Toyota Corolla Cross vs Ford Everest: Which One Is More Worth Buying?

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Toyota Corolla Cross and Ford Everest when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time doing research.

Price and Versions

The Toyota Corolla Cross OTR price in Malaysia is RM 133,800 - 148,800. There are a total of 3 versions, including 2026 HEV 1.8L GR Sport (RM 148,800), 2026 HEV 1.8L Standard (RM 140,800), 2026 1.8L Standard (RM 133,800) etc.

The Ford Everest OTR price in Malaysia is RM 266,338 - 430,838. There are a total of 6 versions, including 2026 3.0T 4WD Platinum (RM 430,838), 2026 2.0T 4WD Platinum (RM 348,838), 2026 2.0T 4WD Sport (RM 316,838) etc.

From a price perspective, the Toyota Corolla Cross starting price is indeed RM 132,538 cheaper than the Ford Everest. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be aware that the few thousand Ringgit saved might come with trade-offs in features; it depends on your specific needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

Toyota Corolla Cross is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

Ford Everest is equipped with 2.5L Diesel, 187 hp. Official fuel consumption 8.5 L/100km.

In terms of power, the Ford Everest 2.5L Diesel has 47 more horsepower than the Toyota Corolla Cross 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power and you won't feel like they lack power.

Space and Comfort

Toyota Corolla Cross body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Ford Everest body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, and the interior space difference is not significant. For this class of car, it is completely sufficient for daily use.

Features and Technology

Toyota Corolla Cross adopts FWD drive mode.

Ford Everest adopts FWD drive mode.

Both cars have the same drive mode, both are FWD, and the daily driving experience will not differ too much.

Conclusion

Overall, the Toyota Corolla Cross and Ford Everest are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest you do your research, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then go for a test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major event; spending some time on research will definitely not be wrong.