It turned out to be surprisingly difficult to systematize the problems associated with this car. We are not inclined to idealize cars, but the second generation Ford Kuga resisted for a very long time before we managed to dig up any dirt on it. Is the car still too fresh?

Usually, by the age of five, almost every car has already formed a whole train of typical shortcomings and the most common malfunctions. For the "Ford" crossover, we started, as usual, rubbing our hands. And what was our surprise when Internet forums in a single burst gave out only one typical "joint" for this model. And that one is not worth a damn. It turned out that the 5-year service life, which is the same as today for the most elderly cars from our experimental, is not indicative for Ford.

Many on the forums pay attention to the high quality of plastic finishes. He is resilient and rich looking. But you might not like the number of buttons. A lot of them

After reading a fair amount of reviews, you understand that the crossover has outlived the "diseases" of the first generation and is generally made quite high quality. Good looking on the outside, modern and solid on the inside. However, among its main advantages, both the owners and experts indicate excellent driving qualities, as well as the reliability and reliability of the main units. It is even difficult to single out anything here as a leader, so let's go in order, noting the nuances that should be borne in mind when buying this car.

Moving on to the details, let's start with the diesel engine, which has enough traction under any conditions. The manufacturer offered a choice of two versions of the TDCi engine with different power (150 and 180 hp). Both at this stage do not cause problems, with the exception of troubles provoked by frankly unusable fuel. As for the 1.6 EcoBoost petrol engine (150 and 182 hp), it will not disappoint either. The motor boasts a torque of 240 Nm, which is quite enough for passable dynamics.

Thin and easily injured

We also cannot recommend any one of the two offered transmissions. Both 6-speed - "mechanics" and the automatic machine work reliably and have not yet reached the age when one should listen and "sniff" the process of their activity. Off-road, regardless of the type of drive, both work fine in the context of, of course, the limited capabilities of the crossover in this area. And the Kuga all-wheel drive system does not require attention to itself beyond routine control.

You can't say anything reprehensible about the body. Of course, its size does not suit everyone, but even many owners of ten-year-old crossovers still cannot complain about corrosion or even a slight "bloom" of iron. And this despite the fact that the paintwork at the "Kuga" is quite thin and easily injured. And there are no complaints at all about the interior trim. That the fabric, that the leather behave with dignity. Questions are raised only by some aspects of the ergonomics and functionality of the equipment.

But where there are certainly no complaints, it is in handling. There are questions about setting up an electric amplifier. There are too many "synthetics" in the near-zero zone. But with a more severe deflection on the steering wheel, there is an organic and correct return force, and the wheels respond to commands accurately and quickly. The balance of suspension settings helps you get the most out of the ride. Here is both comfort and speed of reactions to road conditions.

Where is that weirdo?

Since we are talking about the suspension, it will not be superfluous to say a few warm words about it. An important advantage of the undercarriage is durability. The most frequent replacement - stabilizer struts - after 60-80 thousand km. Other parts, on occasion, go up to 200 thousand km. This is the resource of ball, silent blocks of levers, support bearings and the pillows themselves, shock absorbers). However, the silent blocks of the rear "multi-link" on average last up to three years, regardless of mileage. After that, the fasteners of the rear wishbones, with the help of which the toe-in of the wheels is adjusted, can "stick". Regular lubrication is required. By the way, undercarriage repairs are not cheap - many components change along with the levers.

The trunk is not considered a giant, only 406 liters. But the folded sofa will increase it to 1603 liters. Among the successful solutions is the absence of a median tunnel. Without it, it's much easier to sit in the back. We do not recommend chasing the electric drive of the fifth door, it is very slow

And as for that single "jamb", then since we have already mentioned it, we must lay it out to the end. This is the so-called braid - a plastic overlay above the license plate on the fifth door. With its corners, it rubs against the body and with a guarantee wipes two full-fledged "ravines" to the metal. The recipe for prevention is simple - remove the "scythe" and cut the corners with a file.

And finally, nowadays there are no cars without electronic glitches. Kuga is no exception. It's somehow better with an electrician, sometimes the headlight control unit suffers, but the inconsistency of various electronic protocols often comes out. This can manifest itself in the incomprehensible behavior of the radio tape recorder, lighting up alarm bulbs, illogical work of heating mirrors and seats. But, as you already understood, for the second generation Ford Kuga, this is already sheer trifles. They will not spoil the experience of the car if there is an eccentric who agrees to sell it to you for little money.

