Ford New Zealand today announced pricing and specifications for the 2026.50 Ford Everest range, headlined by a new entry point for the family: the Everest Active.
The 2026.50 update marks a strategic shift for the award-winning SUV. The Everest Trend will cease production, making way for the Everest Active to become the new starting point for the line-up.
Designed to balance style and value, the Active features bold new interior and exterior design themes, presenting a compelling option for Kiwi families and adventurers.
“The Everest continues to be a Kiwi favourite with its five-star safety, three and a half tonne towing and go-anywhere adventure capability. In 2025, it was the number one selling large SUV in the country for the third year in a row,” said Mathew Slade, Marketing Director, Ford New Zealand.
“The introduction of the Everest Active allows us to build on this incredible momentum by offering a fresh, bold personality at the entry point of the range. It’s a vehicle that doesn't compromise on presence or essential features. By listening to our customers, we’ve refined the line-up to ensure that from the Active through to the Platinum, every Everest provides the capability, safety, and technology New Zealanders expect from a premium SUV.”
Ford New Zealand today announced pricing and specifications for the 2026.50 Ford Everest range, headlined by a new entry point for the family: the Everest Active.
The 2026.50 update marks a strategic shift for the award-winning SUV. The Everest Trend will cease production, making way for the Everest Active to become the new starting point for the line-up.
Designed to balance style and value, the Active features bold new interior and exterior design themes, presenting a compelling option for Kiwi families and adventurers.
“The Everest continues to be a Kiwi favourite with its five-star safety, three and a half tonne towing and go-anywhere adventure capability. In 2025, it was the number one selling large SUV in the country for the third year in a row,” said Mathew Slade, Marketing Director, Ford New Zealand.
“The introduction of the Everest Active allows us to build on this incredible momentum by offering a fresh, bold personality at the entry point of the range. It’s a vehicle that doesn't compromise on presence or essential features. By listening to our customers, we’ve refined the line-up to ensure that from the Active through to the Platinum, every Everest provides the capability, safety, and technology New Zealanders expect from a premium SUV.”
A New Entry into the Everest Family
Available with the proven 2.0L Turbo powertrain, the Everest Active comes equipped with a premium suite of standard features, including:
- Leather-accented seats3
- 12-inch infotainment touchscreen with SYNC® 4A
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Privacy glass
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- LED headlamps
Refined Line-up and Enhanced Specifications
The Sport, Wildtrak, and Platinum variants will continue as core pillars of the Everest family. Notably, the Everest Sport will now offer customers more choice with both 2.0L and 3.0L V6 powertrain options. To further enhance safety and convenience, the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) has also been added as a standard feature on the Sport variant.
The Wildtrak and Platinum models remain the performance leaders of the range, offered exclusively with the powerful 3.0L V6 turbo-diesel engine. Also the very popular Everest Tremor returns as a special edition powered by the 3.0L V6.
A New Entry into the Everest Family
Available with the proven 2.0L Turbo powertrain, the Everest Active comes equipped with a premium suite of standard features, including:
- Leather-accented seats3
- 12-inch infotainment touchscreen with SYNC® 4A
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Privacy glass
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- LED headlamps
Refined Line-up and Enhanced Specifications
The Sport, Wildtrak, and Platinum variants will continue as core pillars of the Everest family. Notably, the Everest Sport will now offer customers more choice with both 2.0L and 3.0L V6 powertrain options. To further enhance safety and convenience, the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) has also been added as a standard feature on the Sport variant.
The Wildtrak and Platinum models remain the performance leaders of the range, offered exclusively with the powerful 3.0L V6 turbo-diesel engine. Also the very popular Everest Tremor returns as a special edition powered by the 3.0L V6.
New Colours and Availability
The 2026.50 Everest range will also debut an updated colour palette. Joining the existing favourites are two new additions: Acacia Green and Alabaster White.
First customer deliveries for both models are scheduled for mid-2026.
2026.50 Ford Everest Recommended Retail Pricing
| Variant | Powertrain | RRP (incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Everest Active | 2.0L Turbo | $68,990 |
| Everest Sport | 2.0L Turbo | $77,490 |
| Everest Sport | 3.0L V6 | $85,990 |
| Everest Wildtrak | 3.0L V6 | $88,990 |
| Everest Tremor SE | 3.0L V6 | $89,990 |
| Everest Platinum | 3.0L V6 | $93,490 |
New Colours and Availability
The 2026.50 Everest range will also debut an updated colour palette. Joining the existing favourites are two new additions: Acacia Green and Alabaster White.
