Ford Everest 2.2 Ambiente 4×2 AT (2015) vs Nissan NV350 Urvan 18-seater (2018)

Ford Everest 2.2 Ambiente 4×2 AT (2015) vs Nissan NV350 Urvan 18-seater (2018): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer deciding between the 2015 Ford Everest 2.2 Ambiente 4×2 AT and the 2018 Nissan NV350 Urvan 18‑seater, the choice hinges on intended use and budget. The Everest, priced at ₱1,399,000, is slightly cheaper and offers a more powerful turbo‑charged 2.2‑L diesel delivering 160 PS and 385 Nm, giving better acceleration and off‑road capability despite its RWD, body‑on‑frame SUV layout. It seats up to seven (2+3+2) and provides a modern 6‑speed automatic, making it suitable for families or small groups who need comfort, cargo space, and occasional rugged driving. The NV350, at ₱1,449,000, costs ₱50,000 more but accommodates 18 passengers, ideal for shuttle, school or group transport businesses. Its larger 2.5‑L turbo‑charged diesel produces 129 PS and 356 Nm, sufficient for a fully‑loaded van but less lively than the Everest. It comes with a 5‑speed manual and only three doors, limiting convenience for passenger entry. Both share a 3‑year/100,000 km warranty and body‑on‑frame construction, but the Everest is discontinued while the NV350 remains in current production, ensuring parts availability. If you need a versatile family SUV with higher power and automatic transmission, pick the Everest. If you need maximum seating capacity for commercial use and can handle a manual gearbox, the NV350 is the better fit.