Handling, energy intensity and suspension comfort, diesel engine, automatic transmission, anti-corrosion

The high price of the car, the dynamics of the version with the 1.6 EcoBoost engine

Suspension

Structurally, the Kuga undercarriage is similar to the Focus platform, but not interchangeable. On both axles - anti-roll bars. An important advantage of the undercarriage is durability. Steering tips can easily hold out more than 100 thousand km, and steering rods can go twice as much

Transmission

The work of the automatic transmission cannot be called rapid, but claims to it are rare. This is perhaps the best budget 6-speed gearbox ever made by Americans this century. They do not complain about the breakdowns of the manual transmission either. Is that the selection of gear ratios ... The first gear in the manual gearbox can be made "longer", while the second is significantly "shortened"

When choosing a car, we pay attention to the corporate appearance, the comfort of the interior and the reliability of the equipment. Crossover Ford Kuga acquired many positive properties in the first generation. So why did the company release the second one soon after? The brand inherited both the pros and cons of the crossovers of that time. Therefore, owners and those planning to purchase should be aware of the obvious shortcomings of the 2008-2012 Ford Kuga.

Weaknesses of the first generation Ford Kuga crossover

The spectacular appearance hides the frankly weak sides of the car:

• engines;
• turbochargers;
• welds;
• electronics;
• salon.

Now in more detail ...

Diesel engines pose a lot more problems than gasoline engines. Most of the problems are related to the intake air supply or the fuel system. Vibration is often noted during idle or acceleration. Bad odor and increased fuel consumption during regeneration of the particulate filter is sometimes combined with DPF sensor problems. Low-quality fuel accelerates the wear of the injectors. Flywheel performance also degrades significantly over time. We'll have to replace it too.

Gasoline engines do not require as careful maintenance as diesel ones, but they are not without drawbacks. It would seem that the impressive volume of the tank of 66 liters should be more than enough, but in urban conditions the inefficiency of fuel consumption is especially noticeable.

Turbochargers.

Powerful diesel engines put a lot of stress on turbochargers and significantly reduce their service life. With the mileage, the turbine blades wear out more and more, because they are subjected to constant mechanical damage. Imbalance impeller also causes freezing in severe frosts. In the basic configuration, an additional unit is not available, the installation of which can get rid of this drawback.

Corrosive seams can appear in hidden areas of the body, on the bottom or in the recess of the windshield as a result of poor assembly. A direct consequence of insufficient tightness is the leakage of water into the passenger compartment. It is unpleasant in itself, but if the accumulated moisture penetrates the electronic equipment of the transport and disables it, trouble cannot be avoided. Pay attention to such a serious sore as soon as possible. This will eliminate the need for costly repairs.

Electronics.

Failure of electronic modules is most often associated with insufficient tightness and moisture ingress. In combination with the welded seams of the windshield of frankly poor quality, this is a real disaster. Breakdowns of the suspension and fuel level sensors occur periodically. A short circuit in the oil separator cup heating system instantly blows the fuse. In the case of diesel engines, the glow plugs will need to be replaced quite often. In cases of intensive use, generators are not particularly reliable either.

Cars of the brand are distinguished by acceptable noise insulation. But if you do not be careful and do not listen to the advice on operation, you will have to put up with the annoying creaks of the seats, the knocking of the fixing bushings and the rear door, the vibration of the hood and the rear-view mirror, as well as the unpleasant noise of the internal temperature fan.

Among the vulnerabilities of the Kuga, the spaciousness of the cabin and trunk deserves special attention. There is hardly enough space in the rear seats even for three people of average build. There is not enough space to accommodate the cargo. Silver on many decorative elements is subject to scratches and gradual flaking. Rubber seals, which protect from wind noise, weaken rather quickly and need to be replaced after five years.

The main disadvantages of the Ford Kuga 2008-2012 release

1. flaws in the ergonomics of the cabin and trunk;
2. particulate filter;
3. rear bushings must be replaced only complete with levers;
4. too high fuel consumption in the petrol version;
5. unpleasant noise due to vibration of the hood or rear-view mirror;
6. poor sealing of seams, the likelihood of corrosion and moisture penetration;
7. the capabilities of the car as an SUV leave much to be desired;
8. Sometimes only warming up helps to start the engine in frost.

Conclusion.

