room for me and the second row behind, and I was right! I came from Mercedes GLC250 and wanted something more powerful and better off road, so I ordered the Platinum with the off road pack which includes 18" wheels, all terrain tyres and steel underbody protection. So far I'm very happy with the performance and the quality of the vehicle and I'm really hoping it stays that way :)
I am very happy somebody complemented my favourite car Ford Everest 2023 otherwise in India everybody loves fortuner. New Everest has adas sync 4a and much features which are not there in fortuner and gloster
I couldn’t agree more with your comment about not understanding why anyone would buy a Prado, the 2.8 diesel is especially rubbish. The Everest is now the clear leader in it’s segment.
The Prado is not even in the same class as the Everest, which is a ute based SUV, the Prado is not. We'll see in a few months how the sales for Everest compare to Prado's at over 2400 a month.
Hey Paul, quick one with the tricky buttons on the infotainment screen, don’t click on them, swipe up!! Just discovered this on my Wildtrak and it’s a game changer 👌
for those wondering about fuel economy... my real world usage on a new ranger wildtrak with the 2.0L is 10.1/100km and thats 1600km of mixed town, motorway, country roads etc in roughly equal parts. so the V6 is going to be a bit higher
How heavy loaded are you? Seems a little high? My 2021 hilux (which isn't really known for good economy) with the 2.8 does 9-9.3 with ~450 kg in the bed. Record is 7.6 but that is 70/90km/h country roads. I'm rarely over 10 if I'm not towing.
A good review Paul. I have owned 4 Prados since 2005 and enjoyed trouble free motoring. with all of them I travelled over 100 000km of rough gravel roads with my last Prado 3.0l TX diesel which now reads 220,000km's without problems. I really love the shape, styling and technology of the new Everest Platinum and had to great difficulty to choose between the two. The only concern I have is its reliability, service footprint and resale value of Ford. I decided to stick with what gives me the best peace of mind and opt for the slightly more expensive Prado 2.8GD VXL despite sharing the view that the Prado is ageing. In South Africa it maintains an excellent resale value because of its dependability, unlike the Ford which seems to be problematic after 150 000km's. I am nevertheless keen to see how the Everest will perform in the segment. An opportunity for a long term test review Paul?
Hi Paul, please add the below items to your new/next upcoming tests/reviews hands-on tests/show-and-tell on: - built-in Fan speed test with loudness - built-in Aircon cold test and speed test with loudness - usability on car/ute headlights in the dark - Kiddies/Babies car seat usability and adjustments - head room and leg room usability for pregnant mothers - central locking on doors and windows wind-up finger pinch prevention features if available
Yes, first models can be disastrous, but you have to remember that the dash, chassis and transmission options have all been fairly well proven in the 2022 Next Gen Ranger and Raptor models.
I’m a Toyota guy, but this Ford Design & all will change my thoughts as Toyota getting pricy this days. Value for money is visibly obvious. Great review Paul, always enjoyed your segment & well covered all section the buyer is looking.
how are you comparing one of the best quality cars on the world, with one of the brands with the most recalls in 2022???... fuck mate, americans are really something.
This ford's engine will be over stressed just like all other turbo engines. Toyota on the other hand tunes their engines with lower boost so that they last.
Mate, this video cemented my decision to get a new Everest. I got the Platinum, and pick it up this week. I just came back to finish the video, I didnt actually get through it all the first time before the decision was made. Great video.
Has it really gone that far though? 10 years plus you’ve been able to buy any of a dozen 4x4 utes and station wagons and drive them stock straight across the Simpson desert without issue. Nothing new that’s come out has really changed except a shit load of electrics and senors making it a lot more expensive to repair your ride. All the tech might make it easier for beginners but so much more to go wrong and it does go wrong.
Here's the important facts - similarly specced Toyota Prado Kakadu versus Ford Everest Platinum (which actually does have more features) - Prado $95k - Everest $85k. Engine output Prado 150kw & 500nm - Everest 184kw & 600nm. Tow capacity Prado 3 tonne - Everest 3.5 and what task are these two vehicles typically used for? Towing a large caravan, boat or trailer. Loved my Prado which I just sold because I prefer a lesser priced vehicle that will do the same job better, easier and safer. I wouldn't pull a caravan even close to the 3t of the Toyota which strictly limits van choice. Just my thoughts because I dont care it doesn't have a shark fin aerial or has words inscribed in the headlights ....
What a great review Paul. I have a Basic GX Prado on order for over 12 months and have been considering the 4 cyl Everest Trend due to my disappointment in no firm delivery date. I think you have helped me make my decision. I feel like if I stay with the Prado Im buying a reputation and not todays technology
I have had my new Everest Platinum for nearly 5 weeks now and have fitted it with ARB Old Man Emu suspension, bull bar, snorkel and 2nd battery. I have recently taken it from Adelaide to the Flinders Ranges and Pt Lincoln. The new Everest is brilliant. I have taken it on some pretty rough tracks in both areas and it performed beautifully. I would like to get BFG tyres but, at the moment, I can't get legal After Market wheel and tyre alternatives that don't protrude past the mud guards, as the 18" wheels and tyre sizes are specific to the new Everest. I have been told it will be early next year before they are available. Apart from that, it is a pleasure to drive. My previous 4x4 was the Everest Trend.
