➖ Build quality
➖ Ergonomics
➖ Visibility
➖ Fuel consumption

pros

➕ Controllability
➕ Suspension
➕ Patency
➕ Comfortable salon

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

Owner reviews

The car is comfortable for long hauls over 1,000 km per day. We drove both on highways and on military dirt roads, climbed along scree roads into the mountains (without extreme sports) - Kuga 2 drives confidently, steers when sliding, when stopping on a reverse slope it does not go backwards, you can set off calmly as if on a level road.

Up to 140 km/h the speed is not particularly noticeable; faster it becomes noisy and vibrations appear, but it holds the course confidently even at 160. The car as a whole is balanced, it has no obvious weak points.

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

The suspension is more urban on country roads, you can’t go fast, it will go through a virgin field, along rainy forest roads, along a flat beach, it steers nicely. Nothing happened after 30,000 km, the interval between maintenance is 15,000 km. General impression— a typical urban crossover: comfortable, cheerful, with its own pleasant little things.

But at the same time, I don’t like the layout: the body is narrow, high and elongated (compared to its classmates). The wide A-pillar blocks the side view, the mirrors do not fold all the way and end up sticking out, there are footwell lights for some unknown reason, but there is no illumination for the glove compartment, the tailgate has a closing handle on only one side, so if your right hand is busy you have to manage to close and the move is quite 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 transmission in manual mode. Very comfortable seats, you get into the car as if you were in a spacecraft. Nice flat square volume luggage compartment with the rear seats folded down.

The Ford Kuga II handles the road excellently, the car is very maneuverable when driving around the city. And it’s very cool to fill up with gas: I opened the hatch and there are no traffic jams, I put the gun in and took out the gun, it’s clean and comfortable.

Gasoline consumption dropped 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 sometimes does not open with your foot on the first try. Doors also sometimes (very rarely) do not open on the first try with keyless entry.

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

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

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A very comfortable and pleasant car to drive, many options, luxurious a roof with a panoramic view, excellent bi-xenon, very comfortable famous door that opens with your foot, excellent seats that have proven themselves very well in long trips(You can easily drive 1,300 km without stopping), good materials interior trim, decent dynamics, good brakes, very good sound insulation, comfortable suspension, sharp steering, the car is comfortable at speeds up to 200 km/h.

But there are also some problems: the box squeaks, pushes and kicks, steering rack knocks and asks for replacement, the supports crunch, the saber has rubbed into back door holes to metal, keyless entry falls off, the music is complete shit... steering column clicks, the speedometer is crooked, the hood vibrates at idle, the trunk door sometimes opens with your foot, sometimes it doesn’t, something creaks, taps, rattles, the tire pressure monitoring system doesn’t work, the washer level sensor doesn’t work either...

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”. Deeply frostbitten guys. And I received exactly the same attitude from the parent Russian Ford...

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

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

You understand, while I’m running it in, I’m not forcing it. We were leaving the city for a distance of 200 km one way - the consumption was already 7.3 liters. I fill it with 92nd gasoline, the seller advised me to only drive with 92nd, I don’t know how correct this is, what are you filling?

Now the mileage is already around 900 km. The car warms up very quickly, about 5-10 minutes and the temperature needle starts to rise. It feels like it’s not a car, but an airplane; inside it’s quiet, calm and comfortable. The seats also warm up very quickly.

Another big plus that we paid attention to is airflow rear passengers. On Kuga it is a plus for heating the feet. In my opinion, not on the CX-5. We carry the child in the back. Another plus is the tilt-adjustable rear row seats.

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

As for handling, it’s generally a blast. There is no feeling of ice or slush between the stripes. When overtaking, everything is smooth and calm, you sit high, the visibility is excellent. Tires cost 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 the Kuga with my previous Suzuki Grand Vitara. Exterior. I like the front. Still, the muzzle adorned this unit. I don’t like the previous body (the front is kind of squinted). On the side, nothing has changed, indifferent. The rear has changed a little for the better.

Salon. The width on the first row is the same as on the Suzuki. The seats are more comfortable. I settled in right away, the lumbar support is good, as is the lateral support. The right leg doesn't get tired.

Vetrovoe windshield Heating is a wonderful thing, perhaps the most useful after air conditioning. There is no need to wait for the engine to warm up, and when, in turn, warm air It will heat up the glass, which means you don’t have to make awkward movements with the scraper.

There is quite a lot of space under the hood, but the neck for the washer is a few centimeters higher - it would be more convenient. What I definitely don’t like is the lack of a dipstick for checking the oil in the automatic transmission.

Suspension. A compromise solution. I can evaluate it quite objectively, since every day I walk to and from work along the same path (road). In those places where I remembered everyone, from road workers to our supreme power, with bad words, now I fly by unnoticed, or almost unnoticed.

