What is it?
The current Everest sits on the T6.2 ladder-frame platform shared with the next-gen Ranger, built in Thailand and tuned for Australian buyers from the ground up. Two engines on offer: the 2.0L Bi-Turbo and the headline 3.0L V6 turbo-diesel.
The lineup runs from Ambiente 2.0BiT 4x2 at $54,240 plus on-roads, through to Platinum V6 4WD at $81,200 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
V6 turbo-diesel with 600 Nm and 3,500 kg braked tow. Adult-usable third row, genuine 4WD with low range and rear locker on most grades, SYNC 4A 12-inch portrait screen.
No hybrid or PHEV option, diesel only. Ride is firmer than a Prado on patchy roads, and the 5-year warranty trails Korean rivals at 7 years.
Should you buy the Everest?
Reasons to buy
- V6 turbo-diesel with 600 Nm and 3,500 kg braked tow. Adult-usable third row, genuine 4WD with low range and rear locker on most grades, SYNC 4A 12-inch portrait screen.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2022), full driver-assist suite.
- 259 L (898 L third row down) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
- Braked towing rated at 3,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- No hybrid or PHEV option, diesel only. Ride is firmer than a Prado on patchy roads, and the 5-year warranty trails Korean rivals at 7 years.
- You want a softer ride (Toyota Prado), a longer factory warranty (Isuzu MU-X at 6 years, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport at 10), or a hybrid 7-seater (Kia Sorento HEV).
- The 2.0 Bi-Turbo is fine for school-run duty, but the V6's torque transforms it on the open road and under load. Step up if the budget allows.
- Top trim climbs to $81,200 plus on-roads.
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