An update on our extended review period with the new Ford Everest V6 Platinum.
Time spent: 2 months of 6 months
Distance covered: 2 500 km
Average fuel consumption: 10,8 L/100 km
We like: Versatility, strong performance
We don’t like: Sensitive lane keeping assist
BY: Ian McLaren
An already imposing-looking vehicle, my flagship Ford Everest V6 Platinum seems to draw that much more attention on the road for its chrome detailing – including on the vehicle’s massive grille – as well its standard 21-inch wheels. Those distinct C-shaped LED daytime running lights are also difficult to miss.
Like its sister car the current Ranger double-cab, the Everest does struggle to hide its presence, especially within the confines of an otherwise tight shopping centre parking lot. You do need to concentrate to align the vehicle within an open bay so that all passengers to the left and right are able to exit without their respective doors touching the vehicle parked alongside. I’ve taken to helping my young children out of their seats to avoid potential damage.
Another area where this vehicle always feels large is on the freeway, where its particularly sensitive lane-keeping alert system continuously intervenes once it assumes the vehicle is unintentionally leaving its particularly narrow-in-an-Everest designated lane. While I’ve taken to switching this system off (fortunately an easy process), I have also recently been “warned” to keep both hands on the wheel – presumably by another system that isn’t happy with my “irregular” steering inputs.
In case you missed it: Living With It – Ford Everest V6 Platinum introduction
My Everest has fortunately also been spending time away from congestion. On one occasion it proved to be an ideal car-to-car tracking vehicle as our film crew captured footage for one of our online videos. While they appreciated this Ford’s segment-leading ride quality (even on large wheels), and the large luggage compartment swallowed all their gear, on this day they also appreciated the tall opening tailgate that provided a welcome shield from the rain as they filmed on location.
On one longer open road excursion, we managed to get the average fuel consumption down to 10,3 L/100 km.
This Everest is scheduled for its 15 000 km service and I’m looking to use the FordPass App that’s now linked to “my” vehicle to make the booking at my nearest dealership.
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