Engine. What I wanted is what I got. A simple volumetric atmospheric. Some may not have enough traction, but for me the wave is enough, and even on extreme case There is a sport mode. But it only needs to be serviced (oil changed) every 15,000 km. For me it is clear blasphemy.

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

I have standard equipment, but it has everything you need. Front-wheel drive. The car handles perfectly both on a dry road and in heavy rain with puddles. Someone wrote that Kuga does not eat ruts - they are lying! Ford can handle it normally; any car will feel this drawback of our roads. On normal road conditions, off asphalt and after rain, the car drives confidently and does not falter.

The Kuga's handling is excellent and turns perfectly, even on a roundabout. There is no roll during a high-speed approach! Don’t listen to anyone, because I also read somewhere that it can tilt a lot.

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

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

Ford is purposefully and systematically bringing shine to its entire range of crossovers - the third in line for peeling, tuning and lifting was Kuga (in the north American market known as Ford Escape): the current modernization is already the fourth for the model and, as they say in the company, one of the largest changes in terms of quantity and quality. So far, however, only part of the truth of this statement is known: the chassis and structure as a whole have remained virtually unchanged. Let's try to figure out how new the Ford Kuga 2017 is model year really new?

Well, the Blue Oval has unveiled the new Kuga (aka Escape) ahead of its world unveiling in Los Angeles this week, with a slightly new look, new safety technologies and a new SYNC 3 multimedia system in the cabin.

Exterior of Ford Kuga 2017

In appearance mid-size crossover the elder's donor blood is clearly visible Ford Edge: Signature hexagonal grille with active louvers, choice of 6 sets alloy wheels, as well as slightly refreshed rear light optics.

For improvement appearance crossover can also include the Sport Appearance Package, additional equipment SE and Titanium, with the ability to choose from an expanded color palette (including new Canyon Ridge, White Gold and Lightning Blue).

Interior of Ford Kuga 2017

And here is the salon updated Kugi changed more expressively: a new multifunction steering wheel, a revised center console, a pair of built-in cup holders and a more comfortable armrest. Here you can also see the electronic button parking brake instead of the usual lever - a small plus to the visual volume of the cabin, new air duct deflectors and other little things.

But the main thing, perhaps, that the eye focuses on in the crossover interior is not a comfortable steering wheel or a color screen in dashboard— the center console is decorated with the new SYNC 3 infotainment system and the SYNC Connect app installed on your phone: this is a whole range of functions in a convenient shell ( remote start or stopping the engine, locking and unlocking the car doors, checking the level fuel tank, as well as notifications about scheduled operations such as oil changes, etc.). On the phone, it will be possible to track the current position of the car in case of its theft (or best case scenario evacuation).

Less noticeable is a whole range of pre-installed security systems and driver assistants: adaptive cruise control, parking assistant, lane monitoring system, automatic switching high/low beam, etc.

Engine range of Ford Kuga 2017

Under the hood Ford crossover The 2017 Kuga features a mainstream 1.5-litre EcoBoost engine, replacing the old 1.6-litre powerplant. Output power - 180 hp, maximum torque - 250 Nm. The second engine is an upgraded 2-liter EcoBoost with 245 hp. and 374 Nm of peak torque: from new piston group and an improved intake system. As the manufacturer assures, new engine became significantly quieter and more comfortable. Both power units equipped, which in theory allows saving about 4-6% of fuel under average loads.

Additionally, the crossover will be offered with a revised 2.5-liter naturally aspirated engine producing 168 hp. and 230 Nm of maximum torque - there is simply nothing fundamentally interesting to say or write about it - it will be installed exclusively in basic version, which in general is unlikely to fundamentally interest anyone.

World presentation updated crossover will take place at the Los Angeles Motor Show, the start of sales of the Ford Kuga (Escape) in its native American market will begin immediately after the auto show. And here European sales crossovers are being postponed for now.

Ford Kuga 2017 photo

Video Ford Escape (Kuga) 2017

1 The indicated price is the maximum allowable price for selling cars by a dealer, taking into account the benefits established within the framework of the Ford car distributor program in Russia, implemented jointly with official dealers. For dealer centers Ford in Khabarovsk and Vladivostok stated price per car increases by 50,000 rubles. with VAT in connection with the surcharge for delivery to these cities (hereinafter referred to as the “Markup”). Dealer may charge prices lower than listed retail prices, please check for pricing. specific car at your dealer.

