Ford Everest

First generation (U268/UR)
Overview
Also called	Ford Endeavour (India)
Production	2003–2015
Assembly	Thailand: Rayong (AAT) Vietnam: Hải Dương (Ford Vietnam) India: Chennai (Ford India)
Body and chassis
Related	Ford Ranger (international)
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 2.6 L G6E I4 Diesel: 2.5 L WL Duratorq I4 2.5 L WL-T Duratorq I4 turbo 3.0 L VS Duratorq I4 turbo
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,860 mm (112.6 in)
Length	4,958–5,062 mm (195.2–199.3 in)
Width	1,788–1,806 mm (70.4–71.1 in)
Height	1,826–1,835 mm (71.9–72.2 in)
Curb weight	1,800–2,023 kg (3,968–4,460 lb)

Rear view

Ford unveiled the first-generation Everest in March 2003 at the 24th Bangkok International Motor Show.[3] Developed specifically for Asian markets under the lead of chief platform engineer Masaki Makihara,[4] the Everest shares 60 percent of the Ranger's components, including its 2.5-liter intercooled turbo-diesel engine and the exterior styling from the front to the B-pillars.[5] It was revealed that the development of the car took four years and costs US$100 million including investments needed to manufacture the Everest.[6]

As it is based on the Ranger, it retained the double wishbone independent front suspension and leaf spring rear suspension from the Ranger, while also engineered into making the level of ride comfort and handling of a standard that is better than the Ranger.

The first-generation Everest was offered in a three-row, seven-seater configuration,[7] while in some markets such as Indonesia it was also available as a 10-seater with face-to-face third row bench seats.[8]

The Everest was sold in Southeast Asia, India, Middle East,[9] Central America, the Bahamas and several African countries. It was built at the AutoAlliance Thailand plant in Rayong,[10] and as CKD kits in Chengalpattu, India and Hai Duong, Vietnam.[11][12] In India, the vehicle was introduced as the Endeavour in 2003.[13]

Second generation (U375/UA)
Overview
Also called	Ford Endeavour (India) ACMAT/Arquus Trapper VT4 (French military)[26]
Production	2015–present 2016–2021 (India)[27]
Assembly	Thailand: Rayong (AAT) China: Nanchang (JMC-Ford) South Africa: Silverton, Pretoria (Ford South Africa) India: Chennai (Ford India) Cambodia: Pursat (Ford Cambodia)[28]
Body and chassis
Platform	Ford T6
Related	Ford Ranger (P375)
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 2.0 L EcoBoost I4 turbo 2.3 L EcoBoost I4 turbo[29] Diesel: 2.0 L EcoBlue I4 turbo 2.0 L EcoBlue I4 twin-turbo 2.2 L Duratorq I4 turbo 3.2 L Duratorq I5 turbo
Transmission	5-speed M5OD manual 6-speed Getrag MT-82 manual 5-speed 5R55E automatic 6-speed 6R80 automatic 10-speed 10R80 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,850 mm (112.2 in)
Length	4,893–4,903 mm (192.6–193.0 in)
Width	1,862–1,869 mm (73.3–73.6 in)
Height	1,836 mm (72.3 in)
Curb weight	2,408 kg (5,308.7 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	Ford Territory (Australia and New Zealand)

Rear

The second-generation Everest was unveiled as a near-production concept vehicle in March 2014[30] and as a production version November 2014 ahead of its public debut at the Guangzhou International Motor Show.[31] Based on the T6 Ranger, the vehicle was developed by Ford Australia under the lead of American chief program engineer Todd Hoevener.[32] The development code was designated U375, and the model code in Australia was designated UA series.[33][34] In China, the Everest was manufactured by the JMC-Ford joint venture, at JMC's Nanchang factory.[35]

The second-generation Everest features a complete redesign which featured rounder proportions for a more modern appearance. Dimension-wise, the vehicle is shorter in length but wider and taller, altering its proportions compared to its predecessor.[36] The wheelbase has been reduced from 2,860 mm (112.6 in) to 2,850 mm (112.2 in).

Production and sales of the Endeavour in India ended in 2021 due to the closure of all Ford manufacturing plants in the country.[37] Attempts to continue its production in the country through a contractual basis fell through.[38]

Third generation (U704/UB)
Overview
Production	2022–present
Assembly	Thailand: Rayong (AAT) South Africa: Silverton, Pretoria (Ford South Africa)
Body and chassis
Platform	Ford T6
Related	Ford Ranger (P703) Volkswagen Amarok Mk2
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 2.3 L EcoBoost turbo I4 Diesel: 2.0 L EcoBlue turbo I4 2.0 L EcoBlue twin-turbo I4 3.0 L Power Stroke turbo V6
Transmission	6-speed 6R80 automatic 10-speed 10R80 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,900 mm (114.2 in)
Length	4,914 mm (193.5 in)
Width	1,923 mm (75.7 in)
Height	1,842 mm (72.5 in)

The third-generation Everest was revealed on 1 March 2022.[45][46] It was developed under the U704 development code, and known as the UB series in Australia.[47] Sharing most of the front end components with the P703 Ranger, overall dimensions of the third-generation Everest remain mostly the same, with an additional 50 mm (2.0 in) in wheel track and wheelbase. The changes was done to achieve a longer dash-to-axle ratio to accommodate the optional V6 engine and a slighter wider wheel track.[48]

The T6 platform continues to underpin the Everest with upgrades, such as longer control arms for the independent front suspension and Watts' link rear suspension to suit the wider wheel track. All Everest models in this generation is equipped with underbody protection, a rear locking differential, selectable off-road drive modes, and two functional tow hooks at the front. The vehicle also offers 800 mm (31.5 in) of wading depth.[46]

The four-wheel-drive model will be available with the option of 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 and 3,500 kg (7,716 lb) towing capacity. To accommodate the increased towing capacity, Ford worked on the engine cooling package, stiffened the frame and increased the front and rear axle load capacities.[48]

Instead of using a more conventional centre differential with a limited-slip or locking function for off-road driving, the Everest uses an electromechanical clutch pack that would connect and disconnect the front and rear wheels. It allows the Everest to operate in rear-wheel drive on high traction surfaces, and move the front wheels if needed. The clutch pack can engage completely in off-road situations.[48]

In January 2023, Ford released the Everest Wildtrak V6 in Thailand and New Zealand.[49] The Wildtrak V6 is differentiated from other models in the range by adopting the same styling treatment as the Ranger Wildtrak, such as the front bumper with darker accents, black wheel-arch flares and window trim, and Wildtrak badging. Positioned between the mid-trim Sport, and the luxury-positioned Platinum model, the Wildtrak model is solely powered by the 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 engine.[50]

The third-generation Ford Everest was launched in the Middle Eastern markets on 10 October 2023, it is powered by a 2.3-liter turbo petrol engine with a 10-speed automatic transmission. It is offered in three grades, XLS, XLT, and Limited. It will be available in the Middle East for the first time.[51]

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  Everest Wildtrak

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