American Ford Kuga and car Korean manufacturers Hyundai Creta. Represent two different types families of compact crossovers that have many fans, including in our country.
Creta - an exclusive novelty from the Hyundai family motor company. The management of this Asian manufacturer subtly feels the line in production, beyond which popularity begins. Any of the new products of recent years has become a kind of bestseller in the car market. This happened with the ix 35, and with the Elantra, and, of course, with the Solaris. Next in line is another attempt to win the hearts of motorists.
Almost every driver who has ever owned a Ford car has never changed it to other brands in the future. The aura of cars from manufacturers from the USA attracts something. Kuga, despite her recent appearance, also managed to find her admirers.
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The exterior of both cars is gorgeous. The struggle to create its own unique look, which must be better than that of competitors, continues.
A newcomer from the Land of Morning Calm continues the traditions of his family. They are based on: bright appearance, fashion design salon, adaptation to Russian conditions.
About quality modern cars you can not speak. The Japanese are still distinguished by the reliability and quality factor of the produced vehicles, and the rest are being pulled up to them and are on the same level. Even Chinese cars are gradually approaching world standards. Of course, you can run into marriage, it is also found among the Germans, the same Japanese. Trading is a lottery, whoever is lucky. But the percentage of defects becomes less and less over time.
The exterior design meets all the parameters of the modern concept of a stylish crossover. Sloped roof with roof rails, large arched openings, led lights- Creta has it all. The radiant smile of the front of the car, resulting from the pattern of optical instruments, the radiator grille, speaks of its readiness to meet the roads.
Kuga, in comparison with the first generation of the model, has changed, and in better side. He became the owner of a more brutal look. Its appearance encourages the owner to use the car for work purposes, business. The model by nature is more suitable for the strong half of humanity.
Both models have similarities in the form of optical devices: narrowed main and big size foglights.
Kuga dimensions are larger: 4524 x 1838 x 1740 mm versus 4270 x 1780 x 1630 for Crete. Accordingly, the distance between the axles: 2690/2590 mm and ground clearance 190/182 mm.
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The main detail inside the cabin - multimedia system. She immediately catches the eye of both Crete and Kuga. Large screen monitor provides beautiful view any information.
The interior of the Korean crossover is more restrained. Only chrome-plated inserts of ventilation deflectors enliven a slightly monotonous design picture. Traditionally comfortable chairs. The back does not get tired in them even after long trips. With space in the rear seats, Hyundai is not easy - it's better to go together. The trunk of a medium-sized Korean compact car is 402 liters.
Interior Ford showroom Kuga answers the spirit american cars. There is a working environment here: an abundance of adjusting knobs and switching buttons, made in a business style. High-quality upholstery and finishing materials, multifunctional steering wheel creates maximum driving comfort. Everything is in order with the spatial volume in both rows.
IN luggage compartment also places more in Ford. Here are the indicators of a standard place - 456 liters.
What is the result?
Crete is cheaper than a representative of the American continent by an average of three hundred thousand rubles. Its value is just over a million. Hyundai Creta more suitable for our beautiful half: the same miniature and swift. We have already said about the Ford Kuga: basically, a car for men. The Korean crossover is a pronounced urban SUV, the Kuga may also be suitable outside the city.
When choosing a crossover, potential buyers have a hard time. Tough competition forces manufacturers to improve the characteristics of their vehicles, saturate the vehicle and reduce the price. As a result, some cars have similar technical characteristics, which only complicates the choice. Below we will pay attention to two relatively new crossovers - Hyundai Creta and Ford Ecosport.
As an introduction
Mention of new Hyundai Creta first appeared in 2011. German journalists revealed a series specifications cars in the popular magazine "Autobuild". At the same time, the car itself was presented only in 2014, at the Beijing Motor Show.
Concerning Ford EcoSport, this model has a richer history. The first generation has been produced since 2003. It is based on Ford Fusion already known in Europe and the world. A feature of the first generation cars was the limited geography of sales. They were assembled only in Brazil and were offered to motorists from Latin America. In 2012, the second generation appeared - the Ford Ecosport mini-crossover, built on the basis of the sixth generation Ford Fiesta.
