Compare performance (243 HP vs 435 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 37300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Nissan Ariya?
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 hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34200 £ , while the Nissan Ariya costs 37300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3035 £.
As for electric range, the Nissan Ariya performs convincingly better – achieving up to 531 km, about 463 km more than the Ford Kuga.
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 Nissan Ariya has a clearly edge – offering 435 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 192 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Nissan Ariya is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5 s, while the Ford Kuga takes 7.30 s. That’s about 2.30 s faster.
There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Nissan Ariya pulls clearly stronger with 600 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 360 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 clearly perceptible lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1980 kg. The difference is around 454 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Nissan Ariya offers a bit more room – 468 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs to a small extent better – up to 1534 L, which is about 184 L more than the Nissan Ariya.
When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga noticeable takes the win – 550 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.
Overall, the Nissan Ariya shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.
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Price
34200 - 46300 £
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Price
37300 - 54800 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 24.5 kWh
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Electric Range
68 km
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Electric Range
402 - 531 km
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
63 - 87 kWh
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
1980 - 2277 kg
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Trunk capacity
412 L
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Trunk capacity
415 - 468 L
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Length
4604 - 4645 mm
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Length
4595 mm
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Width
1882 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1673 - 1681 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
1280 - 1350 L
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Payload
541 - 550 kg
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Payload
363 - 420 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
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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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
218 - 435 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 7.6 s
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
160 - 200 km/h
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Torque
240 Nm
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Torque
300 - 600 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
111 - 178 kW
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Power kW
160 - 320 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2022 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Nissan
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The Ford Kuga is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.