Great comment, good to hear mods are possible and ARB already able to fit to a new model like this. I’m assuming all modifications are ok warranty wise?
@@BW-nd5uc Hi, All the accessories from ARB are able to be fitted prior to taking delivery of the car and are included in the cars warranty. I chose to buy them after picking up the car, they are now covered by the ARB warranty and they don't interfere with the cars warranty. I am also waiting for ARB to bring out the long range fuel tank. Hopefully not long now.
01:55 The bonnet have two rubber stops that can turn in, or out, to adjust the hight of the bonnet. Nothing to do with built quality. If the bonnet pannel looks too low, turn the rubber out a bit until its level
Surprised no one did that on this example, but it may be something that normally happens at dealer pre-delivery, and so was missed for a press vehicle.
@@steved3702 When you pay $3000 for dealer delivery they might do this. Or they may do nothing except screw the number plates on and put fuel in the car LOL
Paul, I'm your greatest fan from Kenya. I never miss your videos. Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is regarded as the car for the great in this country. I wish to meet up with you one day man...
Thanks, Paul. Just love it. Your review just proves why. My only criticism is the all-so-somber black interior. In the previous gen, you could get a brown color, think they called it "Coganau", which looks and feel much more up-market. Two tones will look so much better. On the next test, could you open the glass roof, to see how easy or difficult it is to stand half-body above for a photo shot of that Lion charging towards you for lunch? Keep up the good reviews mate. We all enjoy it.
Next gen everest is the right choice for me....good price and tones of features and plenty of space. Great choice for family on and off road. Can't wait to get one soon. Thanks
That bonnet to guard fitment is normal on all cars and is adjustable. You just have to wind the little rubber bumpers out to adjust the bonnet up and sit flush. Good for when the cars get older and things start sagging you can adjust it tighter
I think the point here is you want to make sure the pre-delivery is done right, like, don't let the stupid comically large bow and the photo the dealer does with you distract you from checking these things
Great review. I’m on my third Prado and I’m switching to the Everest. My current Prado, a 2014 automatic left my stranded last weekend. The tranny is shot @ 136,000 k. Never towed anything, all maintenance were at the dealer. The new Prado (2024) is U$20,000 more expensive than the Everest Sport.
i still ordered Prado over Everest just because Prado is made in Japan and known for their built quality. Even interior of Prado was stunning with classic SUV style. Every parts were solid and it came with cool box as well. The leather quality in Prado was also better Imagine you are keeping the vehicle for at least 10 years, what would you buy?
10 years….hmmm… I guess it wouldn’t be anything diesel or petrol cos the BEV people are making sure that the politicos don’t get back into office unless the BEVs are the only thing on the road. When you threaten politicians with their jobs, everything tends to move quite fast.
That's my concern with Everest or Ranger. On paper better than the Toyota but unless you intend on ditching the Ford at the end of a lease what is the actual total cost of ownership (including depreciation) compared to the Toyotas for longer term ownership?
Hopefully the Everest crankshaft is a lot less likely to snap than in the Disco. Happened to us overtaking on a flat road 600Km from nearest tow truck at 100,000Km and 3 months out of warranty. JLR replaced the motor (>$25k), as they have had to do for hundreds of other owners globally.
This crank issue has been mentioned elsewhere, I think in the Ranger V6 review’s comments section. Had no idea this was a thing, seems really bad yet was not in the news much?
Another great review as always Paul! Pick of the segment for me and great to see KFC lovers can fit in the back! Dangerous saying anything bad about the prado, the fan boys come out with their pitchforks.
Toyota are always behind in technology. Ford have a poor reliability record for the ranger. Not keen to try this first. Prado will hold value and do the job. Also the prado has 140L fuel tank amd rear door spare wheel. Sure if you just use it as a soccer taxi that's fine but the prado is made for the outback.
Hi Paul, Great review. I bought exactly that model (2024 build) and in Equinox Bronze. From getting out of my 2020 Fortuner Crusade, this thing absolutely blows the Toyota out of the park. And agree, keep a spare set of off-road wheels & tyres if you are going to use it periodically in the bush or go for the option of 18's with off-road rubber. Lastly, can't stress enough, ONLY buy with the factory tow pack installed with the built-in controller.
Great review Paul. We've had an Everest Sport since 2020 and have a Platinum on order and can't wait. As good as the Sport has been, the 4cyl is a bit underdone in a large car like this so the V6 was a big carrot for me. The added luxury to what the current Sport offers is another reason we are upgrading.
There’s one on Carsales in Vic the same day the video comes out, it’s a Sport rrp of $69900 and the jerk is advertising it for $89900. The semiconductor shortage can’t end soon enough.
Best detailed review of this model I have watched. Had a deposit down for over a year against a new MUX 4x4 in philippines but still waiting. The New Everest has just arrived there, and now I have put down a deposit for one of these (its called Titanium in Fil). It only comes with the 4 cyl bi turbo. Having watched your review I have made up my mind to lose the deposit on the MUX....
Yep first thing I noticed on the trend we looked at was the bonnet was fitted on the piss, definitely wouldn’t take delivery like it was. Then I looked in the back of the Platnium and one of the speaker grills was hanging off on the rear most pillar. The glove box wouldn’t open easy on the trend either, fit and finish feels very slammed together.
