FORD Philippines is boosting its SUV lineup with the addition of a new Ford Everest variant, the new Ford Everest Trend, offering customers a new mid-size SUV variant that offers great value with enhancements in its smart and safe features.
The new Ford Everest Trend has a new front grille design, rear view camera, power liftgate, LED projector headlamps with daytime running lamps, and additional driver knee airbag, bringing total number of airbags to seven.
âWe are expanding our SUV lineup to provide customers with another reliable Ford Everest variant that suits their diverse needs and lifestyles. The new Everest Trend comes with features such as seven airbags, LED headlamps, power liftgate, and leather seats that make it one of the most competitive and feature-packed mid-size SUVs for its pricing,â said PK Umashankar, managing director, Ford Philippines.
Proven performance
The new Everest Trend is powered by Fordâs proven 2.2L TDCi diesel engine which delivers up to 160PS and 385NM of torque. Coupled with a 6-speed automatic transmission, it offers power and smooth acceleration while staying fuel-efficient.
Bold exterior, refined interior
Aside from the new front grille design and smart and safety feature enhancements, the new Everest Trend comes in 18-inch alloy wheels, rain sensing wipers, power folding and power adjustable mirrors with side turn indicators, side steps, roof rails, and front and rear splash guards. The Everest Trend also comes with leather seats, giving customers a more refined seating experience.
Smart and safe technology
As a highly advanced technology-led SUV, the new Everest Trend is equipped with several driver-assist technologies (DATs) that make it a perfect match for driving in the city while remaining a formidable force in off-road environments.
For driver comfort, the new Everest Trend comes with an eight-inch color touchscreen, USB ports, as well as SYNC 3 with Apple CarPlay and Android compatibility. SYNC is Fordâs proprietary voice-activated system that allows ease of access to the vehicleâs entertainment system and connected devices while driving on the road.
The new Everest Trend also boasts a handful of DATs and safety features which include Cruise Control, Electronic Stability Control with Anti-lock braking system, Electronic Brake-force distribution (EBD) and Roll Stability Control, and Hill Launch Assist.
Availability and pricing
The new Everest Trend is available in all Ford dealerships nationwide starting Feb. 25, 2020 with a starting retail price of P1,738,000. It comes in four colors: Absolute Black, Aluminum Metallic, Arctic White, and Meteor Gray./PN
