A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Ford Everest vs Ford Ranger Raptor: the short answer
Everest and Ranger Raptor are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Everest starts ZAR 474,000 cheaperEverest from ZAR 825,000 · Ranger Raptor from ZAR 1,299,000
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Maximum Power
Everest184 kW @ 3250 rpm
Ranger Raptor292 kW
Maximum Torque
Everest600 Nm
Ranger Raptor583 Nm
Engine Size
Everest2993 cc
Ranger Raptor2993 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Everest11.8 km/l
Ranger Raptor8.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
Everest226 mm
Ranger Raptor272 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Ford Everest
3.0TD V6 Platinum 10AT 4WD
Hagalu editorial rating
4.3/5★★★★★★★★★★
Desk research · Exact variant
Hagalu Editorial Team ·
Editorial assessment, not a customer rating. Not road-tested for this review.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Everest
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Ranger Raptor
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
Everest
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Ranger Raptor
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Model Introduced Year
2022
2022
Generation
Current-generation Ford Everest
Current-generation Ford Ranger
Facelift History
Major generational update in 2022 with improved safety, technology, and design
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2022
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Pickup
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0TD V6 Platinum 10AT 4WD
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: Raptor 3.0T V6 10AT 4x4
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
SUV
Pickup
Tare Mass Kg
2450 kg
2432 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Pickup
Body Type Cab
-
Pickup
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Length
4914 mm
5381 mm
Width
1923 mm
2028 mm
Height
1842 mm
1922 mm
Wheelbase
2900 mm
3270 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
226 mm
272 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
185 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
259 l
477 l
Kerb Weight
2450 kg
2432 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3150 kg
3160 kg
Payload Capacity
680 kg
728 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.9 m
6.2 m
Front Headroom
972 mm
984 mm
Rear Headroom
953 mm
940 mm
Front Legroom
1058 mm
1043 mm
Rear Legroom
912 mm
896 mm
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
Independent double wishbone
Independent double wishbone with FOX adaptive dampers
Rear Suspension
Coil spring with Watts linkage
Coil spring with Watts linkage and FOX adaptive dampers
Chassis Type
Ladder Frame
Ladder Frame
Chassis Material
Ladder Frame
Ladder Frame
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power Windows
Yes
Yes
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Push Button Start
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging
Yes
Yes
Sunroof
Not Available
No
Electric Tailgate
Yes
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Type
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Source Model Column
everest
ranger-raptor
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Sub Frame
Ladder Frame
Ladder Frame
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
flagship
flagship
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Performance-focused derivative
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Step Bumper
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tie Down Hooks
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Towbar
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Hitch
-
Bakkie towing support
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Engine
3-litre Turbocharged Diesel
3-litre Twin Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Ford 3.0 V6 turbo diesel
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2993 cc
2993 cc
Cylinders
6
6
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
24
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Twin Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Direct injection
Compression Ratio
16.0:1
10.5:1
Bore
82.0 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
184 kW @ 3250 rpm
292 kW
Maximum Torque
600 Nm
583 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.2 sec
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
16.2 sec
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
75.1 kW/tonne
120.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
244.9 Nm/tonne
239.7 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Engine Position
Front longitudinal
-
Gearbox
10-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
4WD
4WD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Two-speed electronic transfer case
Two-speed electronic transfer case
Differential Lock
Yes
Yes
Paddle Shifters
No
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
10
10
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque converter
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Automatic selector
Automatic selector
Drivetrain
4WD
4WD
4WD Engagement
Electronic shift-on-the-fly
Electronic shift-on-the-fly
4WD Hi Range
Yes
Yes
4WD Lo Range
Yes
Yes
4WD Selector
Electronic 4WD selector
Electronic 4WD selector
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Front Differential Lock
No
Yes
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
2.7
2.7
Low Range
Yes
Yes
Axle Layout
Front and rear driven axles
Front and rear driven axles
Rear Differential Lock
Yes
Yes
Transmission Speeds
10
10
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Claimed Mileage
11.8 km/l
8.7 km/l
City Mileage
9.9 km/l
9.4 km/l
Highway Mileage
13.7 km/l
10.1 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
11.8 km/l
8.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
80
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Airbags
6
7
ABS
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Yes
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Yes
Not Available
Brake Assist
Yes
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Yes
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
AEB
Yes
Yes
BA
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Override System
Yes
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
EBD
Yes
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Yes
Yes
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Yes
Yes
TCS
Yes
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Yes
Yes
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Cruise Control
Adaptive cruise control
Adaptive cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front and rear
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Yes
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Yes
Auto Highbeam
Yes
Yes
Auto Wipers
Yes
Yes
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Yes
Yes
Reverse Camera
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Park Assist
Yes
Yes
Around View Monitor
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Yes
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Seat Material
Leather-accented upholstery
Leather-accented upholstery
Heated Seats
Yes
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Yes
No
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Yes
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
Interior Colour Options
5
3
60 40 Split Seat
Yes
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power adjustment
Power adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Power adjustment
Power adjustment
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium interior design, large touchscreen, digital cluster, driver assistance features
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Ranger Raptor grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
5
3
Seat Trim
Leather-accented upholstery
Leather-accented upholstery
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Digital instrument cluster
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Infotainment System
SYNC 4 infotainment system
SYNC 4 infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Number of Speakers
10
10
Digital Instrument Cluster
12.4-inch digital instrument cluster
12.4-inch digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
USB-A and USB-C
USB-A and USB-C
Infotainment Screen Size
12
12
Infotainment Screen
12
12
Connected Services
SYNC
SYNC
Touchscreen
12
12
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Multi Information Display
-
Digital display
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
LED Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
LED daytime running lights
LED daytime running lights
Fog Lamps
Yes
Yes
Roof Rails
Yes
No
Exterior Colour Options
Multiple Ford South Africa factory exterior colours
Multiple Ford South Africa factory exterior colours
Normal | Sport | Slippery | Rock Crawl | Sand | Mud/Ruts | Baja
Locking Differential
Electronic rear differential lock
Front and rear locking differentials
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD System Type
Selectable 4WD with low range
Selectable 4WD with low range
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
Breakover Angle
22.0 deg
24.0 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
226 mm
272 mm
Ground Clearance Min
226 mm
272 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Tyre Size
Not Available
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full-size spare wheel
Full-size spare wheel
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Not Available
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Electronic parking brake
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Warranty Years
4 years / 120 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
4 years / 120 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
4 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
5 years / unlimited km
Basic Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
4 years / unlimited km
Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
4 years / unlimited km
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Variable Valve Timing
No
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Petrol
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Service Plan
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Everest
Ranger Raptor
Ownership Role
Flagship
Flagship
Price Zar
1340000 ZAR
1299000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
1340000
1299000
Starting Price Zar
1340000
1299000
In depth: how these cars differ
This Everest and Ranger Raptor comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Everest 88 vs Ranger Raptor 94.
Efficiency index: Everest 52 vs Ranger Raptor 40.
Safety-equipment index: Everest 92 vs Ranger Raptor 98.
Practicality index: Everest 77 vs Ranger Raptor 77.
Ownership-cover index: Everest not separately scored vs Ranger Raptor not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Ranger Raptor leads by 1 points
Everest and Ranger Raptor are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Ranger Raptor
Performance
94/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
77/100
Everest
Performance
88/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
77/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexFord Ranger Raptor
leads the specification evidence index with 80 pts
vs 79 pts for Everest
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Ranger Raptor leads. However, Everest may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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