Ford Kuga carved out a significant niche in the growing segment of compact crossovers. Full-scale Russian assembly of the Ford Kuga began in 2013 in Yelabuga. Today, the second generation of the car is being produced in Russia. As power units in our market, customers are offered gasoline turbo engines, atmospheric Duratec 2.5, or a diesel engine. As for the drive, there are both front-wheel drive options and 4x4 all-wheel drive versions.
Second generation Ford Kuga increased in size. So the length of the new Ford Kuga has become 81 mm longer, which has increased the internal volume of the crossover. Only in the trunk it was possible to increase the volume by more than 80 liters. As a technical platform, when creating the machine, they took the Focus platform. Therefore, the dimensions of the cars are comparable. As for the appearance of the current generation Kuga, the designers clearly used the bright exterior attributes of the third generation Focus. Further photos of Ford Kuga.
Photo Ford Kuga
Salon Ford Kuga frankly stole from the same Focus. There are certainly original elements, but basically the same materials, shapes and colors. The build quality of the cabin is at a very high level, all the details fit perfectly. The interior of Kug is made at a high level, as you can see in these photos.
Photo salon Ford Kuga
The trunk of the new Ford Kuga became even larger and more practical. The rear seats fold completely flush with the floor. The manufacturer indicates a luggage compartment volume of 406 liters, but this is only up to the level of the trunk shelf. That is, theoretically, more can be loaded under the ceiling. And if you fold the rear row of seats, then the volume increases to 1603 liters.
Ford Kuga trunk photo
Specifications Ford Kuga
Specifications Ford Kuga fully correspond to the title of a crossover, which is not ashamed to go to the country. The ground clearance of the Kug is slightly less than 20 centimeters. It has 4x4 all wheel drive. By the way, all all-wheel drive versions are combined only with an automatic transmission, front-wheel drive versions with a Duratec 2.5 engine are automatic, and a 6-speed turbo is installed with a 1.6 turbo engine. mechanics.
There is only one atmospheric engine - Duratek 2.5 liters. The manufacturer mainly relied on Ecobust 1.6 with a turbine, or a 2-liter diesel engine from the Duratorg series. All engines are 4-cylinder 16-valve, while gasoline turbo engines are presented in two boost versions with a capacity of 150 and 182 hp. Diesel is distinguished by good efficiency, according to the manufacturer, the consumption in the city is only a little more than 7 liters, on the highway a little more than 5 liters. The torque of the Duratorg is also the most 320 Nm. Gasoline counterparts give out only 230-240 Nm of torque. Further more detailed Ford Kuga body dimensions.
Dimensions, weight, volumes, clearance Ford Kuga
- Length - 4524 mm
- Width - 1838 (for mirrors 2077 mm)
- Height - 1689 (with roof rails 1703 mm)
- Curb weight - from 1580 kg
- Gross weight - from 2100 kg
- Base, distance between the front and rear axle - 2660 mm
- Track front and rear wheels - 1570/1570 mm, respectively
- Trunk volume to the level of the backs of the rear seats - 406 liters
- Ford Kuga trunk volume with seats folded - 1603 liters (when loaded under the ceiling)
- Fuel tank volume - 60 liters
- Tire size - 235/55 R17 or 235/50 R18
- Ground clearance or clearance Ford Kuga - 197 mm
Characteristics of the transmission and powertrains Ford Kuga
- Duratec 2.5 4x2 (automatic transmission 6-speed) - power 150 hp (n / a) 230 Nm
- EcoBoost 1.6 4x2 (6-speed manual transmission) - power 150 hp (110 kW) 240 Nm
- EcoBoost 1.6 4x4 (automatic transmission 6-speed) - power 150 hp (110 kW) 240 Nm
- EcoBoost 1.6 4x4 (automatic transmission 6-speed) - power 182 hp (134 kW) 240 Nm
- Duratorq 2.0 4x4 (PowerShift 6-speed) - power 140 hp (103 kW) 320 Nm
Video Ford Kuga
An interesting video comparing the first and second generation Ford Kuga. All the pros and cons of two generations of crossovers. Watch a video about Kuga.
