NEW Ford Kuga review: see why it's not just a Focus on stilts

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Everybody is raving about the new Ford Puma, the Fiesta-sized crossover that mixes practicality with supermini-like handling. But just before the Puma was mopping up awards, Ford launched a bigger - and arguably more stylish - version called the Kuga,
Called the Escape in the US, the Kuga is, on the surface at least, a Focus on stilts built to go up against the likes of the Skoda Karoq. But as you're about to find out, the Kuga isn't just a crossover version of the Focus - it's a proper SUV.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:04 Design
2:36 Boot
3:28 Engines
5:19 Price
5:57 Tech
7:04 Build quality
8:20 Storage
9:26 Rear seats
10:53 On the road
12:53 Motorway driving
14:09 Verdict
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[@MrPilgrim609]

Got the ST Line First Edition in white. Had it since 1/9/20 and must say I love it. Still finding all sorts of magic little features that it does eg take your seatbelt off while the engine is running, and it automatically puts the handbrake on, mad!😀. Had 2 older model Kugas before and this one wipes the floor with them. Loving it👍🏻

[@scrapbongo786]

Very well done Kuga review. Music a bit too loud to hear you in the intro is only a suggestion. /cheers scrapbongo

[@YesAutoUK]

Thanks! And great to see you back in the comments. Appreciate the feedback re: music, we'll get that changed for the next video - Cam

[@wilbo8328]

Have got one on order. Really good review. There were not many review videos around when I placed the order. Btw, those are the optional 20s, not 19s.

[@korgond]

It's a beautiful design

[@oliverstemp9132]

One of the nicer mid size SUVs, a very good all rounder

[@viperv7305]

Ford interiors since 2020 have been phenomenal

[@richgl31]

Subjective of course- but bolt on chunky infotainment looks a little dated. A few styling tweaks externally needed too for me; front headlights too big. I like Ford so would love them to get it right.

[@nicho9292]

Just ordered this in metallic grey st line x 2.5 hybrid and must say I can’t wait to get it. Had other fords but this by far looks the best

[@wessley4606]

Me too! Getting mine next month in red, I've only ever had only bangers so I'm beyond excited 😁

[@grahamh188]

And me. Just ordered st line x in red. How long did you have to wait for delivery?.

[@hassocks1206]

I have had an FHEV Kuga for 3 months. It’s a great car.

[@dailyblogger1533]

Hassocks1206 that's good to know as I've just ordered my FHEV Vignale

[@justinfrancis4259]

A few questions 😁 How much MPG are you getting motorway and in town? .how is the drive?.Is if smooth drive or noisy due to CVT engine especially in motorway?. .,does it respond well for overtaking and is it fast enough and pick up well?. .does the interior bland as it look? .does ford pass work well?. Too many questions but your answer will help me pick my car

[@hassocks1206]

@@justinfrancis4259 MPG in town is 5.2l/100kms sometime much less if all electric (2.2l/100kms). Motorways, we have not done much of that but it is no more than 5.3l/100kms. There is absolutely no issue with CVT noise and the engine note is quiet up to 130kph. Overtaking, just enjoy it. In Normal mode its quick enough, but you can select Sport mode with a press and off you go. Pick up is satisfactory. My interior is the ST Line so has the red piping etc, the ambient lighting adds to it. The worst feature is the useless tonneau cover in the boot. It is flimsy and will get damaged. It’s kept in the bedroom of my house.

[@hassocks1206]

@@justinfrancis4259 the Pass app is good for starting the car on a hot day before you get to it. I am not sure about the journey info as it keeps telling me I corner to hard 😝 I would say it needs more development time.

[@hassocks1206]

@@justinfrancis4259 I have just completed a 1,250km round trip, mostly motorways cruising at 115kph. Fuel consumption overall 5.3l/100kms ✅

[@JDMullachabu]

Really enjoying Cam’s reviews - even more of a ‘real world’ review than I have found elsewhere, and in a pretty crowded market. Looking for a replacement car again now, and bounce between Carwow Matt and here - keep up the good work Cam! Oh, and I really quite like the Kuga - it’s on my shortlist for first steps into the hybrid world.

[@dailyblogger1533]

Try out the Rav4 too.

[@davidblack5725]

I have a hybrid 2.5 petrol automatic, this is my second Kuga ST. The engine bay looks like like an oil refinery, a plastic cover would make it look nicer.

