2026 Ford Everest Platinum V6 Review | Still The Benchmark to Beat?

The Ford Everest has been one of the most popular large SUVs in New Zealand and Australia for good reason. In this review, I take a closer look at the 2026 Ford Everest Platinum V6 to see whether it still deserves its reputation as the benchmark in the segment. Powered by a 3.0-litre turbo diesel V6 and packed with premium features, the Everest Platinum promises strong towing capability, long-distance comfort, family practicality, and genuine off-road ability. But with newer rivals entering the market and increasing competition from the Toyota Prado, Isuzu MU-X, and others, does the Everest still lead the pack? ❣️Please SUBSCRIBE & LIKE if you enjoy my videos! I upload car reviews, POV drives, walkarounds & guides every week 🚗 🙌 I’m Jerry Pan, based in Auckland, NZ, working in the car industry for 8+ years. 📢 Not sponsored or endorsed — all opinions are my own. 🌐 English isn’t my first language, so apologies for any mistakes! 🚘 Have a cool car in Auckland? Email: [email protected] 📱 Need a wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter? Head to: — https://www.binize.com/collections/wireless-carplay-adapter/products/binize-wireless-carplay-android-auto-adapter-for-vehicle-with-factory-wired-carplay-android-auto?ref=fn3pv5ic Use code "JERRYPAN" for 10% off at checkout 🧼 Need Wipers? Head to — www.wipertech.co.nz Use code "JERRYPAN15" for 15% off at checkout\ 2026 Ford Everest, Ford Everest 2026, Ford Everest Platinum, Ford Everest Platinum V6, Ford Everest Review, Ford Everest NZ, Ford Everest Australia, Ford Everest Platinum Review, Ford Everest V6 Review, Ford Everest 3.0 V6, Everest Platinum 2026, Everest V6, Everest Review NZ, Ford Everest POV Drive, Ford Everest Drive Review, Ford Everest Walkaround, Best Large SUV NZ, Family SUV NZ, 7 Seat SUV NZ, Large SUV Review, Ford Everest vs Toyota Prado, Ford Everest vs Isuzu MU-X, Ford Everest vs Toyota Fortuner, Ford Everest Towing, Ford Everest Off Road, SUV Review Australia, New Zealand Car Review, Pan Motoring, Ford SUV Review, Everest Platinum Interior, Everest Platinum Features, 2026 SUV Review, Best Family SUV 2026, Ford Everest Ownership, Ford Everest New Zealand #FordEverest #FordEverestPlatinum #FordEverestV6 #SUVReview #NZCarReview #FamilySUV #LargeSUV #POVDrive #FordNZ #PanMotoring 0:00 Intro, Pricing in NZ 1:10 Exterior 2:50 Boot 3:29 Second Row & Third Row Space 6:06 Front Row & Interior 8:55 POV Drive Impression