A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
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Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
T-Roc
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Everest
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
T-Roc
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
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Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Model Introduced Year
2015
2021
Generation
Currently sold Everest belongs to the latest generation with enhanced comfort and safety systems
Current first-generation T-Roc remains on sale while the second generation is prepared for South Africa
Facelift History
Major generational update in 2022 with improved safety, technology, and design
Volkswagen has confirmed the all-new second-generation T-Roc for the second half of 2026; local derivatives and prices are still pending
Facelift Launched Since
2022
Volkswagen has confirmed the all-new second-generation T-Roc for the second half of 2026; local derivatives and prices are still pending
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red, Orange
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0TD V6 Platinum 10AT 4WD
4x4 configuration for the local line-up
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
active
published
Segment
Large SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2450 kg
1400 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Length
4914 mm
4234 mm
Width
1923 mm
1819 mm
Height
1842 mm
1573 mm
Wheelbase
2900 mm
2593 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
226 mm
168 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
55 l
Boot/Cargo Space
259 l
392 l
Kerb Weight
2450 kg
1400 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3150 kg
2020 kg
Payload Capacity
680 kg
-
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
1200 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.9 m
5.4 m
Front Headroom
972 mm
-
Rear Headroom
953 mm
-
Front Legroom
1058 mm
-
Rear Legroom
912 mm
-
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1569 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1546 mm
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Multi-Link
Chassis Type
Ladder Frame
-
Chassis Material
Ladder Frame
-
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Power Steering
-
Electric
Front Suspension Type
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Not Available
Multi-Link
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Not Available
Standard
Power Windows
Not Available
All Doors
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Smart Entry
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
392 l
AC Type
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Not Available
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
t-roc
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Not Available
Sub Frame
Ladder Frame
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
flagship
top
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Entry or fleet-access derivative
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
-
Standard
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
6.3
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Space Saver
Air Conditioning
Not Available
Standard
Centre Console
-
Standard
Manual Aircon
-
Standard
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Engine
3-litre Turbocharged Diesel
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Ford 3.0 V6 turbo diesel
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2993 cc
2000 cc
Cylinders
6
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
24
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
16.0:1
10.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
184 kW @ 3250 rpm
140 kW
Maximum Torque
600 Nm
320 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
AWD
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
7-Speed DCT
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
203 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
9.1 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
75.1 kW/tonne
100 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
244.9 Nm/tonne
228.6 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
T-Roc
Engine Position
Front longitudinal
-
Gearbox
10-Speed Automatic
7-speed DSG
Drivetrain Layout
Full-Time Four Wheel Drive
4MOTION AWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
10
7
Transmission Type
Automatic
7-speed DSG
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
10-Speed Automatic
DCT
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
4MOTION AWD
4WD Engagement
Available
Available
4WD Hi Range
Available
Available
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Standard
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
10-Speed Automatic
7-speed DSG
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
4x4
4MOTION AWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
10
7
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Claimed Mileage
11.8 km/l
15.9 km/l
City Mileage
9.9 km/l
13 km/l
Highway Mileage
13.7 km/l
15 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
55 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Standard
Real-world Mileage
11.8 km/l
15.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
55
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
T-Roc
Airbags
6
7
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
7
EBD
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
7
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Cloth
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Front
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Standard
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
5
Black
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
60/40 Split
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Electric 6-Way
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Electric 6-Way
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium interior design, large touchscreen, digital cluster, driver assistance features
Digital cockpit, premium infotainment, leather options, advanced safety
Interior Colours
5
Black
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Cloth
Front Armrest
-
Standard
Fabric Seats
-
Cloth
Armrest Front
-
Standard
Interior Trim Colour
-
Black
Floor Mats
-
Standard
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Infotainment System
SYNC
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless
Android Auto
Not Available
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
10.25-inch Digital Cockpit
USB Ports
Not Available
3
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
SYNC
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
SYNC
Connected Services
SYNC
SYNC
Touchscreen
SYNC
SYNC
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Full LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
5
7
Body Type
SUV
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
5
7
Headlights
Not Available
Full LED
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
-
18-inch Alloy
Headlamps
Not Available
Full LED
Headlight Type
Not Available
Full LED
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Four-wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
226 mm
168 mm
Ground Clearance Min
226 mm
168 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
T-Roc
Tyre Size
Not Available
215/50 R18
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Solid Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Space Saver
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
18-inch Alloy
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Space Saver
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Warranty Years
4 years / 120 000 km
3
Warranty Kilometers
4 years / 120 000 km
3
Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
-
Basic Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
3
Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
-
Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
3
Warranty Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
-
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
143 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Applicable
Variable Valve Timing
No
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Petrol
Start Stop System
-
Standard
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 6
Idle CO2 Output
-
143
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
143
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Service Plan
Not Available
Optional
Service Interval
-
15,000 km or 1 Year
Service Plan Duration
Not Available
Optional
Service Plan Distance
Not Available
Optional
Service Intervals
-
15,000 km or 1 Year
Spec
Everest
T-Roc
Ownership Role
Flagship
South Africa market model
Price Zar
1340000 ZAR
760100 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Active local lineup
Starting Price
1340000
760100
Starting Price Zar
1340000
760100
In depth: how these cars differ
This Everest and T-Roc comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Everest 91 vs T-Roc 64.
Efficiency index: Everest 52 vs T-Roc 61.
Safety-equipment index: Everest 81 vs T-Roc 99.
Practicality index: Everest 77 vs T-Roc 58.
Ownership-cover index: Everest not separately scored vs T-Roc 43.
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.
Specification Evidence Index
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
Everest leads by 10 points
Everest has a modest catalogue-index lead, while T-Roc remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Everest
Performance
91/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
81/100
Practicality
77/100
T-Roc
Performance
64/100
Efficiency
61/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
58/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexFord Everest
leads the specification evidence index with 77 pts
vs 67 pts for T-Roc
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Everest leads. However, T-Roc may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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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