Exterior
Manufacturers Hyundai Creta took as a basis the well-known and loved by millions of car owners, the i20 model. At the same time, many elements have been finalized and improved. The car received a more elegant body, aggressive and, at the same time, a strict appearance. Despite a number of changes in appearance, the features of the South Korean brand are clearly visible. The radiator grill has a trapezoidal configuration, the headlights are made in the original form, the body lines are as smooth as possible, but at the same time emphasizing the off-road "character" of the car.
No less solid appearance and has a "competitor" - Ford EcoSport. In the exterior of the SUV, sporting features are also traced, expressed in an unusual body shape. Manufacturers have done everything possible to make the car look like expensive crossover which they succeeded to the fullest. Of the features - the original lining on the bumpers, turn signals in body color, a special backdoor And full size spare. Paintwork according to the manufacturers, it is made in several layers, which guarantees a long-term preservation of the presentable appearance of the car.
In appearance, it is almost impossible to single out a leader and unambiguously say which is better - Hyundai Creta or Ford Ecosport.
Interior
Scold Salon Hyundai Creta makes no sense, because in this component, South Korean manufacturers have succeeded a lot. The instrument panel is well thought out (everything you need is in front of your eyes). An important plus is the presence of a multifunctional steering wheel, on which the option control keys are concentrated. Without taking your hands off the steering wheel, you can give commands to the phone, audio system, turn on cruise control, etc.
Well thought out ergonomics - all buttons occupy correct positions, which allows you to manage the most popular options and not be distracted from the road. Five people are comfortably accommodated inside, and the trunk of the Hyundai Creta is capacious enough to put things in it. big family(400 liters, after all).
Trunk volume Hyundai Creta is enough for everyday needs. Ford EcoSport is not far behind in this regard. On-board computer car has incorporated many useful and important functions. As in the Hyundai Creta, Ford manufacturers have provided a multifunctional steering wheel, adjustable in reach and angle of inclination. Despite the lack of navigation in the car, the multimedia complex is able to recognize the driver's commands (including in Russian).
Salon Ford Ecosport is spacious enough to comfortably accommodate 4-5 people. Although, five of us (if all the passengers are adults) can be a bit crowded. The trunk volume is enough to take everything you need on the road and not think about the lack of space. TO Ford features EcoSport should include leather-trimmed gear selector knob and steering wheel, high seating position, foldable rear seats and many useful compartments for small items. Among the shortcomings is the inconvenient opening of the fifth door, which opens to the side, and not up (as it usually happens). In conditions of tight parking, this feature is sometimes annoying.
It cannot be said that the choice of the algorithm for opening the 5th door to the side was the most successful decision. Specifications
Worthy of special attention technical specifications the pair in question. In general, the technical characteristics are equal and it will not work out to determine a clear leader by comparing the Hyundai Creta and Ford Ecosport.
Engines
Hyundai Creta is equipped with two power units with a volume of 1.6 and 2.0 liters. Both engines are gasoline, very economical and reliable. Power - 123 and 150 liters. s., respectively. As for diesel Hyundai modifications Creta, they are produced only in some countries (for example, in India). So connoisseurs of this model in Russia will have to be patient for now.
In addition, 3 optional packages are offered:
|
Equipment / Package |
Start (rub.) | Active (rub.) |
Comfort (rub.) |
| 25 000 | |||
| Advanced | |||
|
75,000 (only 2.0 l, automatic transmission 6, 4x4) |
The multimedia complex for Henjay Kreta is available only in top trim levels. Auto Ford EcoSport comes in four versions - Trend, Trend Plus, Titanium and Titanium Plus. IN basic version the buyer receives optics on LEDs, side mirrors with electric drive, windows on all doors, an audio system with 6 speakers and much more. The minimum price of a car is 902,000 rubles. The upper limit is 1,205,000 rubles.
Ford Ecosport trim levels:
IN basic version Ecosport does not have climate control. As you can see, the difference in the starting price between Ford Ecosport and Hyundai Creta is more than 150,000 rubles, which is a lot. But is it worth paying more? Yes, the Ford equipment is a little richer (the base has air conditioning, a janitor on rear window and others useful options), but in the technical part, the cars are almost identical. Another difference is appearance, but here, as they say, "an amateur."
