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Ford Kuga vs Mitsubishi Grandis – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Kuga or Mitsubishi Grandis fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mitsubishi Grandis has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9394 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mitsubishi Grandis with 4.30 L. The difference is about 1.50 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 Ford Kuga has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 243 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 85 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Mitsubishi Grandis takes 9.10 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Grandis tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mitsubishi Grandis pulls minimal stronger with 265 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, Mitsubishi Grandis is somewhat lighter – 1359 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 167 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Grandis offers noticeable more room – 576 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 164 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mitsubishi Grandis performs slight better – up to 1682 L, which is about 148 L more than the Ford Kuga.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga a bit takes the win – 550 kg compared to 459 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Kuga proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Kuga is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,200
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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

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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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Mitsubishi Grandis

The Mitsubishi Grandis is a no-nonsense MPV that hides a surprisingly sleek profile, making family duty look almost stylish. It’s spacious, easy to drive, and built to shrug off daily chaos, though the cabin feels dated and it prefers a relaxed cruise to any hot-hatch antics.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
24800 - 35000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
98 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 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
1359 - 1465 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
492 - 576 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4413 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1797 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1582 - 1682 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
455 - 459 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
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
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
140 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
245 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
104 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1333 - 1789 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mitsubishi

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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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