Toyota Camry vs Ford Everest

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Toyota Camry

2.5 Hybrid XSE CVT Hybrid Automatic

Change Car A

ZAR 749,900 ex-showroom

⚡ 160 kW (215 hp)

🔧 221 Nm

⛽ 19.2 km/l

Ford Everest

3.0TD V6 Platinum 10AT 4WD Diesel Automatic

Switch Variant

Change Car B

ZAR 1,099,900 ex-showroom

⚡ 125 kW (168 hp)

🔧 405 Nm

⛽ 14.0 km/l

＋

Add a 3rd car to compare

Choose a car

Quick Winners

⚡ Performance Tie

⛽ Mileage Camry

🔑 Ownership Everest

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner

Camry

/ 100

pts

Everest

/ 100

Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.

Executive Summary

Both Camry and Everest are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Equal

Efficiency Camry +5 pts

Safety Equal

Practicality Equal

Ownership Everest +4 pts

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Camry

Performance 13/20

Efficiency 12/20

Safety 20/20

Practicality 12/20

Ownership 12/20

Everest

Performance 13/20

Efficiency 7/20

Safety 20/20

Practicality 12/20

Ownership 16/20

Pros & Cons

🏆 Overall Winner

Camry

Pros

Better fuel efficiency

Cons

Shorter warranty coverage

Best For: Fuel Efficiency

Everest

Pros

Better long-term ownership value

Cons

Lower fuel efficiency

Best For: General Use

Who Should Buy Which?

Camry

Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

Everest

Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specification Comparison

Specification	Camry	Everest
Ground Clearance	140	220
Wheelbase	2825	2900
Length	4885	4914
Width	1840	1923
Height	1445	1842
Kerb Weight	1575	2305
Gross Vehicle Weight	2055	3100
Seating Capacity	5	7
Boot Space	493	259
Towing Capacity	Not Rated	3500
Front Track Width	1575	-
Rear Track Width	1580	-
Turning Radius	5.8	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Engine	2.5L Hybrid Petrol-Electric	2.0L Single Turbo Diesel
Engine Type	Inline 4 Cylinder DOHC Hybrid	Inline 4 Turbocharged
Displacement	2487	1996
Cylinders	4	4
Valves per Cylinder	4	4
Power	160	125
Power @ RPM	5700 rpm	-
Torque	221	405
Torque @ RPM	3600 rpm	-
Fuel System	Direct + Port Injection	Common Rail Direct Injection
Turbocharger	Not Applicable	-
Top Speed	180	180
0-100 km/h	8.3	11.5
Compression Ratio	14.0:1	-
Engine Position	Front Transverse	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Transmission	CVT Automatic (e-CVT)	6-Speed Automatic
Drive Type	FWD	4x2
Drivetrain Layout	Front Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive
LSD Available	Not Available	Electronic
Paddle Shifters	Not Available	-
Transfer Case	Not Applicable	Not Available
Differential Lock	Not Applicable	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Claimed Mileage	19.2	14.0
City Mileage	16	9
Highway Mileage	21	12
Fuel Tank Capacity	60	80
Emission Standard	Euro 6	Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity	Not Applicable	-
Auto Start Stop	Standard	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Airbags	9	7
ABS	Standard	Standard
Electronic Stability Control	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard
Hill Descent Control	Not Available	Not Available
Hill Start Assist	Standard	-
Child Safety Lock	Standard	Standard
ISOFIX Mounts	Standard	Standard
Brake Assist	Standard	Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Standard	Standard
Engine Immobiliser	Standard	Standard
Alarm System	Standard	-
Central Locking	Standard	-
Side Impact Beams	Standard	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control	Standard	Not Available
Lane Keep Assist	Standard	Not Available
Lane Departure Warning	Standard	-
Blind Spot Monitoring	Standard	Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Standard	Not Available
Parking Sensors	Front and Rear	Rear
Rear View Camera	Standard	Standard
360 Degree Camera	Standard	Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking	Standard	Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert	Standard	-
Traffic Sign Recognition	Standard	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Seat Material	Leather Sport	Fabric
Seat Adjustment	Electric 8-Way	Manual
Heated Seats	Front	Not Available
Ventilated Seats	Front	Not Available
Steering Type	Electric Power Assisted	Power Assisted
Steering Adjustment	Tilt and Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Ambient Lighting	Multi-colour	Not Available
Folding Rear Seats	60/40 Split	-
Front Armrest	Standard	-
Rear Armrest	Standard	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Climate Control	Dual Zone Automatic	Dual Zone
Power Windows	All Doors	Standard
Keyless Entry	Smart Entry	Standard
Push Button Start	Standard	Standard
Wireless Charging	Standard	Not Available
Sunroof	Panoramic Sunroof	Not Available
Electric Tailgate	Not Available	Not Available
Automatic Headlamps	Standard	-
Rain Sensing Wipers	Standard	-
Auto Dimming Mirror	Standard	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Infotainment Screen	12.3-inch Touchscreen	10-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay	Wireless	Wireless
Android Auto	Wireless	Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity	Standard	Standard
Number of Speakers	10	8
Navigation System	Standard	Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster	12.3-inch Full Digital	-
USB Ports	3	-
Wireless Apple CarPlay	Standard	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
LED Headlamps	Full LED	Standard
Daytime Running Lamps	LED	LED
Fog Lamps	LED	Standard
Roof Rails	Not Available	Standard
Alloy Wheel Design	18-inch Sport Alloy	18-inch Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish	Not Available	-
Body Cladding	Not Available	-
Rear Spoiler	Sport Rear Spoiler	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Tyre Size	235/45 R18	255/65 R18
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Solid Disc	Disc
Spare Wheel Type	Space Saver	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	Independent Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-link Coil Spring
Chassis Type	Monocoque	Ladder Frame
Power Steering	Electric	-
Steering Column	Tilt and Telescopic	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Service Interval	15,000 km or 1 Year	15000 km / 12 months
Approx Service Cost	Approx R7,500	Moderate
Battery Warranty	8 Years / 160,000 km	2 Years
Maintenance Plan	Optional	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Warranty Years	3	4
Warranty Kilometers	100000	120000
Roadside Assistance	3 Years	4 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty	6 Years	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
CO2 Emissions	93	190
Start Stop System	Standard	Standard
Hybrid System Type	Full Parallel Hybrid	Not Applicable
Noise Level	64	-