The criteria for selecting cars remained unchanged. We only consider fresh used cars in friendly modifications that fall roughly within the budget of buying a new lower class variant. Certainly, as Henry Ford said: best car - new car! Therefore, we try to consider only young contestants who can be found in very good condition and with low mileage. Indeed, in addition to dividends from class superiority (for example, the level of comfort), for such money we need an unpretentious and reliable iron Horse, which will not bother with breakdowns and burdensome maintenance.
Bestseller Hyundai Creta in the most popular modification (engine 1.6, automatic transmission gear, front-wheel drive) costs from 980,000 to 1,115,000 rubles, depending on the equipment. And what for a similar amount, and even a higher class at the age of two or three years, you can look at secondary market?
Skoda Yeti
Used Skoda Yeti- one of the most budgetary and interesting options. Monodrive modifications with a 1.6 engine paired with an automatic machine are about 200,000 rubles cheaper than the new Crete. You can find decent copies even cheaper. And you can overpay a little, but get a car with a minimum mileage and in excellent condition. Even for the second owner, the used "Czech" will be more interesting than the new "Korean". Why? Now we'll tell you.
Skoda Yeti is built on Volkswagen platform A5 (PQ35). The related Tiguan of the first generation is also based on it. On the technical side, there are no complaints about such a Skoda. In addition, a restyled model, devoid of many children's sores, falls into our budget. Under the hood of the Yeti lives a reliable gasoline engine 1.6 with a belt drive, which has already earned good reputation. A successful and time-tested Aisin machine works in tandem with him. The maintenance and service of such a Yeti modification will not be burdensome.Models Volkswagen group always distinguished by a high level of comfort and thoughtful ergonomics. And buying a Skoda Yeti is also one of the ways to cheat the system a little. For reasonable money, we buy a car that is very close from a technical point of view to a more status Tiguan of the first generation. Despite the fact that Creta is ahead of Yeti by one generation, the difference in comfort level will still be in favor of the “Czech”, and by a significant margin. In addition, there are enough cars on the secondary in the modification we are considering with an impressive package additional options, which are not available for similar Crete, for example: leather interior with electric front seats, autonomous preheater and additional airbags (protection of the driver's knees and side in the rear seats).
Yeti with atmospheric 1.6 has good liquidity in the secondary market. In addition, the main loss in the value of the car always falls on the first owner. With the subsequent sale of a used car, the second owner will not lose much in money.
Ford Kuga
Ford Kuga- an example when for the same money you can buy much more car, albeit second-hand. A fresh "American" with mileage in front-wheel drive, combined with a naturally aspirated 2.5 petrol engine and an automatic machine, costs almost new Creta. However, at the end we get a car not just a higher class, but a completely different league. Compared to Creta, Kuga has just an endless trunk and spacious salon not to mention more high level comfort, thoughtful ergonomics and smooth running.
Kuga in this modification will not be disturbed by serious breakdowns, despite the fact that this is a pre-styling model. Statistics show that dealers are mainly engaged only in scheduled maintenance such machines. The 2.5 atmospheric gasoline engine has already proved itself well in terms of reliability. Paired with him is a hydromechanical machine 6F35. This is a joint development of Ford and GM, which is based on not the same lucky box 6T30/6T40 series. However, Ford brought this box to mind and saved the 6F35 from typical sores progenitor. The Ford machine proved its reliability even on the all-wheel drive modification of the Kuga with a supercharged 1.5 engine, where the load on the box is much higher.
By cost Ford service manages cheaper models Volkswagen concern. And in the secondary market, any cars of this American brand are always in very high demand. Perhaps the only serious drawback of Kuga compared to Creta is its too high fuel appetite.
MINI Countryman
The previous generation MINI Countryman is, at first glance, an unexpected alternative to the Crete. However, this suitable option to play on low liquidity specific car and buy cheap interesting car. The fact is that the front-wheel drive Countryman is in limited demand in the secondary market. The target audience only recognizes such machines four-wheel drive. Therefore, the objectionable front-wheel drive modification, combined with a 1.6 atmospheric gasoline engine and an automatic machine, has an attractive price tag on the secondary market. Such cars have already lost a significant part of their value, and the second owner will not incur large losses in the subsequent sale of the car.
The downside of low demand for the front-wheel-drive Countryman is limited choice. There are few fresh cars at the age of two or three years on the market. Fortunately, you can safely move the age bar to five years in order to expand the field for activity. Even older cars mostly have low mileage and good condition.
