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Ford Kuga vs Mitsubishi Outlander - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (243 HP vs 306 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 42800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Mitsubishi Outlander?

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Mitsubishi Outlander

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kuga

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Kuga has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £ , while the Mitsubishi Outlander costs 42800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8606 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mitsubishi Outlander manages with 0.80 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Ford Kuga with 2.80 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Mitsubishi Outlander performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 85 km, about 17 km more than the Ford Kuga.

Outlander

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 Mitsubishi Outlander has a noticeable edge – offering 306 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Mitsubishi Outlander takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs a bit better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mitsubishi Outlander tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

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 noticeable lighter – 1526 kg compared to 2070 kg. The difference is around 544 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers to a small extent more room – 495 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs minimal better – up to 1534 L, which is about 130 L more than the Mitsubishi Outlander.

When it comes to payload, Mitsubishi Outlander minimal takes the win – 595 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mitsubishi Outlander proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mitsubishi Outlander is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £42,800
Outlander

Mitsubishi Outlander

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 306 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 85 km
Ford Kuga
Mitsubishi Outlander

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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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Mitsubishi Outlander

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Mitsubishi Outlander is a sensible family SUV that blends roomy practicality with a calm, assured ride—ideal for school runs and weekend getaways. It won’t set pulses racing, but its tidy interior, straightforward equipment and low-stress ownership make it a smart, unfussy pick for buyers who prefer reliability over flash.

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Ford Kuga
Mitsubishi Outlander

Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
42800 - 51000 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
83 - 85 km
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
19 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
53 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
2070 - 2120 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4719 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1862 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1746 - 1750 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1404 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
545 - 595 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
-
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
306 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.90 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
225 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
2360 cm3

General

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