Specification	Camry	Everest
Approach Angle	-	30
Departure Angle	-	25
Wading Depth	-	600
Terrain Modes	-	Normal
Locking Differential	-	Electronic

Final Verdict

🏆 Toyota Camry wins with 69 pts vs 68 pts for Everest

In structured scoring, Camry emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Everest may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

People Also Compare

Popular comparisons among buyers considering similar options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Based on structured category scoring, Camry performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Camry scores 12 while Everest scores 7 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

In safety scoring, Camry scores 20 and Everest scores 20. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.

Camry scores 12 versus Everest scoring 16. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.

Practicality scoring gives Camry 12 and Everest 12, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Camry scoring 13 compared to Everest scoring 13, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Camry may hold stronger long-term value.

Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.

Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. Camry performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.

Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Camry the overall advantage.

Detailed Comparison Analysis

The comparison between Camry and Everest in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Camry scores 13 vs 13.

Efficiency: Camry scores 12 vs 7.

Safety: Camry scores 20 vs 20.

Practicality: Camry scores 12 vs 12.

Ownership: Camry scores 12 vs 16.

Final structured scoring gives Camry the advantage in this comparison.

Toyota Camry vs Ford Everest

Toyota Camry

Ford Everest

Quick Winners

Overall Comparison Score

Camry

Everest

Executive Summary

Key Differences At A Glance

Category Score Breakdown

Camry

Everest

Pros & Cons

Camry

Everest

Who Should Buy Which?

Camry

Everest

Full Specification Comparison

Final Verdict

Related Comparisons

People Also Compare

Frequently Asked Questions

Detailed Comparison Analysis