Judging the quality of the Ford Kuga crossover is a subjective decision of each driver. Some people will like the cross-country ability, responsiveness of control, characteristics of electronic equipment and engine power, quality-price ratio. Someone will not appreciate the uneconomical consumption of gasoline, weak sound insulation, cramped interior and trunk, rigidity.

It all depends on personal preferences, design features and operating conditions, but in any case, before buying a vehicle, you should familiarize yourself with the specified troubles of the 1st generation Ford Kuga, and make a choice based on them.

Weaknesses and main disadvantages of a used Ford Kuga was last modified: October 15th, 2018 by Administrator

The Ford Kuga is a modern crossover SUV that combines beauty, good equipment and a bit of off-road performance. In general, the car is good, for affordable money, it has been produced since 2008, but it has already changed its generation, you can buy the second generation of the Kuga. But in the secondary market there are now many 1st generation cars with different mileage and at different prices. In general, the cars are reliable, but there are also drawbacks, we will talk about this now.

The 1st generation Ford Coogee is based on the C1 platform, and the 2nd generation Ford Focus and Volvo S40 are also built on it. In the car, a comfortable interior, more expensive than in a Ford Focus, is more like a Mondeo in spirit, but looks simpler than a Volvo.

European versions have more diesel engines. There are 2 power options, the volume is 2 liters. And the gasoline engine here is a five-cylinder with a volume of 2.5 liters and a turbine. For Europe, there are 2 transmission options: a 6-speed manual transmission or an automatic PowerShift transmission that goes to diesel engines. For the Russian market - an automatic machine Aisin 55-51, they are installed to a 2.5-liter engine. For those who want more options, look for more expensive configurations: Zetec and Titanium ..

In terms of reliability, motors have proven themselves well, gearboxes too. In general, the car is the same in terms of reliability as the Focus or Mondeo, they have many of the same parts in the suspension and electrics. In Kuga, the distinctive interior design has been made more premium to match its price. But the car was not very popular both in Russia and in Europe, because the price of the Ford Coogee was the same as for Volkswagens in more expensive trim levels. But there was interest in cars brought from America, especially after 2011. In 2012, the 2nd generation Ford Coogee appeared. That is, the 1st generation was produced for only 4 years, the price of the car is quite good, the cost of maintenance is also, and spare parts are inexpensive.

Body

The body of the Ford Kuga is painted in the same way as the Mondeo of the same years, because the same painting technology was used, but it cannot be called ideal. But if the car is less than 10 years old, then the body will be in good condition. Corrosion can appear on the seams and on the bottom. The appearance is decent, over time, chrome can climb or break the lower grilles of the front bumper. But if you drive carefully and once a season wash out all the cavities of the bottom, then there will be no corrosion, even it is not necessary to do anticorrosive.

Salon

The interior is simple but stylish with decent quality materials. Everything is in the style of Ford, it is convenient to use the devices and all the functions of the car. After some time, knocks at the rear door may appear, the trunk shelves also fall off over time, and there may be minor failures in the electrics. Sometimes it happens that the windows stop working. You also need to be careful with armchairs if your weight is more than 100 kg, because they have rather weak reinforcement.

And the rear-view mirrors begin to vibrate over time, regardless of the configuration. In general, in small things, there is a lot that can break, but it is not difficult to fix it and it is inexpensive. After many years of operation, scratches may appear on the plastic, and in places where contacts often occur, the coating will peel off. The fabric interior easily absorbs dirt, so it is advisable to dry-clean the interior every 5 years. Also, after 5 years of operation, rubber seals on the doors may creep, this will lead to the fact that the doors will close with a not very pleasant sound, and also the sound insulation will deteriorate.

Electronics

The electrical parts are quite high quality, and there is no sophisticated electronics in the car. Therefore, Kuga will not have any problems with electronics in the near future. If there are cases that the outdoor lighting module fails, this means that moisture has got into it from the windshield niche. Leaks sometimes start in this niche.

Here, clogged drains or cracked sealant may be the cause. So, if you see that the rug in the driver's seat has become wet, it means that you need to check if everything is in order with the drains from the windshield. The tightness of all control units is rather low, so if water gets into them, they will not work very well.

There are cases that over time, the wiring under the bottom can also fail, for example, parking sensors have malfunctions. Also, the ignition modules of the engine and lambda do not last long. And on diesel engines, glow plugs do not last long either. As for the generators, they can also fail if the car drove through the mud. There are times when the fuel level sensor may fail even at a very low mileage. But in general, the car is reliable and apart from the above in terms of the interior, electronics and body, there is nothing else.

