Ford Kuga 2008–2012 car dimensions: 4443 mm long, 1842 mm wide and 1677 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,573 kg. Braked towing is 2,100 kg.
The cabin has a high seating position for good road view and space for five. Air conditioning is standard, with dual-zone automatic climate control on Titanium. Cruise control is on Titanium. Rear parking sensors are standard. A reversing camera is optional, often with navigation which adds a touchscreen. No advanced aids like AEB, blind spot or lane keep are listed.
Boot holds 360 litres with seats up, expanding to 1355 litres with seats down via 60/40 split. Split tailgate allows easy access for small loads without opening fully. Seats fold after flipping bases for a flat floor.
Braked towing reaches 2100 kg and unbraked 750 kg across models. Payload is around 500 kg depending on engine and drive. Suitable for light trailer work or carrying gear with the available space and AWD option.
The cabin offers a high seating position with a commanding view and a spacious feel that improves further with the optional panoramic glass roof. Seats provide good comfort and support for everyday use, with multi-way power adjustment available on higher grades. Dual-zone climate control features on Titanium models. Storage is plentiful in the centre console and under seats. Rear space suits two adults well but feels tighter for three, with the sloping roofline limiting headroom. Road and wind noise are noticeable on longer trips.
Euro NCAP 5-star adult occupant, 4-star child, 3-star pedestrian rating
Service interval every 12 months or 12,500 miles
Standard IPS with six airbags, ESP including anti-rollover mitigation, ABS and EBD
Diesel combined fuel use from 6.0 l/100 km
Timing belt change every 200,000 km or 10 years
Diesel engines deliver solid everyday fuel economy with combined figures starting from 6.0 l/100 km on later 2.0 TDCi versions, while the 2.5 petrol is thirstier at around 10 l/100 km. Front-wheel-drive diesels edge ahead of all-wheel-drive ones. Capless Easy Fuel refuelling is fitted across the range.
Servicing follows a fixed schedule of every 12 months or 12,500 miles, whichever comes first. Oil and filter changes form the core of each visit. The timing belt needs renewal at 200,000 km or 10 years. Brake fluid is due every two years.
Safety kit centres on the Intelligent Protection System with dual front airbags, side airbags and full curtain airbags covering both rows, plus seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters. Electronic Stability Programme with anti-rollover mitigation, ABS and electronic brakeforce distribution come as standard. The structure uses high-strength steel for a rigid passenger cell.
Keeping the car involves regular checks of tyre pressures, fluid levels and the underbody coating. Plastic front wings help limit repair costs after minor impacts. A three-year warranty was standard from new.
Length 4443 mm, Width 1842 mm, Height 1677 mm, Wheelbase 2690 mm (Kuga 2008–2012)
Sources: manufacturer data, motor-car.net and autoevolution.com, autocentrum.pl and honestjohn.co.uk, Ford Euro NCAP/press.