On the technical side, Countryman has no particular problems. Classic machine and atmospheric gasoline engine 1.6 do not cause trouble. It is very important that this is no longer the same problematic engine who stood for more early models MINI (joint BMW developments and concern Peugeot-Citroen with the French index EP6).
Countryman will cost about 100,000 rubles cheaper than Crete. And if only urban or suburban operation is expected without off-road access, then the “Englishman” has a lot of trump cards. The level of comfort, non-trivial, but successful ergonomics, as well as perky handling - here Countryman leaves Creta very far. Alas, this advantage comes to an end outside good roads, and maintenance of MINI will cost more. However, Countryman still remains a very tempting and charismatic alternative to the new "Korean".The most pragmatic choice of the three Crete alternatives is the Skoda Yeti. Let the “Czech” actually lag behind the “Korean” by a generation, but this is the very case when age does not age. Medium market price for a fresh Yeti with mileage as much as 200,000 rubles lower than for a new Creta. This is already a claim to victory. In addition, we get exemplary ergonomics from the Volkswagen concern and deceive the system a little by buying a more status Tiguan of the first generation in a Czech wrapper for reasonable money.
American automakers are already tired of world market hegemony Korean crossovers, and the Ford concern was one of the first to decide to impose competition on Asians. As a result, the Ford Kuga car was developed, by the way, the company's first compact crossover.
Today we will compare Ford Kuga and Hyundai Tussan, as a result of which it will be possible to determine which is better - “American” or “Korean”.
In general, the Kuga model was first talked about in 2006, when a concept car was lit up at an event in Paris. The official presentation took place in 2007, and a few months later the car appeared on the world market. It is worth noting that the crossover is built on the basis of the Ford-C1 module, which was also used in the assembly of Focus and Mazda 5.
The presentation of the second generation model took place in 2011, but in Europe the car appeared only a year later. It should be noted that since 2012 the car has been produced at a domestic enterprise located in the city of Yelabuga.
As for Tussan, he is several years older than his counterpart. The car was first presented to the public in 2004. It is worth noting that the crossover was originally intended for sale on the market. North America, therefore, it was named after a town located in the state of Arizona. The design of the debut version was based on modular platform, and this most likely played a decisive role in the development of the car's popularity.
After 5 years automotive world saw Tussan of the second generation. The car was renamed ix35, and also got a new body. In 2015, a third-generation crossover was presented, which immediately entered the domestic market.
It is logical to assume that due to more modifications, Tussan deserves victory at this point.
Appearance
Starting from the debut version, the designers of the American company pleasantly surprised Kug with the exterior. The car in the first year was recognized as the most stylish crossover. In the appearance of the model, one can see the usual american cars sophistication and dynamism, and a smooth drop-down roof has become a hallmark model range. Interestingly, the exterior of the second-generation Kuga has not changed much compared to its predecessor. The developers only installed new foglights and removed the roof rails.
U, in terms of exterior, the situation is not so unambiguous. Appearance debut version of the model, to put it mildly, disappointed. The developers managed to turn a very promising project into, as some analysts have noticed, a parody of a crossover. Fortunately, the owners of the company realized it in time and invited leading European designers to their place. As a result, the second generation Tussan has become one of the most stylish cars in class. The third generation model only consolidated the success with its unsurpassed appearance.
Despite the fantastic success in last years Hyundai Tucson The Ford Kuga deserves a win on this point.
Salon
It is worth noting that the Kuga interior looks much more technologically advanced than the Hyundai Tussan interior. Starting from the debut modification, the developers have focused on versatility dashboard and steering wheel.
Compared to the Kuga, the Tussan's interior looks beggarly. The reason for this lies in the fact that Korean developers, in turn, have relied on moderation and conciseness in the layout of the interior of their crossover. However, the "Korean" inside is trimmed with better materials than its American counterpart. It is worth noting that the interior capacity of both crossovers is approximately the same level.
Therefore, the logical result, in comparing the salons of Tussan and Kuga, will be a draw.
Specifications
It cannot be said that the line power units The first generation Kuga looks impressive. The car was equipped with two gasoline engines with a working volume of 1.6 and 2.5 liters, as well as one two-liter diesel. In the second generation of the crossover, the older gasoline engine was replaced with a two-liter one, and a new 1.5-liter gasoline engine appeared.