Prices and equipment Ford Kuga
Price in 2015 for Kuga seems to have stopped jumping, although it is quite possible that the cost of the car may change, because the economic situation in Russia is unpredictable. Therefore, we will talk about the current, for today, price for the Ford Kuga. The basic configuration of Kuga TREND has only one option with a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine, automatic and front-wheel drive. They ask for 1,349,000 rubles for this equipment, but if you use bonuses for recycling, trade-in and other preferences, you can buy a car cheaper.
The next version of TREND PLUS will please with a variety of transmissions and engines, but the price will start at 1,429,000 rubles, excluding all kinds of discounts. The most expensive version of the TITANIUM PLUS with a 182 hp turbo engine. will cost you 1,949,000, with a diesel engine, the price of Kuga in this configuration exceeds 2 million rubles! In general, one hope for all sorts of discounts and promotions, without which the purchase of this car in 2015 can be very expensive.
Clearance is the distance from the extreme point of the car to the roadway. In most cases, it is calculated from the bridge, bumper or crankcase. Clearance is an extremely important parameter of the 2019 Ford Kuga. Considering that the crossover is a combination of a passenger car and an SUV, its technical characteristics should allow it to overcome difficult conditions. If the ground clearance is insufficient, then the car is unlikely to be successful off-road. Today we will tell you how important the clearance is, what it is like in a 2019 Ford Kuga car and whether it is enough to drive around the city or off-road.
For modern crossovers, clearance values from 18 to 20 cm are considered normal. There are several base points that are used to calculate ride height. First, it's a bumper. It is he who is most often damaged due to a collision with some kind of obstacle. Secondly, it could be the oil pan. It is recommended to install special protection, because if this element is pierced, the crankshaft or another part of the 2019 Ford Kuga engine may fail at the same time. Thirdly, it can be parts of the rear axle, such as a fuel tank, an exhaust system, an absorber, etc.
What does clearance affect?
In most developed countries, few people are interested in ground clearance, since high-quality roads allow you to move even in a low car. A completely different situation is with domestic roads, where even in the city you can run into a hole that will seriously damage your car. Specifications Ford Kuga 2019, including ground clearance, affect the following:
- Sustainability.
- Patency.
- Controllability.
The greater the ground clearance, the easier it will be for the car to overcome various pits, bumps, curbs and other obstacles. In this case, Ford Kuga will not receive any damage. The main disadvantage of high ground clearance is the deterioration of streamlining, and, accordingly, aerodynamics.
Also, the ground clearance directly affects the handling: the lower it is, the better the handling of the crossover. It is for this reason that all sports cars "sit" almost on the road. If the clearance is large, then the body of the car will sway and it will become difficult to manage it. Therefore, it is extremely important to find a balance between cross-country ability and handling.
The last factor is sustainability. The greater the ground clearance, the worse the grip of the tires on the road and at high speeds, the vehicle may roll over.
Specifications Ford Kuga
The clearance of the 2019 Ford Kuga pleases, because it is enough for comfortable movement around the city without any special restrictions, and if you need to drive onto some kind of curb or other unevenness, then there will be no problems. The ground clearance of the car is 198 mm.
It should be remembered that this is a crossover, not an SUV. If you want to constantly experience it off-road, then this is not the best option and there are several reasons. Firstly, the distance from the extreme point to the road is not so great, not all bumps can be overcome. Secondly, plug-in all-wheel drive will not provide you with the reliability you need, because the clutch overheats with prolonged use. In general, take care of your car and adequately assess its capabilities.
It is extremely important to feel your car and its clearance, which will allow you to avoid serious damage. If you think that its level on the 2019 Ford Kuga is insufficient, then you can resort to some methods of increasing it (spacers, reinforced springs, larger diameter wheels, and much more). Good luck!
The compact crossover of the second Ford Kuga of the 2012-2013 model year was presented to Russian auto journalists and all interested visitors of the exhibition as part of MIAS 2012 in Moscow. A little earlier in the spring at the Geneva Motor Show, the European premiere of the SUV took place.