Always best to wait 6-12 moths until manufactures iron out any kinks. Taking this further, buying second gen/late in model life cycle, the suppliers will have updated parts to address any failures.
Discovery 4 with SDV6 clocked 0-100 km/hr in 8.98 seconds with an 8 speed ZF gearbox. Kerb weight 2583 kg, which is more than the Platinum. Surprising the Everest Platinum with 10 speed gearbox and less weight is unable to beat the Discovery 4. I note that the Discovery 4 revs to redline when foot is on the carpet, but the Everest does not. Maybe this is intentional gearbox tuning to protect the engine.
Living in South Africa I would like the Everest in a PHEV model . Plug points 220v in it . With fast charger and run my home as we experience 8 hours black outs every day and it wont get better.i like this
Great review nice to see Lang Lang being used. Pre-orderd Everest Platinum on the 21" wheels in March shold be delivered December 2023, a bit of a wait at present but looking forward to it. If the Prado had a detuned V6 in it from the 300 series then I might have considered it, with the current model end of life into next year some time the Everest is on its own at the moment. The Platinum is great valuse and the interior looks beautiful, only things not so goow is the bland centre area which could do with some wood accents since it is the same in all the models and there are no height adjustable seat belts in this model.
Man Prado reliability is unmatched and its proven for many years... I'm scared to choose the new Everest because I've heard some people has problem with their new Everest.
I look forward to the day payload capacity and night-driving will be given more attention by reviewers. This is the most comprehensive of the lot though. Great job, Paul!
Felt kinda sad buying the isuzu mux over this. But when I drove my friend's everest the main difference would be the more advanced tech on the everest. Mainly the dashboard and infotainment system. Drive comfort and everything else are similar and I preferred the bigger cab of the mux. Planning to buy everest if it ever released v6 in my country tho.
I am a current Ford Flex owner and oh my god I absolutely need this in my life. It's a shame it's not in the US but 🤞🤞 I may have to preorder my first car lmao
I see a lot of comments about Ute based and seems like Prado lovers are offended. This one is Ute based but not exactly a Ute. When someone is going to buy a Prado, they will look for other options to compare and this is definitely in that class.
I saw those side steps at my local ford on the demo. Either someone had stepped on the metal trim or had hit the kerb as it was bent down. Not great quality. You are right to question them.
Checked out the Ranger last week. Certainly a reasonable option and will be a big seller. I noticed the interior looks nice in pictures and the screen is impressive in person but the materials still seems quite cheap with some flimsy choices throughout.
I have already placed an order for a Prado VX, and I wish it had some of the features this Ford has. Ford looks a lot more advanced technically even though i don't fancy the big screen where all controls are placed. Toyota needs to lift it game really.
Iv got the everest sport coming end of November went for a test drive the other wkn in one was great. Will be a good family car. But why will no one address the adblue tank it is in a bad spot with no bash plate. If you won't to take it on some hard tracks I would be very careful .
A great review, very non biased. I own and drive a new Prado, it does have its flaws. However i cant find myself buying a ford anytime soon. Ford isnt really known for its reliabilty and with quite a few issues with the new fords trickling through it is slight cause for concern with me. If you like a Ford buy one, but for me i know what i am going to get with a Toyota.
I had a Series 5 Y62 Patrol thatnI absolutely loved, but its such a large car. Great for touring, not so good for an everyday car. My Platinum is due next week
@@lachiehill1792 great brother....i take a patrol all day everyday..loved it,very comfy vehicle...whats shocking me is new ford everest cost 80k,which i definitely buy patrol rather then that junk everest 😂
Is the current 4x4 Everest registered as a MC classified (4x4) vehicle? Don’t think you can put legal lifts / tires on them if they have the standard MA….
Hi, for what it`s worth, I am 77, South African, and have had a few Fords of yesteryear which were very dependable. To go back even further, my late Dad was a truck driver in the SADF in WW2. He drove a 1939 Ford 5 ton troop carrier truck from my hometown of Port Elizabeth at the very bottom tip of Africa, through the untamed wilds of Africa and the desert battlefields of North Africa, to El Alamien, Tobruk, Sudan, Tunisia, Libya and into Cairo, Egypt. Without any trouble. As you may gather, my Dad only ever bought Fords in his lifetime.
Why do they not put the rear wiper on the top instead of on the bottom. The spare wheel is also in a difficult place under the boot - no other options for it?
The thing that will let this down is Ford themselves. Having dealt with Ford with issues over brand new cars (Territory, Falcon, Focus and Everest) and their absolutely appalling after sales service, this is why I bought a Prado. And you can bet your very bottom dollar that in 5-10years the Prado will continue to be a sought after used vehicle working at 100%. Whereas unfortunately the Everest will not. Yes the Everest is glitzy and has the wow factor, but it simply isn’t the medium to long term proposition of the Prado.
Have you noticed the gap under the steering column? You can see right through to the white paint on the fire wall. I hope they fix this on the 2024 model
Hey guys, great review and very informative. I've watched both the TREND and the PLATINUM reviews, but would like to know when or if you guys will be doing the SPOTS review?
Additionally most of the system response lagging are caused of ‘AI learning’ which means we as a owner needs to give some time for the infotainment to learning our interact habits.