2 The approximate calculation of Ford Credit savings for “Ford Credit: Light” is given as of 05.14.19, based on: 1) the maximum retail price for a Ford Kuga of the specified configuration (excluding Mark-ups), 2) the provision of a loan from Cetelem Bank LLC for a period of 36 months with a down payment of 20% at a bank rate of 14.3% per year, the package of documents is complete, mandatory CASCO. resp. requirements of the Bank, the collateral is the vehicle being purchased. Loan amount from 100,000 to 4,000,000 rubles. Offer valid until 06/30/19. Details and vehicle availability can be found at your dealer and at www.ford.ru.

3 Special price – a price calculated on the basis of the retail price taking into account all current special offers.

4 Calculated value, which for marketing purposes reflects overall size benefits for the client when purchasing a car.

5 payment for “Ford Credit: Light” is approximate and is given without taking into account the Surcharge as of May 14, 2019 based on: 1) price RUB 1,337,270. for Ford Kuga Ambiente (Ambiente) 2.5 l 150 hp. 6-automatic transmission FWD, taking into account the benefits of 175,000 rubles. and savings Ford Credit RUB 48,730; prices RUR 1,394,196 for Ford Kuga Trend (Trend) 2.5 l 150 hp. 6-automatic transmission FWD, taking into account the benefits of 175,000 rubles. and savings Ford Credit RUB 50,804; prices RUB 1,495,505 on Ford Kuga TrendPlus(Trend Plus) 2.5 l 150 hp 6-automatic transmission FWD, taking into account the benefits of 175,000 rubles. and savings Ford Credit RUB 54,495; prices RUR 1,547,606 for Ford Kuga Titanium (Titanium) 2.5 l 150 hp. 6-automatic transmission FWD, taking into account the benefits of 175,000 rubles. and savings Ford Credit RUB 56,394; prices RUR 1,627,688 for Ford Kuga Ultra Comfort (Ultra Comfort) 2.5 l 150 hp. 6-automatic transmission FWD, taking into account the benefits of 175,000 rubles. and savings Ford Credit RUB 59,312; prices RUR 1,943,191 for Ford Kuga Platinum (Platinum) EcoBoost 182 hp. 6 automatic transmission AWD, taking into account the benefit 175,000 rubles. and savings Ford Credit RUB 70,809; 2) providing a loan to Cetelem Bank LLC for a period of 60 months. with an initial payment of 914,760 rubles. for Ford Kuga Ambiente, RUB 953,700. for Ford Kuga Trend, RUB 1,023,000. for Ford Kuga Trend Plus, RUB 1,058,640. for Ford Kuga Titanium, RUB 1,113,420. for Ford Kuga Ultra Comfort, RUB 1,329,240. for Ford Kuga Platinum, Bank rate – 14.3% per year, loan amount – RUB 422,510. for Ford Kuga Ambiente, RUB 440,496. for Ford Kuga Trend, RUB 472,505. for Ford Kuga Trend Plus, RUB 488,966. for Ford Kuga Titanium, RUB 514,268. for Ford Kuga Ultra Comfort, RUB 613,951. for Ford Kuga Platinum, complete package of documents, mandatory CASCO, resp. requirements of the Bank, the collateral is the vehicle being purchased. The offer is limited, valid until 06/30/19, is not public offer and may be changed at any time. Details and vehicle availability can be found at your dealer and at www.ford.ru.

* Maximum permissible annual CASCO tariff (%) from Ingosstrakh JSC, VSK JSC for new car under the following parameters: the insurance contract is concluded for a combination of risks: damage, theft/theft in accordance with the insurance rules of the relevant insurance company; tariffs are the same for all regions; unconditional franchise – 20,000 rubles. for each insured event; insurance period – 1 year; age/experience of persons admitted to management – ​​30 years/10 years. The specified insurance parameters are for reference only. The final rates and insurance parameters are determined independently by the insurance company you choose and may differ from the conditions stated above. Check with insurance companies for current information. The offer is limited, valid until 06/30/19, is not a public offer and can be changed at any time. Details and vehicle availability - in the sales department.

The manufacturer has officially approved the use of AI-92 gasoline. To assist the driver, an intelligent four-wheel drive.

Expanded " winter package» by offering an electrically heated steering wheel, heated windshield wiper rest area and under-hood location of heated windshield washer nozzles.

SYNC3 multimedia system with 8-inch capacitive screen, navigation, Bluetooth and voice control in Russian and support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

It should be noted the use of adaptive bi-xenon headlights and automatic system management high beam. To all other new design headlights incorporate LED daytime running lights running lights. By the way, new ones have been installed fog lights and modified side lights.

In the cabin, attention is drawn to the new three-spoke steering wheel and an enlarged monitor. multimedia system SYNC3. The climate control system features new controls. The developers refused to use manual box gears in favor of a 6-speed automatic for all versions without exception.

Control manual mode The automatic transmission is moved from the automatic transmission handle to the steering wheel paddle shifters.