[@jameshind6644]

So glad we get the American engine in Australia. 2.0l turbo petrol 8 speed auto making 245hp

[@dirtydeeds2012]

Which is best this or the nissan qasqai you tested?

[@KAZUYADOG]

If you want more clattery get the 190ps Auto AWD,that does clattery very well,the sound when pulling away either slowly or quickly is akin to a hammer drill crossed with an electric lawnmower,i'm not kiidin it does my head in.

[@anthonyabdorab]

i got one it's a good car best of it's range by mile.

[@swigga69]

Those are not 19 inch allows, they are 20 inch... a very good car, testdrove the kuga hybrid today 😊

[@supertote2010]

Got the st line x 2.l awd 8 speed auto coming in two weeks. Hope its good as I can't test drive due to covid 😬

[@buddhaboy4902]

I’ve got the same model in white coming in may, same couldn’t test drive, I owned the mk 1 kuga, great drive, looking forward to picking it up, let us no how your first drive goes

[@chrisb012]

I’ve had the Vignale with the same engine and A8 AWD since October, and I LOVE it. Pulls really well, overtakes nicely, and in sport mode, handles the back roads beautifully. I get about 50.7 mpg out of it.

[@supertote2010]

@@buddhaboy4902 will do collecting it today 😁 tbf it's my first ford and my first auto.

[@neillewis82]

@@chrisb012 is that just normal driving? Or are you trying to get higher mpg? I'm looking at ordering the 2.0 ecoblue awd soon.

[@chrisb012]

@@neillewis82 Got to be honest, there’s a lot of Motorway miles, making good progress, and I have fast country roads in and out of my village.

[@kkiwi54]

I don't like the way the infotainment screen sticks up unsupported and without a glare shroud. The one in my 2017 Focus is built-in and doesn't look like some afterthought.

[@mohasan2753]

Are they not 20inch alloys?

[@kyberwolfuk]

I've just ordered the ST LINE X ECOBLUE 2.0 190 Tdci Auto AWD as my Motability Car its got what I'm after in a car for my comfort and smile I have Rheumatoid Althritus but still work as a professional Driver

[@anthonyabdorab]

good car

[@DaveDVideoMaker]

Ford really needs to make more automatic versions of the Kuga.

[@rossfirman4110]

They are the 20 inch wheels not 19 they are an option

[@Noraiz08]

this or the Volkswagen Tiguan r-line?

[@bojansalmic9811]

music is too loud...

[@Mikeyp1054]

I Had the previous generation and I cant believe they've carried those seats over.the bases are tiny leaving a huge gap under your knees.very poor.they need an extended base and more side bolstering.im only 5 ft 8 and they were very unsupported all round which is a shame

[@muddymarvellous]

The stilts are STUNTED

[@kkiwi54]

Good thing too - SUVs are pointless (imo;)

[@rufdymond]

This car looks good from the outside - but is a complete letdown once you sit inside. Ford interiors are awful (my opinion) just hate the way it looks, I really wanted to like it but compared with something like the Kia Sportage it’s just light years behind.

[@SeanMcklo]

Such a really strange set up of petrol engines and very low powered for such a big car? Seems daft to have 118BHP for a near 2 tonne car... 1.5 petrol should be 180BHP with electrification assistance

[@jameshind6644]

We get a 2.0l turbo petrol with 8 speed auto in Australia. It makes 247bhp

[@davidbraun2923]

A front wheel drive "proper SUV" I don't think so - it's a crossover without a doubt

[@kkiwi54]

Just a big hatchback - no bad thing

[@Theoriginalramjammer]

A 4x4 version is available in Titanium, St line and Vignale trim (2.0 diesel with auto box) and the size and heft of the thing qualify this as an SUV. A soft roader at best maybe but a 4x4 is available.

[@athollmcnicoll256]

Thumbs down because petrol no automatic gearboxes.

[@charlesseedmedia5907]

the video quality and exposures of this review is terrible. totally blown out.

[@muddymarvellous]

The Ford Kuga owners club on Facebook hate the look of this low down focus..designed with women in mind..not rugged enough!

[@MrStevenastley]

I don't think the Kuga has ever been classed as 'rugged' !!

[@jeff1595]

@@MrStevenastley yes never

[@tesla_models]

The biggest problem is that we need to import these things all the way from dearborn michigan so no one buys them .otherwise great cars

[@user-ei3dq2dw6i]

Sorry that dash led set up is utter rubbish I stopped buying fords long time ago after the mondeo totally usless vehicle at the time thou this kuga car looks good from outside