It frustrates me that in this day and age and with the processing power microchips have, that they didn’t put a chip in that powers the centre screen smoothly. For 80k and considering it’s the centrepiece of the car, I would expect it to run smooth. Where else did they cut corners if they can’t even do that?
It’s endlessly frustrating that these cars aren’t sold in the U.K.! The only similar cars we have is the Ssangyong Rexton and the Toyota Landcruiser (Prado to everyone else) and that’s around 50% more costly than the Rexton.
I was really looking forward to Paul’s Everest review. Paul makes these videos easy to watch. I just wish that it was released sooner. Ford has done a great job with next gen Everest. In my opinion the sport version is the pick of the bunch.
Good review as always Paul, but as a keen 4wd’er and camper trailer towing family, a major point you’re missing in all these Ute-based 4wd reviews is discussing payload. Sure this has a hefty V6 that will tow 3.5t comfortably but when the payload (GVM less kerb weight) is only 649kg for this model, chuck a 3.5t van on the back and suddenly your usable payload (considering 10% of the trailer mass is tow ball weight) is down to just 299kg. Let’s say like most campers, you’re running a bullbar, towbar, roof rack and aggressive all terrain tyre’s that will at a minimum chop into 150 kg of your remaining payload, leaving just 149kg for passengers and luggage. Now for arguments sake, most people won’t tow the full 3.5t and will likely sit somewhere between 2.5t and 3.0t, still based off the above figures, at best you’re looking at just 200kg for passengers and luggage that will be chewed up quickly with 2 adults and a couple of kids and luggage. It might surprise you that the Prado and MU-X sit in similar camps while the 4cyl Everest Trend and Pajero Sport are up above 700kg. This is just a point that no journalist ever mentions and is a point worth noting considering the majority of families wanting to get into caravanning simply just look at the engine specs and see 3.5t towing capabilities and think that’s all that needs to be considered.
Picked up my Platinum Everest a couple of weeks ago after a 7 month wait. I was originally going to order the Landcruiser 300, but the disappointing legroom for my 6'4" frame made me look elsewhere. I took a punt the new Everest would have more leg room for me and the second row behind, and I was right!
I came from Mercedes GLC250 and wanted something more powerful and better off road, so I ordered the Platinum with the off road pack which includes 18" wheels, all terrain tyres and steel underbody protection. So far I'm very happy with the performance and the quality of the vehicle and I'm really hoping it stays that way :)
Serious offroad?
I am very happy somebody complemented my favourite car Ford Everest 2023 otherwise in India everybody loves fortuner. New Everest has adas sync 4a and much features which are not there in fortuner and gloster
How much did you pay for drive away
@@richardsondiamond1905 it was around $87,000 on the road.
FINALLY, I was looking for someone who can compare everest with lc300 and your comment helped a lot.
I couldn’t agree more with your comment about not understanding why anyone would buy a Prado, the 2.8 diesel is especially rubbish. The Everest is now the clear leader in it’s segment.
The Prado is not even in the same class as the Everest, which is a ute based SUV, the Prado is not. We'll see in a few months how the sales for Everest compare to Prado's at over 2400 a month.
They’re both in the SUV large VFACTS segment.
This ford is Thai made and rubbish with problematic probes gearbox
How can the visibility be good out of the rear?? There are two huge blind spots. No match to the Pajero’s superb all round visibility!!
Even the MUX is better than prado when you look at The inclusions in Toyota
Hey Paul, quick one with the tricky buttons on the infotainment screen, don’t click on them, swipe up!! Just discovered this on my Wildtrak and it’s a game changer 👌
for those wondering about fuel economy... my real world usage on a new ranger wildtrak with the 2.0L is 10.1/100km and thats 1600km of mixed town, motorway, country roads etc in roughly equal parts. so the V6 is going to be a bit higher
How heavy loaded are you? Seems a little high?
My 2021 hilux (which isn't really known for good economy) with the 2.8 does 9-9.3 with ~450 kg in the bed.
Record is 7.6 but that is 70/90km/h country roads.
I'm rarely over 10 if I'm not towing.
Yep, 9 to 9.3 my 2022 Fortuner and 9.4 towing 8x5 tandem
My discovery 4 with the earlier gen of the 3l v6 gets 10/100… So not really higher and the landy isn’t the most aerodynamic shape
You need around 15000km to start getting accurate readings. Engine is still running in
That’s presuming the car has the exact same coefficients
A good review Paul. I have owned 4 Prados since 2005 and enjoyed trouble free motoring. with all of them I travelled over 100 000km of rough gravel roads with my last Prado 3.0l TX diesel which now reads 220,000km's without problems. I really love the shape, styling and technology of the new Everest Platinum and had to great difficulty to choose between the two. The only concern I have is its reliability, service footprint and resale value of Ford. I decided to stick with what gives me the best peace of mind and opt for the slightly more expensive Prado 2.8GD VXL despite sharing the view that the Prado is ageing. In South Africa it maintains an excellent resale value because of its dependability, unlike the Ford which seems to be problematic after 150 000km's. I am nevertheless keen to see how the Everest will perform in the segment. An opportunity for a long term test review Paul?