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The hero of our review, following the third Ford Focus, becomes a global model and will be sold in 140 countries with the same exterior and interior. That's just the American version of the Ford Kuga 2, traditionally for North America, will receive a different name - Escape. Sales of the new generation Ford Kuga will start in European countries in mid-autumn 2012, while Russians will have to wait until March 2013. The crossover for Russia will be produced in Tatarstan at the facilities of Ford Sollers.
New body - design and dimensions
The front of the crossover with an aggressive-sporty adult-sized bumper, stylish headlights with LED strips, a hood with bright longitudinal stampings. The bumper received a three-section air intake in the Focus 3 style with characteristic aerodynamic elements and stylish, elongated foglights combined into one block with turn signal repeaters.
The profile view of the crossover demonstrates greater harmony, thanks to the increased size of the rear of the body. The increase in length compared to the previous generation is more than 80 mm. When viewed from the side, the new body of the 2013 Ford Kuga looks amazing: a sloping hood, a heavily littered A-pillar, a neat stern, a soft roof line.
The sidewalls of the body seem to be saturated with energy, which is torn outward, forming powerful ribs and stampings, swollen wheel arches, capable of placing rubber on alloy wheels with new types of patterns.
The rear of the car with a large tailgate, faceted headlights, a compact bumper with a diffuser integrated into its surface and a pair of exhaust pipes. The entire lower part of the body along the perimeter is generously covered with unpainted plastic.
Towards the end of the description of appearance, we will indicate dimensions bodies Ford Kuga 2013:
- Length - 4524 mm, width - 1842 mm, height - 1745 mm, wheelbase - 2690 mm.
- Ground clearance above the canvas ( clearance) - 198mm.
- Tire size 235/55R17, 235/50R18 and even 235/45R19, rim size R17-19.
Salon - content and build quality
The interior of the new Kuga crossover demonstrates almost complete compliance with the interior of the third Focus. Owners who have moved from a hatchback to a crossover steering wheel will feel at home, a comfortable steering wheel with a mass of settings buttons, a stylish “tidy” with informative dials and a color on-board computer screen, a massive front panel with music, climate blocks and a high-mounted “handle” of the gearbox .
The front row seats are perfectly molded, with characteristic side support rollers, thanks to a wide range of adjustments, it is not difficult to find the optimal position behind the wheel.
In the second row, there is a shortage of space, it will be comfortable for two passengers who are not very tall, the pillow is molded for two seats, and the high transmission tunnel does not help accommodate a third passenger. The seat back can change the angle of inclination, the transformation of the rear row allows you to form a flat cargo area.
The trunk volume of a crossover with five passengers can accommodate 456 liters of cargo, when the rear seats are folded, the trunk allows you to load all 1653 liters under the ceiling. The fifth door received an electric drive and the ability to open without the help of hands, just wave your foot under the rear bumper and the door will rise. But I lost the opportunity to open only the upper part with glass, now the huge door always opens completely.
The second Ford Kuga can be equipped with Active Park Assist (self-parking), automatic braking and emergency alert systems in case of an accident, a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, advanced music with an 8-inch screen, a rear-view camera, a navigator ...
Specifications and test
The suspension of the Ford Kuga 2 crossover is completely independent with MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link rear, an electric booster with variable characteristics. Four-wheel drive with a Haldex clutch (electronic control) and a host of other electronic assistants that ensure stable behavior on the road.
From the start of sales, the SUV will be equipped with two diesel engines and a pair of gasoline engines:
- diesel- two-liter TDCi (140 hp or 163 hp),
- Gas engine- new 1.6-liter turbocharged EcoBoost (150 hp and 182 hp).
The default gearbox is a six-speed manual, as an option - a Power Shift 6-speed robot box with a dual clutch.
The new Ford Kuga 2 demonstrates a stable and confident behavior on the paved road, the short-travel and knocked-down suspension does an excellent job with the functions assigned to it. Test drive shows minimal roll, stability at high speed, confident cornering.
Before light off-road, the crossover also does not save, ingenious electronics to the last will help the wheels look for an opportunity to pull the SUV out of the mud or sand.
