If you need proper off-road capability, look elsewhere. The Kuga Mk2 arrived in November with turbocharged 1.
The petrol motor came in bhp and bhp forms, and the diesel in bhp and bhp guises. From October the 2. A year later Ford introduced its voice-controlled Sync 2 infotainment set-up and a raft of new driver-assistance systems.
The Kuga was facelifted in April with a redesigned dashboard, improved connectivity, a refreshed nose and a bhp 2. The new looks mean it's more distinctive and handsome, but overall the Kuga is starting to feel old when compared to newer arrivals such as the SEAT Ateca and Peugeot A third-generation Kuga has now been introduced, featuring mild and plug-in hybrid technology. Standard equipment across all models is generous, with the entry-level Zetec offering inch alloy wheels, a DAB radio, air-conditioning, cruise control and Ford's Sync3 system which includes sat-nav with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.
ST-Line models get a sportier look than standard, with bigger wheels and less chrome trim. The ST-Line X model bundles extra kit together into an affordable package, especially if you're buying a Kuga on finance. Pre-collision assist with autonomous emergency braking is now standard across the range, as is lane-keeping aid with lane-departure warning.
All of these are more costly than the Ford, though. Closer in price are the Nissan Qashqai and Peugeot , both of which offer roomy interiors, decent equipment and some good engines.
The post-facelift Kuga met some serious rivals in when we pitted it against the excellent Skoda Kodiaq and then-all-new Renault Koleos.
By this point the Kuga was feeling its age — the Kodiaq was the better all-rounder and the Renault came with lots of standard equipment. Read the full test The Mazda took the top spot thanks to its superior driving experience but the Kuga finished ahead of the Honda, thanks to its better value and lower running costs. The first test for the facelifted Kuga was in early ; we lined up the Volkswagen Tiguan and Mazda CX-5, both of which finished ahead of the Ford.
The arrival of the all-new Kuga in should mean that Mk2 prices are generally affordable. A popular model on the used market, the car appears to hold its value as well, if not as strongly as an equivalent Volkswagen Tiguan or SEAT Ateca.
The cheapest example we found on our sister site Buyacar was a 2. You can check out the latest used prices for the Mk2 Ford Kuga on our sister site Buyacar or value a specific model using our valuation tool. If running costs are your priority, then go for the front-wheel-drive Ford Kuga with the 1.
Even the more powerful 2. The Kuga with the 1. The bhp variant does Four-wheel drive isn't available throughout the Ford Kuga range, and only cars with the bhp 1. I bought this used at over 3 yr old but with only 24k miles on it so thought I would get some mileage out of it. After having it three months the engine started shuddering violently on a motorway and had sporadic power, no warning lights came on. Took it to a Ford dealer, engine specialist and the Fiat dealer I bought it from and nobody can find anything wrong.
Other niggling problems include noisy irritating squeaks, tapping and ill fitting plastic trims. A tailgate that opens in its own accord - great for when you have a dog in the back and anything in the boot! The radio screen freezes every now and then generally it is frustrating to drive. It does on the other hand feel comfortable to drive, but I have had too many issues to recommend.
Love this car. Brilliant to drive so smooth and quiet. Powerful engine. Love the interior but rather have a proper handbrake. The navigation systems is amazing too. I absolutely love this car. It's the best Automatic I have ever driven. The transmission is fantastic, so smooth that you can't even feel it changing gear. It is very smart inside and has plenty of room in the boot for my mobility scooter plus shopping.
Also lots of room in the rear seats for my grandchildren and loads of leg room for adult passengers. The SatNav is very easy to use and very easy to follow giving a very relaxing an worry free drive wherever you are going. So far I have found nothing bad I can say about this car. I had previously owned VWs - this was my first Ford on first impressions I loved it and wanted a comfortable work car as I do a lot of miles. I still had eleven months maufacturers warranty on the vehicle up to March Two weeks out of warranty despite having it serviced regularly the oil warning light came on and I had to be recovered home - this resulted in the dealership in Mansfield examining the vehicle and finding the internal oil pump had fractured causing the engine to seize and damaging the turbo.
I could not get the damaged parts from the garage for examination and it's looking very much like a legal battle. It rides well and fuel consumption is not what it says on the tin. The radio freezes, the boot has a large gap between seat and boot. Don't buy a Ford Kuga. Not what I was led to believe by the salesman. Dealer won't replace as he thinks I've done it. Good car, poor dealer.
Took delivery first week of July and already been in the garage. Battery discharged when left overnight and I couldn't unlock boot to get my electric wheelchair out. I've since found out it's down to the Bluetooth turning itself on. Hate to say I found this out myself not from the dealer- they have had this problem for some years as I've found online from other owners. Apart from problem in main review, pleased. Very responsive as I have a heavy foot but still getting 41 mpg round town even with electric wheelchair and hydraulic hoist in the boot.
