Ford Everest vs Toyota bZ4X

The Ford Everest starts from $59,490 before on-road costs, while the Toyota bZ4X opens at $59,990. That makes the Ford Everest the more affordable entry point by $500.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $65,439 and $65,989 respectively.

The Toyota bZ4X qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Ford Everest, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Both the Ford Everest and Toyota bZ4X hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Ford Everest packs more ADAS features with 7 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in the Toyota bZ4X.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 9 in the Ford Everest and 7 in the Toyota bZ4X.

Both come with modern infotainment systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Ford Everest stands out with wireless charging that you will not find on the Toyota bZ4X. The Toyota bZ4X counters with power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Ford Everest uses a Diesel Bi-Turbo producing 154kW and 500Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.1 seconds.

The Toyota bZ4X counters with its electric setup making 150kW and 266Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.5 seconds.

The Ford Everest has the clear power advantage at 154kW vs 150kW. In the real-world sprint, the Toyota bZ4X is 2.6s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Ford Everest measures 4,978mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 288mm longer than the Toyota bZ4X at 4,690mm (2,850mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Ford Everest generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 259L in the Ford Everest and 500L in the Toyota bZ4X, giving the Toyota bZ4X a 241L advantage.

For towing, the Ford Everest leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 2,000kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years (Ford Everest) vs 5 years (Toyota bZ4X). Both match on warranty length.