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Ford Kuga vs Vauxhall Frontera – Which car suits you better?
Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Kuga or Vauxhall Frontera fits your lifestyle better.
Kuga
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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.
Vauxhall Frontera has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 13757 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Vauxhall Frontera with 5.20 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.
As for range, the Vauxhall Frontera performs decisively better – achieving up to 408 km, about 340 km more than the Ford Kuga.
Frontera
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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 decisively edge – offering 243 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 98 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 Vauxhall Frontera takes 9 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Kuga pulls barely noticeable stronger with 240 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm difference.
Kuga
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Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is slightly lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 182 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Vauxhall Frontera offers to a small extent more room – 460 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Vauxhall Frontera performs barely noticeable better – up to 1600 L, which is about 66 L more than the Ford Kuga.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Frontera to a small extent takes the win – 644 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 94 kg.
Who wins the race?
The Ford Kuga proves to be dominates this comparison 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
Ford Kuga
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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Vauxhall Frontera
The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.
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Ford Kuga
Vauxhall Frontera
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
34200 - 46300 £
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Price
20500 - 30000 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
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Electric Range
68 km
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Electric Range
305 - 408 km
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Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
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co2
0 - 119 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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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 - 7
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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
1344 - 1610 kg
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Trunk capacity
412 L
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Length
4604 - 4645 mm
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Length
4385 mm
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Width
1882 mm
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Width
1795 mm
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Height
1673 - 1681 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1534 L
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Max trunk capacity
1600 L
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Payload
541 - 550 kg
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Payload
436 - 644 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, Petrol MHEV
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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, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 243 HP
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Power HP
110 - 145 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
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Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
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Torque
240 Nm
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Torque
125 - 230 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
111 - 178 kW
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Power kW
81 - 107 kW
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Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 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
A, D
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Vauxhall
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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.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.