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Ford Kuga vs Hyundai Tucson - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (243 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 20900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Hyundai Tucson?

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kuga

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai Tucson has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13345 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore barely noticeable more efficient than the Ford Kuga with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.10 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Tucson performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 70 km, about 2 km more than the Ford Kuga.

Tucson

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 Hyundai Tucson has a slightly edge – offering 288 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.50 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 4 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls evident stronger with 379 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 139 Nm difference.

Kuga

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Kuga is minimal lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1542 kg. The difference is around 16 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers distinct more room – 620 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 208 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs a bit better – up to 1799 L, which is about 265 L more than the Ford Kuga.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga barely noticeable takes the win – 550 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Ford Kuga
Hyundai Tucson

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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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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Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Ford Kuga
Hyundai Tucson

Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
20900 - 47900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
62 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1865 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1650 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
518 - 545 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Hyundai
What drivetrain options does the Ford Kuga have?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.