Hi Paul, please add the below items to your new/next upcoming tests/reviews hands-on tests/show-and-tell on:
- built-in Fan speed test with loudness
- built-in Aircon cold test and speed test with loudness
- usability on car/ute headlights in the dark
- Kiddies/Babies car seat usability and adjustments
- head room and leg room usability for pregnant mothers
- central locking on doors and windows wind-up finger pinch prevention features if available
It's very good looking inside and out, for me the best in the segment by miles. I'm nervous to buy the first year of a new model though.
Yes, first models can be disastrous, but you have to remember that the dash, chassis and transmission options have all been fairly well proven in the 2022 Next Gen Ranger and Raptor models.
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I’m a Toyota guy, but this Ford Design & all will change my thoughts as Toyota getting pricy this days. Value for money is visibly obvious. Great review Paul, always enjoyed your segment & well covered all section the buyer is looking.
Toyota as well but this vehicle seem solid and amazing. Love the tech inside and interior. Toyota is way behind in the interior
how are you comparing one of the best quality cars on the world, with one of the brands with the most recalls in 2022???... fuck mate, americans are really something.
This ford's engine will be over stressed just like all other turbo engines. Toyota on the other hand tunes their engines with lower boost so that they last.
@@neerenmoodley4897 Would you say the interior of a vehicle is more important? Just curious to get your thoughts behind this
Mate, this video cemented my decision to get a new Everest. I got the Platinum, and pick it up this week. I just came back to finish the video, I didnt actually get through it all the first time before the decision was made. Great video.
Buying the sport and tested the other day! Omg in love! It’s like driving on a cloud! I can not wait! Luv the review
Advancement in off road vehicles in the last 10 years really is impressive.
Ford is a great vehicle. Its fun to drive bit the problem is reliability and parts specially the transmission. Btw, Good review
Has it really gone that far though? 10 years plus you’ve been able to buy any of a dozen 4x4 utes and station wagons and drive them stock straight across the Simpson desert without issue. Nothing new that’s come out has really changed except a shit load of electrics and senors making it a lot more expensive to repair your ride.
All the tech might make it easier for beginners but so much more to go wrong and it does go wrong.
Thanks Paul for the great review. In my opinion, the missing model from the everest range is the Trend with the 3.0L V6 engine.
Here's the important facts - similarly specced Toyota Prado Kakadu versus Ford Everest Platinum (which actually does have more features) - Prado $95k - Everest $85k. Engine output Prado 150kw & 500nm - Everest 184kw & 600nm. Tow capacity Prado 3 tonne - Everest 3.5 and what task are these two vehicles typically used for? Towing a large caravan, boat or trailer. Loved my Prado which I just sold because I prefer a lesser priced vehicle that will do the same job better, easier and safer. I wouldn't pull a caravan even close to the 3t of the Toyota which strictly limits van choice. Just my thoughts because I dont care it doesn't have a shark fin aerial or has words inscribed in the headlights ....
Why do you guys can only tow 3 ton with the prado in Europe it’s the normal 3.5 tonne
Australian auto journalist “light off-roading” would be extreme by our typical American auto journalists. Good stuff
What a great review Paul. I have a Basic GX Prado on order for over 12 months and have been considering the 4 cyl Everest Trend due to my disappointment in no firm delivery date. I think you have helped me make my decision. I feel like if I stay with the Prado Im buying a reputation and not todays technology
The Prado desperately needs an upgrade like the 300 series.
Don't buy western stuff with that hackable technology
Great review. I hope Ford is watching and brings this to the states!
I have had my new Everest Platinum for nearly 5 weeks now and have fitted it with ARB Old Man Emu suspension, bull bar, snorkel and 2nd battery. I have recently taken it from Adelaide to the Flinders Ranges and Pt Lincoln. The new Everest is brilliant. I have taken it on some pretty rough tracks in both areas and it performed beautifully. I would like to get BFG tyres but, at the moment, I can't get legal After Market wheel and tyre alternatives that don't protrude past the mud guards, as the 18" wheels and tyre sizes are specific to the new Everest. I have been told it will be early next year before they are available. Apart from that, it is a pleasure to drive. My previous 4x4 was the Everest Trend.
Great comment, good to hear mods are possible and ARB already able to fit to a new model like this. I’m assuming all modifications are ok warranty wise?
@@BW-nd5uc Hi, All the accessories from ARB are able to be fitted prior to taking delivery of the car and are included in the cars warranty. I chose to buy them after picking up the car, they are now covered by the ARB warranty and they don't interfere with the cars warranty. I am also waiting for ARB to bring out the long range fuel tank. Hopefully not long now.
Thank you great to know
01:55 The bonnet have two rubber stops that can turn in, or out, to adjust the hight of the bonnet. Nothing to do with built quality. If the bonnet pannel looks too low, turn the rubber out a bit until its level
Surprised no one did that on this example, but it may be something that normally happens at dealer pre-delivery, and so was missed for a press vehicle.
@@steved3702 When you pay $3000 for dealer delivery they might do this. Or they may do nothing except screw the number plates on and put fuel in the car LOL
@@billybob6943 Wait! You got fuel? 😁
Phew. I was thinking I’d there a design flaw but I’ve seen 2 in showrooms and they were perfect
Paul, I'm your greatest fan from Kenya. I never miss your videos. Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is regarded as the car for the great in this country. I wish to meet up with you one day man...
