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Ford Kuga vs Land Rover Discovery - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (243 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 67400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Land Rover Discovery?

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Land Rover Discovery

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

Kuga @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Ford Kuga has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £, while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67400 £. That’s a price difference of around 33129 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.40 L. The difference is about 5.60 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery has a evident edge – offering 350 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 107 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Ford Kuga takes 7.30 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery performs slight better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery pulls clearly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 460 Nm difference.

Kuga @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Land Rover Discovery offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Ford Kuga is decisively lighter – 1526 kg compared to 2391 kg. The difference is around 865 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers convincingly more room – 986 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 574 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Discovery performs evident better – up to 2061 L, which is about 527 L more than the Ford Kuga.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery distinct takes the win – 803 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 253 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Ford Kuga shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,200
Kuga @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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

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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Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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Reviews Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
67400 - 96900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.6 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
221 - 224 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
89 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
2391 - 2442 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4956 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
2073 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1846 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1997 - 2061 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
194 - 209 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
2997 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Ford
Brand
Land Rover

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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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