Are you wondering how much the second Ford Kuga 2012-2013 will cost in Russia? We will get an answer to the question in January-March 2013, when the crossover will be assembled in Yelabuga and its cost will be announced. According to official information, the price for Russian motorists for the new Ford Kuga starts at 899 thousand rubles for a crossover with a 150 horsepower engine, 5 manual transmissions and front-wheel drive in the Trend configuration, all-wheel drive will raise the price to 1099 thousand rubles. With a powerful gasoline engine producing 182 horsepower, the new Ford Kuga will cost from 1,258 thousand rubles, and with a 140 horsepower diesel engine from 1,308 thousand rubles, these versions are all-wheel drive and automatic by default.
New crossover Ford Kuga 2016 model year is officially introduced in the USA. At home, the car is sold under the name Escape. In our country, the car is assembled at the Ford plant in Tatarstan. But if in America the novelty will soon appear on sale, then the appearance of the new Ford Kuga 2016 in Russia will tentatively take place in the second half of next year.
It is difficult to call the car a new generation; rather, the crossover has experienced a deep restyling. The exterior and interior have undergone significant modernization. In technical terms, the crossover received several new engines. As for the new options, they are mainly associated with more modern electronic systems.
Appearance of the new Ford Kuga approached corporate-wide design trends for all Ford crossovers and SUVs of recent times. The large, hexagonal grille that stands out right away is the same as seen on the new Edge and the next-generation Ecosport. The rear optics has become more expressive. Well, if you look at the silhouette of the Kuga 2016 body, then the old version of the crossover is easily recognized in it. You can evaluate the updates further on our photos of the new Kug (aka Escape).
Photo Ford Kuga 2016
IN the cabin of the new Kuga the changes mainly affected the center console, which received a new architecture and a large touch screen. The display is an integral part of the advanced Sync 3 multimedia system. A feature of the system can be considered the ability to control the engine start, door lock and other car functions from a regular smartphone. Photos of the interior are attached.
Photo salon Ford Kuga 2016
Specifications Ford Kuga
In technical terms, the same load-bearing body with single-wheel drive and all-wheel drive transmission options remained. Suspension front and rear independent. Four-wheel drive is carried out thanks to an electronic clutch that connects the rear wheels. There were no big changes in dimensions and weight. All the same, the designers did not touch the base.
But with the power units, Ford engineers worked thoroughly. Now the base engine for Ford Kuga 2016 will be a gasoline engine with a volume of only 1.5 liters, though with a turbine. Ecoboost Kuga 1.5 develops 185 hp. at 245 Nm of torque. They left the good old 2.5 liter aspirated with 170 hp. (230 Nm). But the most powerful engine will be the EcoBoost 2.0 with 245 hp (374 Nm). It is worth noting that there will be no diesel Kuga in the USA, but for Europe such modifications will certainly appear. As for our market, for the Russians they can offer their own engine range.
As noted at the beginning of the article, the crossover was supplemented with new electronic systems. So, in particular, adaptive cruise control, an advanced parking assistant, a tracking system for blind spots and marking lines, plus several off-road assistance systems, appeared.
Prices and configurations Ford Kuga 2016 model year
The price in the US market for the Escape crossover starts at $23,000. In Russia, the current generation Ford Kuga can be bought for 1 289 000 rubles. For this price, you get a front-wheel drive crossover with a 2.5-liter aspirated (150 hp), plus a 6-band automatic. It should be borne in mind that even in the base the car has a fairly rich package. Air conditioning, a lot of active electronic assistants, an audio system, front and side airbags and much more. Most likely, thanks to the Russian assembly, the price for Kuga 2016 will be quite reasonable.
The first presentation of the Ford Kuga took place in 2008. The company's specialists did a great job and created a successful project from the car. In the spring of 2012, the second generation of this model was introduced. In Russia, this car appeared a year later. Now Ford offers an updated version of the Ford Kuga 2014-2015 with a large number of modifications.
Exterior Ford Kuga 2014-2015
Looking at the updated model, it becomes clear that the designers have done their best. We can safely say that the car looks no worse in terms of exterior design than its competitors. In some details, he even overtook them. The front of the body looks dynamic. The head optics are distinguished by the shape of the headlights, similar to the eyes of a predator. The bumper of the crossover is powerful. It has three sections of the air intake. Each part is decorated with slats. The lines of the hood are embossed. Fog lights are stylish.