In Tussan, the situation in this regard was no better, although it was equipped with more powerful motors. These were petrol 2.0 and 2.7 liters, as well as a diesel engine with a volume of 2.0 liters. It is worth noting that soon the developers promise the appearance of a hybrid motor.
| Model | Hyundai Tucson 2016 | Ford Kuga 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Engines | 1.6, 2.0 | 1.5, 2.5 |
| Type | gasoline, diesel | petrol |
| Power, hp | 135-185 | 150-182 |
| Fuel tank, l | 62 | 60 |
| Transmission | mechanics, automatic, robot | machine |
| Acceleration up to 100 km, s | 9.5-11.1 | 10.1 |
| Max Speed | 181-201 | 212 |
| Fuel consumption city/highway/mixed | 10.9/6.1/7.9 | 9.4/6.3/7.5 |
| Wheel base, mm | 2670 | 2690 |
| Ground clearance, mm | 182 | 200 |
| Dimensions, mm length x width x height | 4475 x 1850 x 1655 | 4524 x 1856 x 1689 |
| Weight, kg | 2060-2250 | 2050-2200 |
In terms of technical characteristics, the "American" looks a little more attractive.
Price
The cost of Ford Kuga 2017 in the basic version of equipment was set at around 1,400,000 rubles. The minimum price of Tussan 2016 is 1,550,000 rubles.
Only based on the logic of numbers, american crossover comes out victorious in this confrontation.
Those who value high comfort affordable price, have long made their choice in favor of crossovers. It remains only to decide which car you will drive. Today our choice will be between Ford Kuga and Hyundai ix35.
So we're driving a Hyundai. The atmosphere is reminiscent of the living room, which brought light music: soft coffee and milk shades of the panel and seats, combined with purple instrument lighting, blue touch screen and blue display climate system. Bright, catchy, but not compatible. As for the brightness of the sensor, it can be changed, but even in the minimum mode it hurts the eyes. As for the buttons, everything is clear, noticeable and at hand. Particularly pleased new feature steering force adjustment. In view of the lack of a “sport” mode, this innovation is quite useful. True, in order to use it, you have to try very hard - to find the button in the "blind" zone on the front panel. But, of course, there are still many advantages in the crossover. These are comfortable seats with wide adjustment options and a trunk with a capacity of 591 liters! Plus an "underground" surprise - a full-size spare wheel.
The first advantage of Kuga, which is visible to the naked eye, is, of course, its design. The panel is made in a classic style Ford Focus. Only here the buttons do not differ in convenience, they are so small that their decoding is drawn next. In general, the choice is not for conservatives. Ford's interior is flashy youthful. A number of non-standard solutions can easily confuse a beginner, but you soon get used to them. There is enough space in Kug, but it can be a little cramped in the legs for those driving in front. This is due to the rather wide center console. But for rear passengers driving a Ford is heaven. There are air ducts and an outlet, Hyundai passengers don’t have to wait for such luxury. But the trump cards of Kugi do not end there. Swipe your foot under the bumper and the tailgate will open! original solution trunk with an electric drive.
Let's add a fly in the ointment to each salon: a test drive showed that Hyundai cannot boast very much high quality materials, and Ford super-comfortable chairs. There is something to work on.
The first thing that struck me about Hyundai was the perfect silence, even when the engine was idling. But that's where the excitement ended. The crossover noticeably lacks traction on the bottoms, but the gearbox does not care much - it does not want to switch to a lower one without a pedal to the floor. Even 150 horses for 2 aspirated is not enough. Not impressive. 
Kuga next to the ix35 noticeably wins, it is not only faster, but also much more coherent with the “automatic”. Just note right away that Ford was created for driving, not standing in traffic jams. Very sensitive gas pedal. Out of habit, this is a little annoying, and there is no need to talk about perfect silence.
Both models have stiffer suspensions, but Ford manages to handle bumps. Russian roads much more successful.
In a word, each model suits its temperament. Hyundai is for a calm driver, Ford is for a racer at heart.
Top reasons to buy Hyundai ix35
- Less fuel consumption by 24%
- Less CO2 emissions
Top Reasons to Buy a Ford Kuga
- More fast acceleration from 0 and 100 km / h - for 3 seconds
- Big maximum speed at 21 km/h