We regularly get 6.8 per hundred in our 2.0TT 2019 Everest - then 14-15 towing a 20 foot caravan.
Solid numbers. 6.8/100. Is it just Hwy?
@@shanea9613 Yes Bairnsdale to Narberthong via Noogee. We are lucky enough not to live in a City.
I don't think I've ever been so hyped for a video ever
Another great review Paul. Ford certainly put their A team into the new Ranger/Everest and I reckon the Everest is a good looking rig
Me: Watching from the U.S…”What is a Ford Everest”? 😂 I wish it was available in our market, looks like a great suv!
It could be Ford’s answer to the 4runner for the US market! There’s no other mid sized truck based SUVs that I know of
Americans are quite good at making pathetic vehicles by the way.
Thanks, Paul. Just love it. Your review just proves why. My only criticism is the all-so-somber black interior. In the previous gen, you could get a brown color, think they called it "Coganau", which looks and feel much more up-market. Two tones will look so much better. On the next test, could you open the glass roof, to see how easy or difficult it is to stand half-body above for a photo shot of that Lion charging towards you for lunch? Keep up the good reviews mate. We all enjoy it.
Next gen everest is the right choice for me....good price and tones of features and plenty of space. Great choice for family on and off road. Can't wait to get one soon. Thanks
Bhai india to chodke chali gai ford....we are stuck with the same ol endeavour 2.0 🥹
Excellent review as always Paul! Can’t wait to have one soon. I do hope you can also test out the other features and tech too
That bonnet to guard fitment is normal on all cars and is adjustable. You just have to wind the little rubber bumpers out to adjust the bonnet up and sit flush. Good for when the cars get older and things start sagging you can adjust it tighter
I think the point here is you want to make sure the pre-delivery is done right, like, don't let the stupid comically large bow and the photo the dealer does with you distract you from checking these things
Better than fortuner and pajero sport 😊😊
Great review. I’m on my third Prado and I’m switching to the Everest. My current Prado, a 2014 automatic left my stranded last weekend. The tranny is shot @ 136,000 k. Never towed anything, all maintenance were at the dealer. The new Prado (2024) is U$20,000 more expensive than the Everest Sport.
i still ordered Prado over Everest just because Prado is made in Japan and known for their built quality. Even interior of Prado was stunning with classic SUV style. Every parts were solid and it came with cool box as well. The leather quality in Prado was also better
Imagine you are keeping the vehicle for at least 10 years, what would you buy?
10 years….hmmm… I guess it wouldn’t be anything diesel or petrol cos the BEV people are making sure that the politicos don’t get back into office unless the BEVs are the only thing on the road. When you threaten politicians with their jobs, everything tends to move quite fast.
I agree and just ordered a Prado.
That's my concern with Everest or Ranger. On paper better than the Toyota but unless you intend on ditching the Ford at the end of a lease what is the actual total cost of ownership (including depreciation) compared to the Toyotas for longer term ownership?
Same just ordered The Prado
Strong resale and reliability Proven! A 2017 Kakadu with 100ks is still pulling 80k hmmm go figure
Things change… maybe just maybe the Prado was the best, but now it’s not.
Excellent Review, Paul. I was waiting for your review :)
Phenomenal SUV 👌🏾 thoroughly impressive allround. The performance and it's weight looks to be on par with the LR Disco 4 SDV6. I love it ❤️
Hopefully the Everest crankshaft is a lot less likely to snap than in the Disco. Happened to us overtaking on a flat road 600Km from nearest tow truck at 100,000Km and 3 months out of warranty. JLR replaced the motor (>$25k), as they have had to do for hundreds of other owners globally.
This crank issue has been mentioned elsewhere, I think in the Ranger V6 review’s comments section. Had no idea this was a thing, seems really bad yet was not in the news much?
Another great review as always Paul! Pick of the segment for me and great to see KFC lovers can fit in the back! Dangerous saying anything bad about the prado, the fan boys come out with their pitchforks.
🤣🤣🤣
Toyota are always behind in technology. Ford have a poor reliability record for the ranger. Not keen to try this first. Prado will hold value and do the job. Also the prado has 140L fuel tank amd rear door spare wheel. Sure if you just use it as a soccer taxi that's fine but the prado is made for the outback.
Watching this minutes after placing an order for the same model 😅
How long do you have to wait for your order?
Approx 10-12 months
Hi Paul, Great review. I bought exactly that model (2024 build) and in Equinox Bronze. From getting out of my 2020 Fortuner Crusade, this thing absolutely blows the Toyota out of the park. And agree, keep a spare set of off-road wheels & tyres if you are going to use it periodically in the bush or go for the option of 18's with off-road rubber. Lastly, can't stress enough, ONLY buy with the factory tow pack installed with the built-in controller.
I have just purchased and received this car, absolutely amazing!!! ❤
Great Video...
Suggestion on the next vid..
Probably a comparison review and offroad test between the Everest Platinum and Toyota Prado V6.
There is NO V6 Toyota Prado in Australia! It’s a 4-cyl Turbo diesel only.
@@johncanalese588 Okay mate
4 Cyl Comparison test then
Great review Paul. We've had an Everest Sport since 2020 and have a Platinum on order and can't wait. As good as the Sport has been, the 4cyl is a bit underdone in a large car like this so the V6 was a big carrot for me. The added luxury to what the current Sport offers is another reason we are upgrading.