Suspension, steering and brakes

The brake system in Ford Kuga is without any problems, sometimes it happens that the ABS unit fails. But since the car is heavy and powerful, the brakes in it are seriously loaded, but despite this, the resource of discs and pads is quite serious, 60,000 km. - resource of disks, and pads - 30,000 km. And there are times when the discs serve for 150,000 km. It already depends on the driving style.

The suspension is reliable, with MacPherson struts in front and a more complex multi-link in the back. Even after 100,000 km. mileage, all front suspension parts (silent blocks, ball joints) are in excellent condition. Unless, the support of the rack may sag, this will already require intervention. By this run, the shock absorbers are also not like the new ones, but they are not yet flowing. So at 100,000 km. mileage, the car still drives decently.

The rear multi-link suspension is more complex. The wear of the silent blocks is already noticeable after 80,000 km. mileage. If the car is not heavily loaded, then 150,000 km. the rear suspension will last. And the shock absorbers are the same in terms of service life as on the front suspension. Also, the disadvantage is that the manufacturer tends to change the assembly parts, which is not always convenient in terms of finance. But for those who want to save money, you can supply spare parts from Mazda or Volvo, in most cases they are the same.

But the wheel bearings in Fords are a weak link, in the Kuga too. They wear out quickly because they are not well sealed and there is little lubrication in them, this leads to the fact that noise appears, and after a while they jam. Therefore, it is best, after wear, to put wheel bearings from Volvo, they are made of better quality.

The steering does not cause problems, because a reliable rack with long-playing tips is installed here. But if you put a wider rubber, then the rail and tips will wear out faster, but they can be easily and quickly changed, these parts are not a problem.

Transmission

Not everything is so simple here. The most problem-free cars are considered to be front-wheel drive cars with a manual transmission. After many years, it will be necessary to change the 2-mass flywheel and that's it.
But in cars with all-wheel drive, the Haldex clutch is considered a problematic unit, it needs to change the oil every 50,000 km, and it also does not really tolerate slippage. In it, the pump and its other elements may fail. Until 2009, a Haldex 3 coupling was installed, in which the pump breaks down. And after 2009, the 4th generation of Haldex appeared, it already has fewer problems, but it still needs to be monitored.

To determine that the clutch pump is out of order, you just need to see that the inscription “AWD defective” on the instrument panel lights up. The repair will not be very expensive - in the region of 10,000 rubles, if only the matter is in the electrics. It also happens that the wiring in the electronics of the unit fails and its contacts may deteriorate, especially if you often drive off-road and dirt gets into this unit.

If you actively use four-wheel drive, then the filters and oil must be changed on time, there is only half a liter of oil in the clutch, so if its level decreases slightly, this will cause noticeable damage to the clutch. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure that there is no oil leakage through the oil seals. If the pump fails, then it is better to buy a new one, but it is better to take the filter from Volvo.

In Russia, most of the cars with an automatic transmission Aisin AW55-51, it was also installed on many Volvo models. This box is quite reliable, except that the linings of the gas turbine engine do not last very long and the valve body also does not last very long. And all because it does not tolerate dirt well, the solenoids are also not very strong. And the design is not so simple to repair such a box in the garage; for repairs, you will need to go to a service.

But if you change the oil in the box on time, then it will last 250,000 km., And maybe more. By the way, it does not even overheat, because it is connected to an external radiator. So, cars with an automatic transmission can be safely bought, the main thing is to check its condition at the time of purchase so that the gears turn on smoothly and the car does not jerk.

There is also a robotic box - PowerShift, it was installed on diesel configurations. With her, the situation is not so rosy. This is a 6-speed preselection. It needs to be serviced more often and the oil should be changed, because it quickly becomes dirty. Solenoids and clutch often fail. The design is rather complicated, so it is necessary to repair it in specialized services, and there the repair will cost a lot of money. Spare parts also cost money.

If oil leaks or vibrations appear, this means that the oil is dirty, overheating has begun, and with a long load the clutch slips. So, so that this does not happen while the gearbox is still working, you just need to change the oil every 30,000 km. and she still travels. And the filter with a pollution sensor must also be changed immediately. If you do not drive in traffic jams and change the oil on time, then your 250,000 km. it will also serve, if you drive through traffic jams, then the resource will decrease to 150,000 km.