If we consider the car in profile, it can be noted that its design is fully consistent with the philosophy of movement. It was she who was the basis of the exterior design. Externally, the car expresses swiftness, which is proved by the inclined design of the front glass, the smooth shape of the roof, slightly directed downwards. Relief lines stretched along the profile of the body. The shape of the wheel arches is inflated, which allows the use of wheels with a diameter of up to 19 inches. Draw attention to the car and moldings on the side windows, as well as originally executed roof racks.
The rear end may not boast special details, but it looks no less attractive. The trunk is large in size and has a classic rectangular shape. The rear bumper looks compact, with reflectors and a pair of exhaust pipes integrated into it.
And finally, it is worth noting the overall dimensions of the updated version. The length of the car is 4.52 meters, the width is 1.84 meters and the height is 1.745 meters. In this case, the ground clearance is 19.8 cm.
The interior design of the car resembles the Ford Focus 3 interior. The center console is made two-level and filled with a large number of various sensors and buttons. At first, it seems that it is overloaded, but over time you get involved and get used to their number and informativeness. The display of the multimedia system is located at the top of the console. With it, you can even control your phone and enjoy music on different media. The instrument panel is also the most informative. Information devices were located on it. Between them fit the screen of the onboard computer.
Now let's talk about the seats. The front seats of the SUV are comfortable and provide a comfortable fit. The seats are beautifully shaped and have plenty of room for adjustment. They also have quite effective support on the sides. The back row has enough space to accommodate two people. But for the third passenger there will be cramped. But the rear seats have the ability to adjust the position of the back.
The trunk of the Ford Kuga 2014-2015 has a sufficient volume, which is 456 liters. If you fold the rear seats, it will increase to 1653 liters. The tailgate opens in several ways. The most interesting of them is the contactless opening. This triggers the motion sensor. It is located under the rear bumper, and the door opens.
Specifications Ford Kuga 2014-2015
Prior to the model update, the second-generation Ford Kuga was equipped with two gasoline engines and one diesel engine. The new version added a 2.5-liter engine. Consider the characteristics of these power units.
The 1.6 liter petrol engines are turbocharged. They differ in the degree of forcing, which gives different power. One motor has 150 hp. s., and the second - 182 liters. With. The first engine can be paired with a six-speed manual with front-wheel drive or a six-speed automatic with all-wheel drive. The average fuel consumption is about 6.5 liters.
The second gasoline engine only works with automatic transmission. It is put on the all-wheel drive version. Such a car will accelerate to hundreds in 9.7 seconds. Fuel consumption averages up to 7.6 liters.
The diesel engine has a volume of two liters. A robotic gearbox works with this motor, which has two clutches. At the same time, the average consumption of diesel fuel is slightly more than 6 liters.
The updated version of the Ford Kuga 2014-2015 has more modifications thanks to the new engine model. This is a 2.5 liter petrol engine. Its power is 150 hp. With. This unit is placed on a front-wheel drive car and only works with an automatic transmission. This version of the car will consume about 8.1 liters of fuel.
The crossover steering wheel is equipped with an amplifier. The front suspension is made in the form of MacPherson, the rear of the car is equipped with a multi-link suspension.
Since the model is more related to the SUV, it is best to move on a flat road surface. As for the operation of the motors, they show themselves well already at the beginning of the movement, quickly reaching high torque rates. Good and transmission. The automatic transmission has excellent gear shifting.
The updated version of the Ford Kuga is modern, so it is equipped with a large number of additional systems.
Prices for Ford Kuga 2014-2015
The updated car will be available on the Russian market in several trim levels. These are Trend, Trend Plus, Titanium, Titanium Plus. The basic front-wheel drive model with mechanics will cost 989 thousand rubles. This version will be available with cloth upholstery. The most expensive will be a complete set with all-wheel drive and a diesel engine. Its cost will be 1535 thousand rubles. This version will get a panoramic roof and other additional options available for this model.