Very underated channel !
You cant really ask for more in a car review. I've just ordered one of these and this is so good to watch while I wait....a year for the car 😂
Everest is just stunning now... beautiful!
Would love to see the Sport with the Offroad Pack. 👍
There’s one on Carsales in Vic the same day the video comes out, it’s a Sport rrp of $69900 and the jerk is advertising it for $89900. The semiconductor shortage can’t end soon enough.
Only profits if someone stupid enough to pay that price😄
Best detailed review of this model I have watched. Had a deposit down for over a year against a new MUX 4x4 in philippines but still waiting. The New Everest has just arrived there, and now I have put down a deposit for one of these (its called Titanium in Fil). It only comes with the 4 cyl bi turbo. Having watched your review I have made up my mind to lose the deposit on the MUX....
Good choice! And thanks for watching!
I really really hope they bring out an Everest Raptor. If they do, I’m first in line.
Yep first thing I noticed on the trend we looked at was the bonnet was fitted on the piss, definitely wouldn’t take delivery like it was.
Then I looked in the back of the Platnium and one of the speaker grills was hanging off on the rear most pillar.
The glove box wouldn’t open easy on the trend either, fit and finish feels very slammed together.
Always best to wait 6-12 moths until manufactures iron out any kinks. Taking this further, buying second gen/late in model life cycle, the suppliers will have updated parts to address any failures.
Great review Paul. I'm surprised you didn't test the Active Park Assist feature and the auto engine start via the app on the Platinum??
Discovery 4 with SDV6 clocked 0-100 km/hr in 8.98 seconds with an 8 speed ZF gearbox. Kerb weight 2583 kg, which is more than the Platinum. Surprising the Everest Platinum with 10 speed gearbox and less weight is unable to beat the Discovery 4. I note that the Discovery 4 revs to redline when foot is on the carpet, but the Everest does not. Maybe this is intentional gearbox tuning to protect the engine.
SDV6 means it has a low pressure turbo and a high pressure one stupid. How can you even compare the two?
Living in South Africa I would like the Everest in a PHEV model . Plug points 220v in it . With fast charger and run my home as we experience 8 hours black outs every day and it wont get better.i like this
Great review nice to see Lang Lang being used. Pre-orderd Everest Platinum on the 21" wheels in March shold be delivered December 2023, a bit of a wait at present but looking forward to it. If the Prado had a detuned V6 in it from the 300 series then I might have considered it, with the current model end of life into next year some time the Everest is on its own at the moment. The Platinum is great valuse and the interior looks beautiful, only things not so goow is the bland centre area which could do with some wood accents since it is the same in all the models and there are no height adjustable seat belts in this model.
Lang lang??
@@jerrymyahzcat Lang Lang was the test track for Holden. Its in Victoria. Massive proving ground for new vehicle development.
Man Prado reliability is unmatched and its proven for many years... I'm scared to choose the new Everest because I've heard some people has problem with their new Everest.
I look forward to the day payload capacity and night-driving will be given more attention by reviewers. This is the most comprehensive of the lot though. Great job, Paul!
This is the only car channel that speaks to KFC-loving men like myself. Thanks Paul!
Felt kinda sad buying the isuzu mux over this. But when I drove my friend's everest the main difference would be the more advanced tech on the everest. Mainly the dashboard and infotainment system. Drive comfort and everything else are similar and I preferred the bigger cab of the mux. Planning to buy everest if it ever released v6 in my country tho.
The MUX has a bigger cab? That’s surprising.
@@choirhunter Are you referring to mu-X 2022? I heard that mux-2023 comes with coil spring suspension
@@shabala8586 try it , you might as well be on a blender
@@choirhunter it actually wasn't, or maybe the roads in your place is hella crooked
@@Rockbottomsurf 3rd row is way bigger than everest's
Paul, I like the chassis flex test you do. Did I miss it here?
From South Africa....Love it!
No mention of the sun roof?
My wife has the platinum on order and I have the raptor, both due 2023
Very underated channel ! Love the hardness test spreadsheet. Would love to have a noise level db spreadsheet too!
Great review, appreciate your effort 👍🏼
Hope they bring it to the USA 50000 for a platinum. Not bad at all considering this market
I am a current Ford Flex owner and oh my god I absolutely need this in my life. It's a shame it's not in the US but 🤞🤞 I may have to preorder my first car lmao
I see a lot of comments about Ute based and seems like Prado lovers are offended. This one is Ute based but not exactly a Ute. When someone is going to buy a Prado, they will look for other options to compare and this is definitely in that class.
Spot on!
This is awesome! I wish this was in the USA!! A Raptor version would be SICK!!!
I saw those side steps at my local ford on the demo. Either someone had stepped on the metal trim or had hit the kerb as it was bent down. Not great quality. You are right to question them.
Been waiting for this one!! ❤
Checked out the Ranger last week. Certainly a reasonable option and will be a big seller. I noticed the interior looks nice in pictures and the screen is impressive in person but the materials still seems quite cheap with some flimsy choices throughout.
