Toyota Corolla Cross vs Ford Everest, Real Data Reveals Where the Gap Lies

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare 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 on research.

Price and Versions

Toyota Corolla Cross OTR price in Malaysia is RM 133,800 - 148,800, totaling 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.

Ford Everest OTR price in Malaysia is RM 266,338 - 430,838, totaling 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 pricing perspective, Toyota Corolla Cross's starting price is indeed RM 132,538 cheaper than Ford Everest. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be mindful, the few thousand cheaper, might involve trade-offs in features, specifically depends on your needs.

Power and Fuel Consumption

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

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

Regarding power, Ford Everest's 2.5L Diesel has 47 more horsepower than Toyota Corolla Cross's 1.5L Turbo. However, for daily city driving, both cars have sufficient power, you won't feel any lack of power.

Safety Features

Toyota Corolla Cross safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include TSS (PCS, LDA, ACC, LTA).

Ford Everest safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Co-Pilot360.

Both cars have the same safety rating, in this class safety features are quite comprehensive. Safety of new cars nowadays is not bad, no need to worry too much about this point.

Maintenance and Care

Toyota Corolla Cross warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Ford Everest warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, Toyota Corolla Cross and Ford Everest are both very good car models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. It is recommended to do research, compare quotes from several car dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending time doing research will never be wrong.