Motors

Motors are different, the power varies from 140 to 200 hp. with. The petrol engine here is a 2.5 turbo, the same as in Volvo. In order for it to work well in the Ford Kuga, it was slightly modified. But its resource is quite large, without much difficulty it is 500,000 km. will serve, if you do not specifically kill him, then it will last longer.

The motor has a timing belt, which has a long service life, it must be changed every 100,000 km. The main thing is that the oil does not get on the belt, because this will destroy it faster. If there is a Pierburg gas pump in the car, then you need to know that it breaks down every 2-3 years, so it is better to install some non-original one immediately after the breakdown. Also, do not forget to clean the radiator, especially if the car drives around the city most of the time.

The Kuga brake system has no specific flaws, except that the ABS unit occasionally fails, and its algorithms for working on uneven surfaces are not ideal - too strong release. In general, the brakes are well loaded - the car came out heavy and quite powerful. Nevertheless, the resource of discs and pads is quite acceptable: discs run at least 50-60 thousand kilometers, and often for one and a half hundred. A set of discs is usually enough for two or three sets of pads, which can be considered an excellent result.

The suspension is generally strong, with the main questions about Ford's parts policy. MacPherson is in front, and he walks for a long time: with runs over a hundred thousand, all silent blocks and ball joints are usually in perfect condition, and only the sagging support of the rack requires intervention. The shock absorbers themselves, with a similar mileage, are already losing their effectiveness, but they are not yet flowing, and the car maintains decent behavior on the road.

Dimensions (L / W / H), mm

4 443 / 1 842 / 1 677

The rear multi-link is more difficult. Here, the silent blocks and supports of the lower carrier arm, as well as the silent blocks of the saber arm, are mainly worn out. For those who regularly drive with full load, knocking may begin after 60-80 thousand mileage, but with a low load, the entire system runs noticeably more than one and a half hundred thousand. With shock absorbers, the situation is approximately similar to the front end.

The main disadvantage is that, unfortunately, not all suspension parts can be simply ordered from the catalog: the manufacturer strongly recommends changing the complete levers. Fans of economy have to master the catalogs of Volvo and Mazda. The second flaw is that the wheel bearings on a Ford are generally a sore spot, and Kuga has not escaped this scourge. They are completely "not eternal" here, a low degree of sealing and a lack of lubrication lead to noise or even jam over time. We have to change them - and, as usual, it is better for the version from Volvo - it is made a little better than the "original".

With the helmsman there is usually no hassle: there is a strong rack and not very strong tips, which easily take the "blow", but wear out quickly in combination with wide tires. It is compensated by the fact that these are very common spare parts.

Transmission

Here is a little more trouble, and they are much more expensive. Only front-wheel drive cars with "mechanics" have no problems - they have only two-mass flywheels that sometimes need to be changed or repaired.

In four-wheel drive cars, the Haldex clutch is added to the number of problematic nodes: it does not like long-term operation and slippage, and besides, it requires an oil change at least once every 30-50 thousand kilometers, otherwise both the pump and its other filling may fail. A two-generation clutch was installed on the Kuga: by the end of 2009 you can find the 3rd generation Haldex - it has a very vulnerable pump, and the algorithm of operation is not the best. But after 2009 it is always Haldex 4 - it is less of a hassle with it, but it still needs frequent maintenance and occasionally presents surprises.

If the inscription “AWD defective” is lit up, then in the case of cars up to the end of 2009 it is most likely a dead pump. The cost of repairs is from ten thousand rubles, if only the electrician has suffered. Occasionally, failures are associated with the wiring to the electronics of the unit, since it is located quite openly, and for those who like to climb off-road, the area where the clutch is located becomes dirty, as a result of which the contacts can fail. Unfortunately, the list of hassles doesn't end there.

Drive unit

Oil leaks through the clutch seals often lead to damage to the pump itself, including on machines with a Haldex 4 clutch. And since the volume of oil is only about half a liter, the clutch is extremely sensitive to such losses. With the active use of all-wheel drive, you need to change filters and oil regularly, and the higher the load on the rear axle, the more often. And if the pump, for example, in the event of a breakdown, it is better to buy a new one, then it is easier and cheaper to buy filters from Volvo: catalog number 30787687 for cars with Haldex 3 and number 31325173 for more recent ones. If any of this is neglected, then the structure begins to "crumble": first the pump failure, then the clutch pack and electronics.

