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Ford Kuga vs Mercedes E Class - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (243 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Mercedes E Class?

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Mercedes E Class

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

Kuga

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 decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16248 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes E Class manages with 1.50 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Ford Kuga with 2.80 L. The difference is about 1.30 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes E Class performs clearly better – achieving up to 116 km, about 48 km more than the Ford Kuga.

E Class

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 Mercedes E Class has a decisively edge – offering 585 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Ford Kuga takes 7.30 s. That’s about 3.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes E Class performs a bit 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 E Class pulls convincingly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 510 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 somewhat lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1810 kg. The difference is around 284 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers noticeable more room – 540 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class to a small extent takes the win – 640 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 90 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class holds a decisive overall lead 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
Mercedes E Class

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E Class

Mercedes E Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.5 - 7.5 L
  • Electric Range : 101 - 116 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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Mercedes E Class

The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.

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Ford Kuga
Mercedes E Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
50500 - 119700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
101 - 116 km
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
39 - 172 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4949 - 4959 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1880 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1468 - 1480 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
530 - 640 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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.