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Ford Kuga vs Honda Prelude – Which one offers the better deal?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Honda Prelude?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Kuga has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Honda Prelude costs 42400 £. That’s a price difference of around 8186 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Honda Prelude with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Kuga has a evident edge – offering 243 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Honda Prelude takes 8.20 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Honda Prelude tops out at 188 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Honda Prelude pulls distinct stronger with 315 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 75 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Ford Kuga offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Kuga offers clearly perceptible more room – 412 L compared to 264 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs convincingly better – up to 1534 L, which is about 774 L more than the Honda Prelude.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Kuga proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Kuga is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,200
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Ford Kuga

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.8 - 6.8 L
  • Electric Range : 68 km
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Ford Kuga

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The Kuga is Ford’s adaptable family SUV that blends usable space with a surprisingly lively driving character, making daily commutes and weekend escapes equally enjoyable. With smart interior packaging, an easy-to-use infotainment setup and composed road manners, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a bit of fun without the fuss.

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Honda Prelude

The Honda Prelude is the coupe that proves Honda can blend precision with a hint of romance, serving up crisp steering and a chassis that loves a flowing road. It’s practical enough for the commute and stylish enough to make parking-lot goodbyes last longer, with reliability that keeps your wallet calm and your right foot curious.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
42400 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
3
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
264 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4525 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1349 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
760 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.20 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
188 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
315 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
135 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Honda

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What drivetrain options does the Ford Kuga have?

The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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