The update 2026 Ford Everest range is now available at Ford Bronkhorstspruit

The Ford Everest has long been a benchmark in the SUV segment, and the updated 2026 range brings even more choice for South African families and adventurers. From a more accessible entry point to an even more capable off-roader joining later this year, there is now an Everest suited to almost every need and budget. Here is everything you need to know about the new line-up, now available at Ford Bronkhorstspruit.

The updated Everest range introduces the Everest Active as the new entry point, replacing the previous XLT, alongside the Sport, Wildtrak and range-topping Platinum. Later this year, the line-up will welcome the highly anticipated Everest Tremor, built for even greater off-road capability.

Whether you need a fuel-efficient family SUV or a premium 4WD tow vehicle, the range now spans five distinct models to match.

The Everest Active is the most affordable way into the Everest range, powered exclusively by Ford’s 2.0L four-cylinder turbodiesel engine. With 125kW of power and 405Nm of torque, and the option of 4×2 or 4×4 drivetrains, the Active delivers strong performance and impressive fuel economy.

Standard features include:

• 10-speed automatic gearbox with Terrain Management System
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop/Go and Lane Centring
• Lane Keeping System with Driver Impairment Monitor
• Dual front, side and curtain airbags
• Front and rear parking sensors with rear camera
• 18-inch alloy wheels and LED headlamps
• 12-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Eight-way power adjustable driver’s seat

The 4×4 version adds underbody protection for tougher terrain, while an off-road pack with 18-inch all-terrain tyres and Zone Lighting is available as an option.

The Everest Sport steps up to Ford’s proven 3.0L V6 Diesel engine, delivering 184kW and 600Nm of torque, making it ideal for towing. Paired with an electronically controlled on-demand four-wheel drive system, the Sport offers confident performance both on and off road.

Highlights over the Active include:

• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
• 360-degree camera
• Blind Spot Information System with trailer coverage
• Powered tailgate and full-size alloy wheel
• Leather trim on the seats, steering wheel and gear shift knob
• Exclusive Blue Lightning paint option

The Wildtrak brings a bold, adventure-ready character to the range, now featuring the distinctive new Ignite Orange paint colour. Matrix LED headlamps, previously reserved for the Platinum, are now standard on the Wildtrak, along with premium leather seats, adjustable ambient lighting and a dual panel powered moon roof. The third-row seats now fold electrically for added convenience.

The Everest Platinum remains the flagship of the range, offering 21-inch wheels, Pro Trailer Back-up Assist, heated and cooled 10-way power front seats, a heated steering wheel, a 12-speaker B&O audio system and a 12-inch digital instrument cluster. New for this model year is the Acacia Green paint colour and updated wheel lip mouldings with painted flares.

2.0L Diesel Active 10AT 4×2: R825,000

2.0L Diesel Active 10AT 4×4: R875,000

3.0L V6 Diesel Sport 10AT 4WD: R1,149,000

3.0L V6 Diesel Wildtrak 10AT 4WD: R1,244,000

3.0L V6 Diesel Platinum 10AT 4×4: R1,340,000

With five models to choose from and the Everest Tremor still to come, there has never been a better time to find your perfect Everest. Book a test drive at Ford Bronkhorstspruit today and experience firsthand why the Everest continues to set the standard in its class.