All owners of Volvo cars of the mid-2000s are familiar with the Aisin AW55-51 automatic transmission, which is the most common in our country, it was used on, and on, and even on. Quite strong in mechanical terms, it does not please the owners with the small resource of the linings of the gas turbine engine with active driving and a low resource of the valve body. He is extremely capricious about any contamination, he has delicate solenoids, besides, the structure as a whole is rather complicated, difficult to repair “on the knee” and requires careful diagnostics.

Nevertheless, 200-250 thousand such a box will work fine provided that the oil is changed on time, especially since on the Kuga it works with an external radiator and rarely overheats. But it is still recommended to remove the thermostat, install an external fine filter and change the oil every 30-40 thousand kilometers. Ford got the last version of this automatic transmission, and it is not particularly capricious. All childhood illnesses have long been cured, and you can not be afraid of cars with automatic transmission, unless you carefully check whether the "racer" drove it - the box does not like this kind of load.

Proposal for checkpoint type

Maximum speed, km / h

But the automatic transmission PowerShift of the 6DST450 series, which is often found with diesel engines, is already from a completely different test. This preselective six-speed "robot" turned out to be very problematic, like all preselectives of this generation. The main problem is the long service interval and the associated amount of accumulation of contaminants in the oil. The main consumables in this case are solenoids and a clutch kit. The complexity of the design turned out to be too high for most non-specialized services, which means that the price of any repair from the "right" people will be rather big. And the price of spare parts bites.

Another serious drawback is the restrictions on towing - the restrictions here are even stricter than those of Audi with their "CVT": 20 km at a speed of 20 km / h. And in no case in reverse. By the way, the solenoids are compatible with the Volkswagen "hit" DQ250, and in general, the boxes are similar in design.

Oil leaks and unit vibrations usually indicate that there are problems with overheating: most likely, the oil is contaminated to the limit, and the clutch slips under prolonged load. If the box is alive, then we can recommend a very frequent oil change, every 20-30 thousand, and an additional external full-flow filter - best of all with a pollution sensor. In the case of a timely oil change and highway driving modes, the box demonstrates the wonders of a resource: there are instances with runs for 350 thousand without repairs, but most owners during operation in the city will be limited to a mileage of 150 thousand and very expensive repairs.

Motors

Engines and power

Kuga's motors are few and far between. The 2.5T gasoline engine comes from Volvo. For use on Fords, it was slightly changed, but not the fact that it was improved. However, on the whole, this is an extremely resourceful motor, "million-strong", capable of overcoming the mark of 400-500 thousand kilometers without much stress with a minimum level of service, and even more if it is good.

The main problems of the engines on the Kuga are the crankcase ventilation system with a PCV valve integrated into the oil trap, not the best seals, weak ignition modules and expensive turbines. Moreover, some of the problems on Volvo are absent - in any case, with turbines everything is easier there, and there are fewer complaints about ignition modules. The timing belt is driven by a belt with a consistently high resource, about 90-120 thousand kilometers - just watch out for its oiling, since the belt does not live for a long time after oil has entered.

The Pierburg gasoline pump fails literally after a few years, so it is better to replace it with a non-original one. And radiators need regular cleaning, especially in predominantly urban traffic. Exhaust often loses its tightness, pipe joints wear out - but this often happens with diesel engines ... By the way, it is not necessary to completely change the so-called "old-style" oil separator: there is a separate PCV valve membrane on sale, and the body can be washed. But a slightly more reliable new one without a "collective farm" is no longer being repaired.

Powertrain proposal

Two-liter diesel engines are familiar from other Ford models - these are engines developed jointly with PSA, the DW10 and DW12 series. Their main problems are in the low viscosity of Ford oil (on SAE20 and even SAE30, the chances of crankshaft scuffing and "fist of friendship" are greatly increased) and in the relative rarity of such engines, so not every service will be able to service them well. Expensive injectors, difficulties with the burning of the particulate filter and other diesel troubles also did not escape them. So such a high-mileage motor can cause a lot of trouble.

Fuel consumption per 100 km

On the other hand, the resource of the piston group is high, and a large crossover with a diesel engine, even in traffic jams, will have a consumption of less than 10 liters per hundred (and in some cases, about 7). And there are enough contract units. But the "short block problem" is very far-fetched: the lack of some components on sale does not mean that the engine is not repairable, since there are pistons and rings, you can buy liners. Just an inexpensive short block really solves a lot of problems while guaranteeing a high quality recovery. The main thing is to try not to cause damage to the crankshaft and block. Study the algorithm of the particulate filter cleaning system, pour not the "brand", but the correct oil. And remember that diesel often requires more money for maintenance - just as much as it "eats" less fuel. When buying, check the operation of the vacuum valve of the brake and boost system, as well as the condition of the glow plugs and the serviceability of their control unit.