Active Parking Assist is complemented by Exit Assist. parallel parking, help with perpendicular to the parking lot in reverse and side parking sensors.

By using an electronic handbrake, it was possible to increase the storage capacity of the center console. A convenient curtain is installed to protect its contents.

Driving Improved ride quality and controllability. Acceleration dynamics have also been improved by Ford specialists Salon The interior has not undergone any significant changes. Only noticeable new steering wheel and enlarged monitor Comfort New options have been added to the “winter package,” in particular, an electrically heated steering wheel. Large center console container with curtain Safety Despite the increase in the number of new functions (Line Assist, etc.), there are still complaints about the operation of the Active City Stop system Price Ford Kuga MY2016 is at the lower end of the price range in relation to its competitors Average score

• Improved dynamics, controllability, consumer qualities
• I didn’t like the different cruise control algorithm

Technical characteristics of Ford Kuga
Dimensions	4524x1838x1694 mm
Engine	petrol, 4-cylinder, 1498 cm 3, 182/6000 hp/min -1,

New Ford Kuga is a crossover, in every line of which expressiveness and dynamics are felt. The hood acquired an aggressive stamping, the radiator grille and headlights changed, and LED lights. He surpassed his predecessor in technical specifications, without changing general concept models. New Ford Kuga remains the same reliable city crossover with increased level passive safety.

Exterior

IN new configuration a massive bumper was added, which brought this model closer to the Ford Edge. The fins on the hood are now spaced as far apart as possible, which visually expands the car. Changes in profile are visible: the front pillars have become more inclined, which improves aerodynamic performance. The doors received rigid ribs and, in combination with blown wheel arches added brutality to the car. The stern has undergone changes: the trunk lid has become streamlined, tail lights changed shape and size. Exhaust system is now represented by two pipes.

Interior

New model Ford Kuga received a modern interior. Designers moved away from the concept of minimalism and relied on pragmatics. Even in the basic version, there are fewer mechanical buttons; control of vehicle functions is now entrusted to electronics. The shape of the seats has changed: they received deep lateral support. The steering wheel in the new configuration is three-spoke with leather trim. Starting with the Titanium package, an 8-inch liquid crystal display of the multimedia system is installed on the front console. A feature of the most expensive Platinum version is a panoramic roof.

Comfort

Driving a car has become easier and more interesting:

• using a remote “smart” key, you can start the car engine at a distance of up to 100 meters, while setting the timer for 5, 10 or 15 minutes;
• extended winter package in the form of electric heating windshield, steering wheel, windshield washer nozzles and front seats - an indication that the Ford Kuga is adapted to Russian winters;
• classical hand brake replaced by an electronic one in the form of a button on the central panel;
• the new product received the function of opening the trunk with one movement of the foot;
• The Ford Easy Fuel refueling system prevents the error of using the wrong fuel (the tank neck is configured only for a gasoline nozzle).

Safety

According to the Euro NCAP system, the new Ford Kuga received five stars. The car is equipped with seven airbags with highly sensitive sensors. The Electronic Stability Control system maintains the trajectory of movement at the risk of loss of control. The assistant automatically changes engine speed and activates the brakes. If there is a risk of collision, Active City Stop initiates braking at speeds of up to 50 km/h. The car is equipped with a blind spot monitoring system: if an obstacle is detected from the side or rear, the assistant notifies the driver with an audio and visual signal.

Engine

The new Ford Kuga is equipped with two types of engine:

• 1.5 Eco Boots with 150 and 182 hp. Runs on AI-92 gasoline. Installed on all-wheel drive version. Consumption is 10.7 liters in the city. Maximum speed– 212 km/h. Torque – 240 Nm.
• 2.5 iVCT with 150 hp Available in front-wheel drive version. Fuel consumption in the city is 11.2 liters. Maximum speed – 185 km/h. Torque – 230 Nm.

Both engines operate with six-speed gearbox automatic with torque converter.

Benefits and Features

The new Ford Kuga is a car equipped with a number of modern assistants:

• Intelligent all-wheel drive automatically engages the front or rear axle depending on the road surface;
• The lane control assistant warns of the danger of driving into the adjacent lane when the turn signal is off;
• The parking assistant helps you choose the optimal parking space and park the car in an area whose dimensions are only 20% greater than the width and length vehicle;
• the driver fatigue monitoring system reacts to the reaction speed and gives a signal “it’s time to rest”;
• The rear view camera and parking sensors help track obstacles in parallel and perpendicular directions.

Buy Ford car Kuga in St. Petersburg is available in the showroom official dealer"Ford Maximum". You can find out if the model you like is in stock and sign up for a test drive by calling the numbers listed in the contact information.