Ford Kuga 2024– car dimensions: 4615 mm long, 1882 mm wide and 1651 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,526 kg. Braked towing is 2,100 kg.
The ST-Line cabin has a 13-inch SYNC 4 touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard, plus a 12.3-inch digital cluster. Dual-zone climate control is fitted. Front and rear parking sensors come as standard along with a reversing camera (360-degree on some specs). Automatic emergency braking with pre-collision assist and lane-keeping aid with departure warning are standard. Blind-spot warning is on higher X grades or packs. Cruise control is standard. adaptive versions with stop-go appear on autos or packs. Sports seats and keyless entry make daily use straightforward.
Boot space is 412-553 litres with seats up thanks to the sliding rear bench, expanding to 1534 litres seats down. The load floor is flat and wide for easy loading of bags or shopping.
Braked towing reaches up to 2100 kg on hybrid AWD and PHEV versions, 1600-1730 kg on others, with 750 kg unbraked across the range. Payload sits around 550 kg depending on engine. ST-Line sports suspension is standard for sharper handling on road or light work. A retractable tow bar is optional for caravan or trailer use.
The ST-Line cabin uses sports seats with partial Sensico trim and red stitching for a firm, supportive hold. Dual-zone climate control keeps front temperatures steady. A 12.3-inch digital cluster and large touchscreen sit ahead. Rear seats slide to balance legroom and boot space. Higher grades add power adjustment, heaters and a panoramic roof for a brighter, more flexible feel.
Petrol, full hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains available
Service every 30,000 km or two years
Euro NCAP five-star rating
Standard kit includes AEB with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping aid, traffic-sign recognition and tyre-pressure monitoring
Power comes from a 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol or 2.5-litre full-hybrid and plug-in hybrid options. Hybrids suit mixed driving with electric assistance for lower everyday use.
Servicing follows a 30,000 km or two-year schedule. Ford offers fixed-price plans to spread costs. Routine checks cover oil, filters and brakes.
Safety centres on a five-star Euro NCAP result from the current generation. Pre-collision assist with autonomous braking, lane-keep and blind-spot systems form the core kit, with more advanced packs on higher grades.
Day-to-day ownership benefits from a powered tailgate on many versions, sliding rear seats and keyless entry. Keep the hybrid battery charged for best efficiency and follow the service book to maintain warranty cover.
Length 4615 mm, Width 1882 mm, Height 1651 mm, Wheelbase 2711 mm (Kuga 2024 - present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Ford NEW_KUGA_techspec_240111.pdf.