Summary

The first experience of developing its own European crossover at Ford was clearly not lumpy. Unless the strange choice of powertrains and pricing policy did not give him a chance - but it looks like it was intended. In many ways, this car is better, more solid, more convenient and more reliable than its competitors. And of the undoubted advantages, one can note powerful gasoline engines and a design proven by millions of Focuses.

There are also disadvantages, but the perfect car does not exist. Four-wheel drive on cars of the first years of production is very capricious, diesel engines during dealer service are at risk, and a robotic gearbox is very troublesome and expensive to maintain, you cannot rely on it. But the price of the cars is more than attractive. In general, if you are in love with this car, but are not ready to spend, think about purchasing the simplest option with front-wheel drive and "mechanics". If the difficulties do not scare you, careful diagnostics and patience will help you find an option with an automatic transmission, a suitable engine and Haldex 4th generation clutch.

Prices for some spare parts

➖ Build quality
➖ Ergonomics
➖ Visibility
➖ Fuel consumption

pros

➕ Manageability
➕ Suspension
➕ Passage
➕ Comfortable salon

The advantages and disadvantages of the 2018-2019 Ford Kuga in a new body are revealed based on feedback from real owners. More detailed pros and cons of Ford Kuga 2 generations 2.5 and 1.5 turbo with automatic, front and all-wheel drive 4x4 can be found in the stories below:

Owner reviews

The car is comfortable for long distances over 1000 km per day. We drove both on the highways and on military dirt roads, climbed along the talus roads into the mountains (no extreme) - Kuga 2 drives confidently, steers when sliding, when stopping on a reverse slope, it does not go back, you can move calmly as if on a level one.

Up to 140 km / h, the speed is not particularly felt, it becomes noisy faster and vibrations appear, but the course holds confidently at 160. The car is generally balanced, it has no frankly weak points.

The turbocharged engine pulls quite briskly in the city, for sharp overtaking there is Sport on the highway, or a button for a low one.

The suspension is more urban on country roads, you will not go quickly, it will pass through virgin fields, along rainy forest roads, along a flat beach, it drives nicely. For 30,000 km, nothing has arisen, the interval between maintenance is 15,000 km. The overall impression is a typical urban crossover: comfortable, vigorous, with its own pleasant little things.

But at the same time, I do not like the layout: the body is narrow, high and elongated (compared to classmates). The wide front pillar blocks the side view, the mirrors do not fold completely and end up sticking out, there is illumination of the legs for some reason, but there is no illumination of the glove compartment, on the tailgate there is a closing handle on only one side, so with a busy right hand you need to contrive to close and the move is pretty hard, a weak woman will have to hang on it.

Igor Suvorov, drives a Ford Kuga 1.6 (150 HP) AWD AT 2015

You can switch the speed on the automatic box in manual mode. Very comfortable seats, you get into the car like a spacecraft. Nice flat square luggage space with the rear seats folded down.

Ford Kuga II holds the road perfectly, the car is very maneuverable when driving around the city. And it's very cool to refuel gasoline: I opened the flap and there are no plugs, put the pistol in and took out the pistol, clean and comfortable.

Gasoline consumption fell after 40,000 km, sharply, the car began to consume 2 liters less gasoline. It's strange why such a long break-in period? In rainy weather, the trunk does not open from the foot on the first try. The doors also sometimes (very rarely) do not open on the first attempt with keyless access.

Yes, for some reason the side windows get dirty very quickly in the rain. There was only one complaint - after 35,000 km, the motor cooling bypass failed, it was changed under warranty, despite the fact that I never came to MOT, I changed the oil and filter myself.

Nikolay Sheryshev, drives a Ford Kuga 1.6 (150 hp) AWD AT 2013

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Very comfortable and pleasant to drive a car, many options, a gorgeous panoramic roof, excellent bi-xenon, a very convenient famous door that opens with a foot, excellent seats, which have shown themselves very well on long trips (1,300 km without stopping, you can easily drive), good finishing materials interior, decent dynamics, good brakes, very good insulation, comfortable suspension, sharp steering wheel, the car is comfortable at speeds up to 200 km / h.

