Is a Ford Kuga 2011 a good car?

Is a Ford Kuga 2011 a good car?

The Ford Kuga is by far the best compact SUV to drive, as it feels like a raised Focus, with a sharp turn-in to corners, accurate, well-weighted steering and decent agility. The ride is reasonably firm, but it's not uncomfortable, and the pay off is limited body roll in corners.

Is Ford Kuga a good car?

If you want a practical family car that's still great to drive, then the Ford Kuga SUV hits the spot. Ford's third attempt at the Kuga is easily the best yet. The latest iteration of its family SUV blends great driving dynamics with useful on-board tech, good safety kit and plenty of practicality.

Is a Ford Kuga 2010 4x4?

The Ford Kuga may be a 4x4 but it's not meant to be a hardcore off-roader. Instead it is designed mainly for driving on tarmac - which explains the sporty rather than chunky styling. ... Surprisingly, the Kuga is one of the greenest cars of its type – so emissions and tax costs are lower than most alternatives.

Are Ford Kugas expensive to run?

The Ford Kuga uses a range of proven engines and the diesels offer the lowest running costs. They also feel better suited to hauling this heavy car along than the petrol alternatives. Those who need four-wheel drive or an automatic gearbox will find running costs increased compared to the two-wheel-drive versions.

Which Ford Kuga engine is best?

We certainly think diesel is best with the Kuga. The 1.6-litre TDCi engine is fine for easygoing family use, and the later enhanced 1.5-litre TDCi is better still (it sounds like it should be the other way around, but the smaller motor – which arrived in 2016 – is worth making the jump into).

How many miles can a Ford Kuga do?

Most of the readings have been around the 40mpg mark – which is some way short of the official figure. According to the data, our 2.PS front-wheel drive Kuga should deliver a combined mpg figure of 60.1mpg....The Details.

Current mileage	8021
Claimed economy	60.1mpg
Actual economy	38.1mpg

Is a Ford Kuga easy to drive?

The Ford Kuga is easy to drive, partly because of the decent visibility and partly because of its strong engines. The mild-hybrid diesel version is a good example: it has enough shove low in the rev range that you don't have to change down a gear to speed up.

Is a Ford Kuga a 4 wheel drive?

The Ford Kuga is a compact crossover SUV (C-segment) manufactured by Ford since 2008 mainly for the European market, and now in its third generation. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive are offered.

Is a Ford Kuga good on fuel?

Ford Kuga MPG & CO2 The Kuga works best when fitted with one of the three diesel engines on offer. The 2.0-litre 148bhp engine is our favourite; this can return up to 43.5mpg, while CO2 emissions of 144-164g/km (depending on wheels and gearbox) put it in medium Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) brackets for company car drivers.

What kind of car was the Ford Kuga in 2010?

• 2010 Ford (Europe) Kuga 1gen 4x4 SUV full range specs All Ford (Europe) Kuga 1st-gen. 4x4 SUV versions offered for the year 2010 with complete specs, performance and technical data in the catalogue of cars About the author Pawel Zal Visit our facebook page Search automobile-catalog:

What kind of fuel consumption does a Kuga have?

• The combined fuel consumption is 44.1 mpg ‑imp (6.41 L/100 km; 36.7 mpg ‑US) and the CO 2 emissions are 169 g/km. It is based on the C1 platform, which also forms the underpinnings of the Ford Focus and Ford C-Max. The first-generation Kuga was presented in September 2007, having its world premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show .

What is the difference between the Ford Kuga and Ford Escape?

• The second-generation Kuga was primarily developed by Ford of Europe, developed under the "One Ford" policy, which stipulates that Ford designs only one model in each segment to be sold globally. The rebadged name Ford Escape is used in North America, replacing the model of the same name there.

Will the Kuga Hybrid be Ford's first hybrid in Europe?

• The Kuga Hybrid would be Ford's first hybrid to be sold in Europe, though it has sold over 100,000 Escape Hybrids and Mercury Mariner Hybrids in the United States since 2004.