Denza B5 Leopard plug in hybrid takes on Ford Everest Platinum in Australian flagship SUV comparison
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A head to head test pits the Denza B5 Leopard, a plug in hybrid with 400kW of power, against the Ford Everest Platinum, which uses a 184kW turbo diesel V6. The Everest Platinum costs $83,490 plus on road costs, and the Everest has sold 11,133 units so far in 2026 against 9102 for the Toyota Prado. The piece notes that the Everest's current generation began development in 2019, and frames the B5 as a possible upset.
Why it matters
A plug in hybrid challenging a leading diesel SUV in a mainstream Australian segment suggests charging demand may spread to buyers who have traditionally avoided electrified vehicles. Operators and fleet buyers in Australia may want to watch how such models are received when planning charger types and locations.
Source
- Original title
- “2026 Denza B5 Leopard vs Ford Everest Platinum: Battle of the big ‘uns”
- Published
- 2 November 2026
- Updated
- 3 November 2026
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- Topic
- Electric Vehicles
- Place
- Australia
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