But there are also jambs: then the box squeaks, pushes and kicks, the steering rack knocks and asks for replacements, the deflectors crunch, the saber rubbed the holes in the rear door to the metal, the keyless entry falls off, the music is full r .., the steering column clicks, the speedometer curve, the hood vibrates at idle, the tailgate opens and then no longer, something squeaks, taps, rattles, the tire pressure monitoring system does not work, the washer level sensor too ...

In addition to this, I was faced with a complete reluctance of official dealers to do anything within the framework of their warranty obligations. Complete from the word "absolutely". Tightly frostbitten guys. And he received the same attitude from the head Russian Ford ...

Dmitry Gaidash, drives a Ford Kuga 1.6 (182 hp) AWD automatic in 2016

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After being taken away, we drove the first 200 km - the average consumption showed 8.6 liters. In the city, the consumption with all the warm-ups and idling showed 13.9 liters. It's a smooth ride.

You understand, while I run in, I do not force it. The departure was out of town, along a distance of 200 km one way - the flow rate showed already 7.3 liters. I pour gasoline on the 92nd, the seller advised only to drive the 92nd, I don't know how much is correct, what are you pouring in?

Now the mileage is already in the region of 900 km. The car warms up very quickly, 5-10 minutes and the temperature arrow goes up. Feels like this is not a car, but an airplane, it is quiet, calm and comfortable inside. The seats also warm up very quickly.

Another big plus, which was paid attention to, is the blowing of the rear passengers. On the Kuga, it has a plus to the heating of the legs. In my opinion, there is no CX-5. We carry the child in the back. Another plus is the tilt-adjustable rear seats.

I started the car even at -30 degrees (after 12 hours of inactivity), there are no hints at all that the Kuga will not start. The salon is warm, and in the current frosts I sit freely in a T-shirt.

About handling - generally a thrill. There is no ice or snow porridge between the stripes. When overtaking everything is smooth and calm, you sit high, the visibility is excellent. Rubber is Nokia 5 R17 (received as a gift from the salon).

Review of Ford Kuga 1.5 turbo (150 hp) with automatic and all-wheel drive 2018

I will compare Kugu with my former Suzuki Grand Vitara. Exterior. Like the front. Still, the muzzle adorned this unit. I do not like the previous body (some kind of squinted in front). From the side, nothing has changed, indifferent. The rear has changed a little for the better.

Salon. The width on the front row is the same as on the Suzuki. The seats are more comfortable. I settled down right away, the lumbar support is good, as well as the lateral support. The right leg does not get tired.

The heated front windshield is a wonderful thing, perhaps the most useful thing after the air conditioner. There is no need to wait for the engine to heat up, and when, in turn, warm air heats up the glass, which means it is not necessary to make ridiculous movements with the scraper.

It is quite spacious under the hood, but the neck for washer is several centimeters higher - it would be more convenient. What I don't like is the lack of a dipstick for checking the oil in the automatic transmission.

Suspension. Compromise solution. I can assess it fairly objectively, since every day I go to and from work on the same path (road). In those places where I remembered everyone, starting with the road workers and ending with our supreme power, with bad words, now I fly by imperceptibly, well, or almost imperceptibly.

Engine. I got what I wanted. Simple volumetric aspirated. Someone may not have enough traction, but the wave is enough for me, and in extreme cases there is a sport mode. That's just servicing (changing the oil) it is necessary every 15,000 km. For me, sheer blasphemy.

The owner drives a Ford Kuga 2.5 (150 hp) AT AWD 2016

I have a standard package, but it has everything you need. Front-wheel drive. The car holds perfectly and a dry road, and a large downpour with puddles. Someone wrote that Kuga does not eat rut - they lie! Ford normally digests it, any car will feel this lack of our roads. On a normal smear, outside the asphalt and after rain, the car drives confidently and does not grimace.

The Kug's handling is excellent and holds the turns perfectly, even on a circular path. There is no roll at high-speed approach! Do not listen to anyone, since I also read somewhere that lurch too much.

This is my first machine gun, and it seems to me that the mechanics would be faster. Gear shifting is slower than desired. Also frustrating is the expense. On the highway at a speed of 110-130 km / h, 9.5-10 liters are needed, and at 140-150 - already 10-11 liters. Around the city - 12 liters.

Review of Ford Kuga 2.5 (150 hp) with automatic 2019