Nine things you need to know about the new Ford Everest - Drive
1 – Everest represents the future of Ford Australia. While Ford will shut down its manufacturing plant, the company's Victorian engineering, design and development hub will stay open as a key element of the blue oval's Asia-Pacific network. Local engineers had a huge role in the design and development of Everest , something that will continue to be the case for future models to come. 2 – Think of this as Ranger wagon. The Everest shares its engine and underpinnings with Ford's new Ranger ute , though it is more than a dual-cab Ranger with an extra couple of seats in the back. Ford will sell the new model in three trim lines ranging from $54,990 to $76,990. That makes it dearer than its entry level Toyota Prado ($51,990), Colorado 7 ($47,490) and Isuzu MU-X ($47,800) competitors. Ford defends the model by saying it has more standard equipment than most of its rivals. While no doubt ready for everyday duty, Ford has given the Everest serious off-road ability you won't find in softer rivals such as the Toyota Kluger. Source: www.drive.com.au
