The Ford Everest: Big, Bold and Built for Australia

Business, Cars
July 15, 2025

The Ford Everest: Big, Bold and Built for Australia

By Henry Tilman

Big, Bold and Built for Australia

You can’t miss the Ford Everest on our roads. This beast of an SUV, born and bred for Aussie conditions, has been turning heads since 2003. It’s the kind of car that feels just as at home on the school run as it does tackling a remote outback track.

What makes the Everest special is how it handles both worlds: family life and serious off-roading. Sharing DNA with its tough cousin, the Ranger ute, it has the muscle for the rough stuff but wraps it all in a package that won’t feel out of place at your local café.

Strong Sales in a Tough Segment

The numbers tell an interesting story. According to GoAuto’s 2024 VFACTS summary, Ford sold 17,223 Everests last year, placing it just outside the top ten in one of the most competitive segments on the market.

That’s impressive for a vehicle that doesn’t try to be everything to everyone. Instead, it has carved out a niche for buyers who need a family wagon that also functions as a capable 4WD and towing rig.

Engineered in Australia, for Australia

Here’s what really sets the Everest apart. Unlike many SUVs adapted for local conditions, the Everest was actually developed in Australia. Ford’s engineering team tested it here to make sure it could withstand everything our climate and terrain could throw at it. That Aussie-led development process is showcased on the Ford Australia Everest page, where they highlight its capability across highways, beaches and bush tracks.

The latest generation, which arrived in 2022, brought major upgrades in capability, comfort and technology. It features a proper four-wheel drive system, off-road tools like a rear locking differential, and a rugged ladder-frame chassis that makes it more than just a soft-roader.

Tough on the Outside, Smart on the Inside

Step inside the Everest and it’s a different story. There’s room for seven, a sleek digital instrument cluster, and a massive 12-inch touchscreen that puts all your controls within easy reach. Higher trims like the Titanium and Platinum add premium finishes without losing their practical edge.

You can explore the full list of features on the official Ford Everest specifications page, including the latest safety tech, infotainment, and interior layout options.

Built to Handle Anything

Although it rolls off the production line in Thailand, the Everest has Aussie blood running through its veins. Ford’s local testing ensures it can handle corrugated roads, beach tracks and everything in between with confidence.

Ford also backs the Everest with a five-year unlimited kilometre warranty and its Service Price Promise program, so you know what you’ll pay for servicing ahead of time. That peace of mind is a big win for families who rely on their car to do it al

Final Thoughts

The Everest isn’t the cheapest seven-seater out there, but it offers something most family SUVs don’t. Genuine off-road ability without compromising on comfort or practicality.

If you need a vehicle that can tow a caravan up the coast one weekend and do school drop-offs the next, the Ford Everest is hard to beat. It’s a proper 4WD that understands what Aussie families really need.