Originally unveiled in New Zealand, the 2024 Ford Everest Wildtrak is finally destined for Australian shores. With its pricing set at $73,090 before on-road costs, the highly-anticipated SUV is expected to land in Australian dealerships in the third quarter of 2023.

This exclusive edition of the SUV settles comfortably in the Everest range, situating itself between the turbo-diesel V6 Sport and Platinum versions. It draws its power from a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 engine that churns out a potent 184kW and an impressive 600Nm of torque. This powertrain is perfectly coupled with a 10-speed automatic transmission and a dedicated four-wheel-drive system for an optimal balance of power and control.

Adding a touch of unique styling, the Wildtrak introduces a distinct grille and front bumper design, setting itself apart from the regular models. Its bodywork sports exclusive Wildtrak badging, while Bolder Grey highlights add an aesthetic touch to the wheel lip mouldings, fender vents, and mirror caps. A first for Everest models, the Wildtrak arrives in the Ranger Wildtrak's hallmark Luxe Yellow exterior finish.

Inside, the cabin offers a contrast of ebony leather upholstery adorned with Cyber Orange stitching. The vehicle rolls on standard 20-inch Asphalt Matt Black machined-face alloy wheels shod with all-season tyres. However, customers also have the option of 18-inch Bolder Grey alloy wheels wrapped in all-terrain tyres at no additional cost.

While comprehensive details regarding its specifications will be revealed closer to the SUV's launch, Ford Australia has confirmed several premium features for the Everest Wildtrak. These include 10-way power driver's seat with memory, an eight-way power passenger's seat, heated and ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, exterior zone lighting, and a surround-view camera.

Instead of the Platinum's 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster, the Wildtrak is expected to retain the standard 8.0-inch screen. Interestingly, Ford has swiftly expanded the Everest line-up since its launch just a year ago, featuring not only the Wildtrak special edition but also a four-cylinder 4×2 variant of the Everest Sport.

Slated for Australian arrival between July and September 2023, the Ford Everest Wildtrak is set to bring the popular Ranger Wildtrak ute's flair to its SUV counterpart. With styling cues including a unique front bumper with darker accents, LED fog lamps, and black wheel-arch flares, the 2024 Ford Everest Wildtrak is bound to catch the attention of Australian SUV enthusiasts.

2024 Ford Everest Pricing (estimated drive away prices) 

2023 Ford Everest Ambiente 2.0T 4X2 - $59,234

2023 Ford Everest Ambiente 2.0T 4X4 - $64,484

2023 Ford Everest Trend 2.0T 4X2 - $67,109 

2023 Ford Everest Sport 2.0T 4X2 - $69,209

2023 Ford Everest Trend 2.0T 4X4 - $72,359

2023 Ford Everest Sport 3.0T V6 4X4 - $77,580

2023 Ford Everest Wildtrak 3.0T V6 4X4 - $80,603

2023 Ford Everest Platinum 3.0T V6 4X4 - $86,313

2023 Ford Everest Ambiente standard features:

2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel engine

10-speed automatic transmission

3500kg towing capacity

Locking rear differential (4x4 only)

Five seats standard (seven seats optional for $950)

17-inch alloy wheels with all-season tyres, full-sized steel spare

Automatic LED reflector headlights with auto high beam

LED tail-lights and daytime-running lights

Front fog lamps

Black side steps

Automatic power-folding exterior mirrors

Rain-sensing wipers

Steel underbody protection (4x4 only)

Two front tow hooks

Eight-way manual driver's seat adjustment, four-way manual passenger seat adjustment

Fabric seat upholstery

Floor mat (driver only)

Auto-dimming rear-view mirror

Keyless entry and start

Dual-zone climate-control air-conditioning

Vinyl soft console lid

10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, satellite navigation, voice assistant and digital radio

8.0-inch digital instrument cluster

Wireless phone charging

Eight-speaker sound system

Nine airbags including centre airbag, and driver/passenger knee airbags

Autonomous emergency braking

Lane-keep assist

Lane departure warning

Reverse brake assist

Front and rear parking sensors

Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert with trailer coverage

Digital reversing camera

Hill start assist

2023 Ford Everest Trend adds (over Ambiente):

18-inch alloy wheels (with matching spare)

Seven seats as standard

Eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat

Leather-accented seats

Leather wrapped steering wheel

12-inch centre touchscreen

Privacy glass on rear windows

Power tailgate

Heated auto-folding mirrors with puddle lamps

Floor mats (driver and passenger)

Second upper glove box in lieu of open shelf

Off-road screen (4x4 only)

Selectable drive modes

2023 Ford Everest Sport adds (over Trend):

Standard 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel engine and rear-wheel drive (new)

Optional 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel engine and full-time four-wheel drive

Black exterior accents

Hands-free power tailgate

Black 3D bonnet lettering

20-inch black alloy wheels and matching spare

Unique leather-accented seats with ‘Sport’ embossing

Unique interior colour accents

10-way power driver's seat with memory

Eight-way power passenger seat

Heated and cooled front seats

10-speaker sound system

2023 Ford Everest Wildtrak adds (over Sport):

Standard 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel engine and full-time four-wheel drive

Unique Wildtrak front bumper with dark accents

LED fog lamps

Black wheel-arch flares

Black window trim

Wildtrak badging

20-inch black alloy wheels with all-season tyres and matching spare

Optional 18-inch grey alloy wheels with all-terrain tyres

Tyre pressure monitoring system

Zone exterior lighting

Ebony leather upholstery with orange stitching

360-degree camera

Ambient interior lighting

2023 Ford Everest Platinum adds (over Wildtrak):

Steel underbody protection (previously a no-cost option)

Black painted roof (new)

Matrix LED headlights with auto levelling

Dual-pane power-operated panoramic sunroof

12.4-inch digital instrument cluster

12-speaker Bang and Olufsen sound system

Automatic parking

21-inch alloy wheels with all-season tyres, matching spare

Satin chrome interior accents

Quilted leather-accented seats

Heated second-row seats

Power folding third-row seats

Heated steering wheel

Premium front and rear floor mats

Silver roof rails

Satin chrome exterior accents

The optional $900 Premium Seat pack, available on Trend 4x2 and 4x4 variants, adds:

Heated and cooled front seats

10-way power driver's seat with memory

Eight-way power front passenger seat

The optional $1700 Tow Pack, available on all variants, adds:

Tow bar

Integrated trailer brake controller

The optional $2300 Touring Pack, available on Trend 4x4 and Sport 4x4 variants, adds:

Black stand-off roof rails (new)

360-degree camera

Zone lighting

Tow bar

Integrated trailer brake controller

Additional individual options include:

Ambiente 4x4 18-inch wheel and all-terrain tyre pack – $1100

Trend 4x4 all-terrain tyres – $500

Sport and Platinum 4x4 18-inch wheel and all-terrain tyre pack – No cost option

Prestige paint