2020 Ford Kuga test drive
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The mid-size crossover was introduced in April 2019 in Amsterdam. The program was held under the motto "Go Further". And the novelty fits this slogan perfectly. Increasingly popular in the world are medium-sized cars with the appearance of an SUV and the “habits” of a passenger car.
Due to these trends, Ford Motors decided to revitalize the Kuga lineup with a third generation. In the review, we will consider technical specifications, changes in the interior and exterior.
Auto design
The novelty has some similarities with the Focus of the fourth series. Compared with the previous model, Kuga 2020 is made in a more modern and style. The front part received an enlarged grille, a massive bumper and original air intakes.
The optics were complemented by LED running lights. The back of the car has not changed much. The same big boot lada. True, a spoiler is now installed on it.
Unlike the second generation, this car has acquired an appearance more reminiscent of a coupe. At the bottom of the bumper installed new exhaust pipes. The buyer of the new model has the opportunity to choose the color of the car from the available 12 shades of the palette.
Dimensions of a car (mm.):
| Length | 4613 |
| Width | 1822 |
| Height | 1683 |
| Wheelbase | 2710 |
| Clearance | 200 |
| Weight, kg. | 1686 |
How does a car go?
Despite the fact that the novelty has become larger than its predecessor, this did not affect the ride quality. Compared with the previous generation, the car has become 90 kg. easier. The platform on which it is designed is used in the Ford Focus 4.
During the test race, the car showed good handling. Speed picks up vigorously. Even drivers with little experience will not be afraid of driving this model.
The bumps are softened by an independent suspension. As an additional option, the company offers to use its own development - Continuously Controlled Damping shock absorbers. They are equipped with special springs.
Compared with the Toyota RAV-4 and KIA Sportage, the new Kuga rides much softer. Corner holds confidently. During the trip, it seems that the driver is in a sports sedan, and not in a dimensional car.
Specifications
The manufacturer has increased the range of engines. The new generation now has petrol, diesel and hybrid options. Three options are available on the hybrid engine list.
- EcoBlue Hybrid. The electric motor is installed exclusively to strengthen the main ICE during acceleration.
- Hybrid The electric motor works only in tandem with the main motor. Not intended for use on electricity.
- Plug-in Hybrid. An electric motor can operate as an independent unit. On one electric traction such a car will travel up to 50 km.
The main technical indicators for engines:
| Engine: | Horsepower | Volume, l | Fuel | Acceleration to 100 km / h. |
| EcoBoost | 120 and 150 | 1,5 | Petrol | 11,6 sec |
| Eco Blue | 120 and 190 | 1,5 and 2,0 | Diesel | 11,7 and 9,6 |
| EcoBlue Hybrid | 150 | 2,0 | Diesel | 8,7 |
| Hybrid | 225 | 2,5 | Petrol | 9,5 |
| Plug-in hybrid | 225 | 2,5 | Petrol | 9,2 |
The transmission of the new Ford Kuga has only two options. The first is a six-speed manual gearbox. The second is an 8-speed automatic transmission. The drive is either front-wheel or full. Gasoline units are equipped with mechanics. Diesel - mechanics and automatic. And only the modification with a turbodiesel is equipped with an all-wheel drive system.
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Inside, the new car almost looks like the aforementioned Focus. This is especially true for the dashboard and dashboard. Control buttons, an 8-inch sensor of the media system - all this is identical to the "stuffing" of the hatchback.
In terms of technical equipment, the car received a solid update package. These included: voice control, Android Auto, Apple Car Play, Wi-Fi (access point for 8 gadgets). In the comfort system, rear seat heating and front electric drive were added. The luggage carrier is equipped with an electric mechanism and a hands-free opening function. As an option - a panoramic roof.
The novelty also received a set of electronic assistants, such as holding in a strip, emergency braking when an obstacle appears. This system also included help when starting up the hill and managing some settings from a smartphone.
Fuel consumption
The peculiarity of the internal combustion engines that the company offers its customers is EcoBoost and EcoBlue technology. They provide high power with low fuel consumption. Of course, the most economical in this generation of machines is the Plug-in Hybrid modification. It will be especially useful for driving in a large city at rush hour.
Other options for motors showed such an expense:
| Plug-in hybrid | Hybrid | EcoBlue Hybrid | EcoBoost | Eco Blue | |
| Mixed mode, l./100km. | 1,2 | 5,6 | 5,7 | 6,5 | 4,8 and 5,7 |
As you can see, the manufacturer made sure that customers receive an economical car with the appearance of an SUV.
Cost of maintenance
Despite the fact that the new car is of high quality, its service life depends on timely maintenance. The manufacturer has set a service interval of 15 kilometers.
Estimated prices for spare parts and maintenance ($)
| Brake pads (set) | 18 |
| Oil filter | 5 |
| Cabin filter | 15 |
| Fuel filter | 3 |
| Valve train chain | 72 |
| First MOT | from 40 |
| Replacing chassis components | from 10 to 85 |
| Timing kit replacement (depending on engine) | from 50 to 300 |
Each time a planned maintenance should include such work:
- computer diagnostics and error reset (if necessary);
- replacement of oils and filters (including the cabin filter);
- diagnostics of running and brake systems.
Every 30 km it is necessary to additionally check the parking brake adjustments, the degree of tension of the seat belts, the pipeline.
2020 Ford Kuga prices
Most motorists will love the price of a hybrid model. For the budget option as standard, it will be $ 39. The manufacturer provides three top-end configurations.
They included such options:
| Name | trend | Business | Titanium |
| GUR | + | + | + |
| Air conditioning | + | - | - |
| Adaptive climate control | - | + | + |
| Power windows (4 doors) | + | + | + |
| Heated wiper area | - | + | + |
| Parking sensors | - | + | + |
| Smoothly turn off the light in the cabin | - | - | + |
| Heated steering wheel | + | + | + |
| Cabin heater (diesel only) | + | + | + |
| Rain sensor | - | - | + |
| Keyless start | + | + | + |
| Salon | cloth | cloth | fabric / leather |
| Front sports seats | + | + | + |
Official representatives of the company charge from $ 42 for machines in the Titanium configuration. Additionally, the client can order the X-Pack. It will include leather upholstery, LED headlights and a powerful B&O audio system. For such a kit, you will have to pay about $ 500.
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The third generation 2020-XNUMX Ford Kuga crossover pleased with modern design, improved technical characteristics. And most importantly, hybrid versions have appeared in the lineup. In the age of development of electric transport, this is a timely solution.
We offer you to familiarize yourself with the presentation of the car at an auto show in the Netherlands:
