Compare performance (243 HP vs 371 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 63300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Lexus RX?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Kuga has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £ , while the Lexus RX costs 63300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29058 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Lexus RX with 3.30 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Ford Kuga performs slight better – achieving up to 68 km, about 1 km more than the Lexus RX.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Lexus RX has a noticeable edge – offering 371 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lexus RX is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.20 s, while the Ford Kuga takes 7.30 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Lexus RX performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Lexus RX pulls clearly stronger with 551 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 311 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Ford Kuga is noticeable lighter – 1526 kg compared to 2040 kg. The difference is around 514 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Lexus RX offers a bit more room – 461 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Lexus RX performs barely noticeable better – up to 1678 L, which is about 144 L more than the Ford Kuga.
When it comes to payload, Lexus RX to a small extent takes the win – 620 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The Lexus RX shows small but noticeable advantages 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.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
34200 - 46300 £
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Price
63300 - 84700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
3.3 - 8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
68 km
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Electric Range
67 km
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
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co2
75 - 182 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
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Curb weight
2040 - 2185 kg
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Trunk capacity
412 L
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Trunk capacity
461 L
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Length
4604 - 4645 mm
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Length
4890 mm
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Width
1882 mm
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Width
1920 mm
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Height
1673 - 1681 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
1678 L
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Payload
541 - 550 kg
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Payload
575 - 620 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 243 HP
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Power HP
207 - 371 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Torque
240 Nm
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Torque
551 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
111 - 178 kW
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Power kW
152 - 273 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
2393 - 2487 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, B
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Lexus
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The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.