I thought the exact same. I’m a stickler for these flimsy feeling plastics and for $80k I would expect some more premium feeling materials.
its just a ute, designed for rough work.
thats why if iwant a review i come to your channel thank you
Was waiting for the review. Please if you can , do a comparison between the previous gen and current gen of the Ranger and Everest
I have already placed an order for a Prado VX, and I wish it had some of the features this Ford has. Ford looks a lot more advanced technically even though i don't fancy the big screen where all controls are placed. Toyota needs to lift it game really.
Toyota do need to lift there game on tech but you made the right decision with the Prado.
@@rob3518 haha, thanks for your comments. that's reassuring.
They have dials for volume etc as well as the touchscreen.
@@Rockbottomsurf i did notice them, but operating on that screen when your eyesight is not so great could be painful while driving.
A comprehensive review. I wasn't a fan of the new model but after that review I've changed my mind. Fantastic.
I wish we could get this (and a host of other off road models) in the US
Your reviews are first class 👍
Iv got the everest sport coming end of November went for a test drive the other wkn in one was great. Will be a good family car. But why will no one address the adblue tank it is in a bad spot with no bash plate. If you won't to take it on some hard tracks I would be very careful .
A great review, very non biased. I own and drive a new Prado, it does have its flaws. However i cant find myself buying a ford anytime soon. Ford isnt really known for its reliabilty and with quite a few issues with the new fords trickling through it is slight cause for concern with me. If you like a Ford buy one, but for me i know what i am going to get with a Toyota.
Man thats a thing of beauty😍
Looking forward to the Sport review
love the design so big and beefy
Price close to patrol...its gonna be tough call to make...great review by the way 🤘🏻🤘🏻
I had a Series 5 Y62 Patrol thatnI absolutely loved, but its such a large car. Great for touring, not so good for an everyday car. My Platinum is due next week
@@lachiehill1792 great brother....i take a patrol all day everyday..loved it,very comfy vehicle...whats shocking me is new ford everest cost 80k,which i definitely buy patrol rather then that junk everest 😂
Is the current 4x4 Everest registered as a MC classified (4x4) vehicle? Don’t think you can put legal lifts / tires on them if they have the standard MA….
Have been waiting for this from a long time.
Thanks
My mechanic keeps telling “me do not buy a ford”..he twitches when he sais it😂
Your the expert Paul .....well done mate
This is awesome beautiful, my only hesitation is that the ford vehicles of yesteryear isn’t that dependable!
Hi, for what it`s worth, I am 77, South African, and have had a few Fords of yesteryear which were very dependable. To go back even further, my late Dad was a truck driver in the SADF in WW2. He drove a 1939 Ford 5 ton troop carrier truck from my hometown of Port Elizabeth at the very bottom tip of Africa, through the untamed wilds of Africa and the desert battlefields of North Africa, to El Alamien, Tobruk, Sudan, Tunisia, Libya and into Cairo, Egypt.
Without any trouble. As you may gather, my Dad only ever bought Fords in his lifetime.
Great review Paul can’t wait to see sport review probably awesome as well way to go
Why do they not put the rear wiper on the top instead of on the bottom. The spare wheel is also in a difficult place under the boot - no other options for it?
15:03 That "over engineered" feature is a divider for your groceries so they don't roll around
The thing that will let this down is Ford themselves. Having dealt with Ford with issues over brand new cars (Territory, Falcon, Focus and Everest) and their absolutely appalling after sales service, this is why I bought a Prado. And you can bet your very bottom dollar that in 5-10years the Prado will continue to be a sought after used vehicle working at 100%. Whereas unfortunately the Everest will not. Yes the Everest is glitzy and has the wow factor, but it simply isn’t the medium to long term proposition of the Prado.
Well done Paul, comprehensive review much more detailed from what I have seen from other sites.
Best reviews by far. Something no one asks or mentions is if the Everest requires adblue?
Other vehicle testers have got the V6 Sport model:
0-100 to around 8.4sec
0-60 is 4.1 sec
60-100 is 6.7sec
Which one is that?
The maccas chips had me 😂😂 good review like always mate
Have you noticed the gap under the steering column? You can see right through to the white paint on the fire wall. I hope they fix this on the 2024 model
So much better looking than US version Explorer or Expedition (or any Ford SUVs in the states right now)
Hey guys, great review and very informative. I've watched both the TREND and the PLATINUM reviews, but would like to know when or if you guys will be doing the SPOTS review?
I would say the rubber cushion pot inside the bonnet can resolve the issue of not align with the fender.
Additionally most of the system response lagging are caused of ‘AI learning’ which means we as a owner needs to give some time for the infotainment to learning our interact habits.
who is missing this beast in INDIA?
It frustrates me that in this day and age and with the processing power microchips have, that they didn’t put a chip in that powers the centre screen smoothly. For 80k and considering it’s the centrepiece of the car, I would expect it to run smooth. Where else did they cut corners if they can’t even do that?
One of the best car reviews, well done 👌🏼
It’s endlessly frustrating that these cars aren’t sold in the U.K.! The only similar cars we have is the Ssangyong Rexton and the Toyota Landcruiser (Prado to everyone else) and that’s around 50% more costly than the Rexton.
I was really looking forward to Paul’s Everest review. Paul makes these videos easy to watch. I just wish that it was released sooner. Ford has done a great job with next gen Everest. In my opinion the sport version is the pick of the bunch.