First customer deliveries for both models are scheduled for mid-2026.
2026.50 Ford Everest Recommended Retail Pricing
| Variant | Powertrain | RRP (incl. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Everest Active | 2.0L Turbo | $68,990 |
| Everest Sport | 2.0L Turbo | $77,490 |
| Everest Sport | 3.0L V6 | $85,990 |
| Everest Wildtrak | 3.0L V6 | $88,990 |
| Everest Tremor SE | 3.0L V6 | $89,990 |
| Everest Platinum | 3.0L V6 | $93,490 |
Disclosures
Maximum towing capacity braked using a Genuine Ford tow pack (standard on all Ranger and all Everest models). To comply with these limits, any load transported by the vehicle may need to be restricted to not exceed the GCM and GVM limits. For further details regarding load restrictions, please consult your authorised Ford Dealer and / or refer to the vehicle brochure.
Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. May not operate at certain speeds, or in certain driving, road or weather conditions. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
Leather accented refers to seats with a combination of real and artificial leather. No leather in 2nd row middle seat, or 3rd row, of Everest Active.
Do not use Trail Turn Assist on dry, hard-surfaced roads. Doing so can produce excessive noise, increase tyre wear and may damage driveline or braking components. Trail Turn Assist is only intended for slippery or loose surfaces. Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgement and need to control the vehicle. May not operate at certain speeds, or in certain driving, road or weather conditions. See Owner’s Manual for more information.
Maximum towing capacity braked using a Genuine Ford tow pack (standard on all Ranger and all Everest models). To comply with these limits, any load transported by the vehicle may need to be restricted to not exceed the GCM and GVM limits. For further details regarding load restrictions, please consult your authorised Ford Dealer and / or refer to the vehicle brochure.
Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. May not operate at certain speeds, or in certain driving, road or weather conditions. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
Leather accented refers to seats with a combination of real and artificial leather. No leather in 2nd row middle seat, or 3rd row, of Everest Active.
Do not use Trail Turn Assist on dry, hard-surfaced roads. Doing so can produce excessive noise, increase tyre wear and may damage driveline or braking components. Trail Turn Assist is only intended for slippery or loose surfaces. Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgement and need to control the vehicle. May not operate at certain speeds, or in certain driving, road or weather conditions. See Owner’s Manual for more information.
- Disclosures
Maximum towing capacity braked using a Genuine Ford tow pack (standard on all Ranger and all Everest models). To comply with these limits, any load transported by the vehicle may need to be restricted to not exceed the GCM and GVM limits. For further details regarding load restrictions, please consult your authorised Ford Dealer and / or refer to the vehicle brochure.
Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. May not operate at certain speeds, or in certain driving, road or weather conditions. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
Leather accented refers to seats with a combination of real and artificial leather. No leather in 2nd row middle seat, or 3rd row, of Everest Active.
Do not use Trail Turn Assist on dry, hard-surfaced roads. Doing so can produce excessive noise, increase tyre wear and may damage driveline or braking components. Trail Turn Assist is only intended for slippery or loose surfaces. Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgement and need to control the vehicle. May not operate at certain speeds, or in certain driving, road or weather conditions. See Owner’s Manual for more information.
Maximum towing capacity braked using a Genuine Ford tow pack (standard on all Ranger and all Everest models). To comply with these limits, any load transported by the vehicle may need to be restricted to not exceed the GCM and GVM limits. For further details regarding load restrictions, please consult your authorised Ford Dealer and / or refer to the vehicle brochure.
Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. May not operate at certain speeds, or in certain driving, road or weather conditions. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
Leather accented refers to seats with a combination of real and artificial leather. No leather in 2nd row middle seat, or 3rd row, of Everest Active.
Do not use Trail Turn Assist on dry, hard-surfaced roads. Doing so can produce excessive noise, increase tyre wear and may damage driveline or braking components. Trail Turn Assist is only intended for slippery or loose surfaces. Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgement and need to control the vehicle. May not operate at certain speeds, or in certain driving, road or weather conditions. See Owner’s Manual for more information.