Ford Kuga generations
(Ground clearance)| Generation year | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Kuga, Model year 2008 (I) | 188 mm |
| Kuga, Model year 2013 (II) | 201 mm |
| Kuga, Model year 2017 (II (1. Facelift)) | 201 mm |
| Kuga, Model year 2019 (III) | 191 mm |
| Kuga, Model year 2024 (Kuga III (1. Facelift)) | 160 mm |
Variants
Ford Kuga variants: Kuga vs. Kuga Active
(Ground clearance)| Variant name | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Kuga | 160 mm |
| Kuga Active | 171 mm |
The ground clearance compared to other Ford models
Now, before you scurry off comparing the Kuga to its corporate siblings, it's nestled somewhere in the middle of the Ford SUV pack. Surrounded by more pavement-hugging kin like the urbanite Ford Fiesta at a mere 126 mm and the sporty Focus ST at 120 mm, it looms like an older brother ready to ruffle some feathers. Yet, it looks up — quite literally — to the towering Explorer and the behemoth Ranger Raptor, both at 204 and 266 mm, respectively. Ground clearance envy? Maybe a bit, but the Kuga holds its own with a poise balanced between city sleekness and off-road readiness.
Ford Kuga vs other current cars by Ford
(Ground clearance)| Variant name | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Focus ST Turnier | 118 mm |
| GT | 120 mm |
| Focus ST | 120 mm |
| Fiesta | 126 mm |
| Focus Turnier | 134 mm |
| Focus | 135 mm |
| Mustang Convertible | 144 mm |
| Mustang Fastback | 144 mm |
| Tourneo Connect | 144 mm |
| Transit Connect Kombi | 144 mm |
| Transit Connect {VAN} | 146 mm |
| Mustang Mach-E | 147 mm |
| Mustang Mach-E Rally | 147 mm |
| S-MAX | 148 mm |
| Galaxy | 150 mm |
| Puma ST | 152 mm |
| Kuga | 160 mm |
| EcoSport | 162 mm |
| Focus Active | 163 mm |
| Focus Active Turnier | 163 mm |
| Puma | 166 mm |
| Tourneo Courier | 170 mm |
| Kuga Active | 171 mm |
| Transit Courier {VAN} | 179 mm |
| Transit Courier Kombi | 179 mm |
| Capri | 187 mm |
| Explorer EV | 193 mm |
| Explorer | 204 mm |
| Ranger | 235 mm |
| Bronco | 237 mm |
| Ranger Raptor | 266 mm |
How does the ground clearance of the Ford Kuga compare to it's nearest competitors?
Let's pit the Kuga against its nearest thrill-seekers, shall we? First off, the venerable VW Tiguan, with an even-par 200 mm, stands as a formidable rival, albeit with a slightly shorter wheelbase. The Range Rover Evoque towers above at 215 mm, but remember, it also sports a snazzier price tag. On the other end, offerings like the BMW X2 squat lower at 182 mm, signaling a more tarmac-tuned stance. It's a dance of dimensions out there, and the Kuga performs with a choreography that balances urban maneuverability and weekend adventure trails.
Ford Kuga vs. similar cars
(Ground clearance)| Car model | Ground clearance |
|---|---|
| Citroen C5 Aircross 2019 | 230 mm |
| Volvo XC40 2018 | 211 mm |
| Mazda CX-5 2012 | 210 mm |
| Mazda CX-7 2007 | 205 mm |
| Dacia Duster 2010 | 205 mm |
| Opel Antara 2006 | 200 mm |
| Renault Kadjar 2015 | 200 mm |
| SsangYong Torres 2023 | 195 mm |
| Citroen C4 Aircross 2012 | 195 mm |
| Mitsubishi ASX 2010 | 195 mm |
| BMW X1 2009 | 194 mm |
| Opel Grandland 2022 | 188 mm |
| Chevrolet Captiva 2006 | 185 mm |
| Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 2017 | 183 mm |
| Skoda Kamiq 2019 | 182 mm |
| Suzuki S-Cross 2022 | 175 mm |
| Mazda CX-30 2019 | 175 mm |
| Peugeot 4007 2007 | 174 mm |
| KIA XCeed 2019 | 172 mm |
| Skoda Karoq 2017 | 172 mm |
| Renault Austral 2022 | 170 mm |
| Hyundai ix35 2010 | 170 mm |
| Hyundai Bayon 2021 | 165 mm |
| Ford Kuga 2024 | 160 mm |
| Mercedes-Benz GLA 2014 | 134 mm |