I'm impressed with this car! I live in Norway, and the price is much higher here. My car costed NOK which is around 50 pounds I guess?.. Still cheap here in Norway.. This is a good car with really good build quality, before I drove a BMW X5 which was really expensive to have, and I wasn't impressed by the quality either. The Kuga is a bit small, but it's not a problem. Version Owned for 18 months and never had a problem. Hope I'm not tempting fate. Just fuel, servicing.
Version litre, Diesel, Automatic. Average annual mileage 0 — 4, I have only had the Vehicle for 3 months and have not had any problems. Version titanium, 2. Version Zetec, 2. Great, easy and lite to drive, fantastic, a great all rounder. Version zetec, 2. Smart comfortable safe and relatively cheap to run. Version titinium, 2.
Excellent car though a little expensive-wish i would have picked 4wd. A good car to begin with, handling good, nice firm suspension. After about 26k of my miles approx altogether noticed a strange noise when gears changing upward in the lower range, ie from 1 to 2 to 3, a sort of grinding noise. The best way to describe it is like when you have a worn bearing in a bicycle wheel, OK when you first spin the wheel, but when it slows right down, that's when the noise starts Got advice from a local lad, he couldn't reproduce the noise, but felt a clutch slipping.
Took the car to my local Fords who ran their expert eyes over it, watching them from the MOT viewing window, they seemed to be looking at everything BUT the gearbox. Got a video from them which detailed many faults, ending up with them telling me that there was a seepage from the sump, which COULD have been the problem, What?? They could replace the sump gasket, change the fluid and filter which might cure the problem, but might not However he drove the Kuga to identify the problem, which was among other things was a dodgy clutch.
I'm sorry he couldn't take the job on , he seemed totally trustworthy. So that's it, here's hoping Really delighted with car, as I do not do high mileage in my daily activities and don't pay for my fuel, the petrol variant is ideal for me. I like all the features such as heated leather seats, Bluetooth connectivity and sat nav with reversing camera along with panoramic roof.
The car is a pleasure to drive. Auto gearbox is smooth and in Sport mode it really takes off when kicked down. Paddle shifters are fun to use as well. It has had no faults as such, the only thing I have done is top up the oil. I have no hesitation in recommending this car. Great on kick down in Sport mode, it is only a 1. Yes not great on fuel but would refer to earlier comment, also there will be no dpf issues with petrol car.
Version 2 ltr diesel Titanium. Very comfortable and extremely reliable. It's now approaching k miles, has been regularly serviced and had the timing belt changed a year ago. The engine still runs smoothly with plenty of torque and all suspension and steering still working as it should This car has surpassed all my expectations, of course as with anything you will always find the odd lemon and I do give sympathy to those who have less than good experience but in my experience I can totally recommend having one.
Version Titanium X 2Litre awd. This is my first Kuga and it will be my last. The build quality is terrible. It's been back to the dealer so many times for build issues. Crooked steering, rattles, creaks, sync screen that constantly freezes, Bluetooth that loses calls more often than it connects.
It's beyond a joke. Seats are uncomfortable, auto gearbox gets confused at low speeds and the Mpg is a joke unless you pretend that Miss Daisy is in the back. On the plus side, nope. I got nothing. A family member bought one of these in as an upgrade from a Mondeo. And I've had a few mixed feelings off it. PROS: -It's a great looking car. Ours is the model with the pre-facelift design but I still think it's nice.
It feels like you're towering over everyone else. It's also got a loud and assertive horn, so people won't mess with you. The door bins are big albeit a little awkward to access. There's a pair of great sized cup holders. One problem however is that depending on your ideal driving position, they can obscure the gear lever and this has been annoying considering ours is the manual.
There's an armrest with a pair of cup holders in and a pair of seatback pockets which can hold quite a lot.
The glove box is also a very good size. Can easily swallow a big bottle. His bike fits in with about a square acre of room to spare slight exaggeration. It looks cluttered and is clunky to use. It freezes a lot and is just very badly executed.
The interior trim pieces feel like they could fall off at any moment. There are parts which don't fit correctly at all. The leather feels cheap and tacky and from the dealer, it felt damp. Keep in mind, this is a new car, not used. The seats are not very comfortable. Click here to buy your next used Kuga from Autocar. Over the years, the engine range has expanded to include busy little Ecoboost petrols pushing out bhp to one producing bhp, although saddled with four-wheel drive and an automatic gearbox as standard.
This engine has a braked towing capacity of kg but add four-wheel drive and an automatic gearbox and it can shift kg, the same as the bhp 2. The six-speed dual-clutch Powershift transmission is a good one, by the way, and worth seeking out. The second-generation Ford Kuga sports an American facelift, new trims and added equipment, doesn't detract it from still being one of the more athletic SUVs on sale.
For reasons best known to itself, Ford unleashed a luxo-spec Vignale on impressionable buyers in Ford was one of the first with an approved used marketing scheme. It promises full service history and cars covered by the balance of their original three-year warranty. Engine If it's a diesel, take it for an extended test drive that might reveal running issues associated with the diesel particulate filter being clogged.
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