Compare performance (243 HP vs 238 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 33100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Mercedes B Class?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes B Class has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33100 £ , while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1113 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes B Class manages with 2.50 L and is therefore to a small extent more efficient than the Ford Kuga with 2.80 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes B Class performs slightly better – achieving up to 83 km, about 15 km more than the Ford Kuga.
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 Ford Kuga has a slight edge – offering 243 HP compared to 238 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes B Class is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Ford Kuga takes 7.30 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes B Class performs slightly better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes B Class pulls decisively stronger with 450 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes B Class is minimal lighter – 1405 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 121 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes B Class offers minimal more room – 455 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 43 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes B Class performs minimal better – up to 1540 L, which is about 6 L more than the Ford Kuga.
Maximum payload is identical – both can carry up to 550 kg.
The Mercedes B Class is clearly superior overall 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.
detailsThe Mercedes B-Class is a smart, grown-up compact people carrier that dresses everyday practicality in a near‑premium polish, perfect for buyers who want comfort and a classy badge without the theatrics. It won’t set your pulse racing on a back road, but it will make school runs, commutes and grocery hauls feel pleasantly civilized — a reliable, slightly posh companion for real life.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
34200 - 46300 £
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Price
33100 - 52500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 6.9 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
83 km
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
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co2
56 - 156 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
MPV
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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
1405 - 1745 kg
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Trunk capacity
412 L
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Trunk capacity
405 - 455 L
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Length
4604 - 4645 mm
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Length
4419 mm
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Width
1882 mm
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Width
1796 mm
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Height
1673 - 1681 mm
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Height
1562 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
1440 - 1540 L
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Payload
541 - 550 kg
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Payload
505 - 550 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
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 243 HP
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Power HP
116 - 238 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 10 s
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 250 km/h
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Torque
240 Nm
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Torque
200 - 450 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
85 - 175 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 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
B, D, E, F
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.