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Ford Kuga
2008
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Ford Kuga 2008 review
4x4 crossover
previewed at Frankfurt Motor Show on 13th September
2007, on European markets from Spring 2008, UK from June
2008. Based on Ford iosis X concept car. In production
from early in 2008 at Ford's Saarlouis plant in Germany.
Two
trims available - Zetec and Titanium. On-the-road prices
from £20,495 for Zetec and £22,495 for Titanium. Best in
class CO2 figure of 169g/km. 2.0-litre Ford/PSA Duratorq
TDCi 136PS diesel engine.
The Ford
Kuga is based on the Focus/C-Max platform. Has
"intelligent" AWD system. Standard particulate filter
and six-speed manual transmission, full-time Haldex
intelligent AWD. Engine provides 320Nm of torque at
2,000rpm and 340Nm in transient overboost. With combined
fuel consumption of 44.1mpg.
Standard Zetec features include keyless start, 17-inch
alloy wheels, air conditioning, Electronic Stability
Programme (ESP), ABS with Electronic Brakeforce
Distribution (EBD), Ford Easy fuel, Thatcham category 1
alarm and MP3 connector.
Titanium adds rain sensing wipers, blue tinted glass,
part leather trim, cruise control, automatic headlights
and dual electronic air temperature control. Additional
premium options available include, rear facing camera,
panoramic roof, USB connectivity and DAB radio.
New
features to the segment include a dual split-tailgate
design - offering flexibility and convenience with
separate access to either the glass upper tailgate
section only or both sections simultaneously.
Nine
body colours including two brand new metallics - 'Chill'
and 'Electric White.'
Interior incorporates cloth or fine leathers and gloss
finishes with a choice of shades. Colour-matched details
of the interior design and integrated trim colours
highlight the instrument panel and door trims, creating
a complete, unified look of design-led quality and
premium sportiness.
Seating
for up to five adults. Second row of seating has a 60/40
split and can fold completely flat to maximise the load
space. Underseat storage beneath second row with further
storage under the floor of the luggage compartment area
offers maximum practicality. Luggage capacity of 1,355
litres when in two-seat mode,
while
the enclosed luggage compartment has a volume of up to
410 litres.
Outstandingly good to drive. Better than any other SUV
bar none.
Centre rear seat reasonably comfortable for a 5th adult
passenger.
Euro NCAP awards 5/4/3 star rating.
Fuel economy from 33.5mpg to 45.8mpg of four Kugas
checked at the UK press launch.