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Ford Kuga vs Peugeot 2008 – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Ford Kuga or Peugeot 2008 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.

Peugeot 2008 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24500 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 9780 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Peugeot 2008 with 4.90 L. The difference is about 2.10 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 2008 performs clearly better – achieving up to 406 km, about 338 km more than the Ford Kuga.

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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 Ford Kuga has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 243 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Peugeot 2008 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Peugeot 2008 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 206 km/h, while the Ford Kuga tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 2008 pulls a bit stronger with 270 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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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, Peugeot 2008 is evident lighter – 1263 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 263 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Peugeot 2008 offers minimal more room – 434 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 22 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1534 L, which is about 67 L more than the Peugeot 2008.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga a bit takes the win – 550 kg compared to 447 kg. That’s a difference of about 103 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Kuga proves to be performs better in key areas 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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Peugeot 2008

The Peugeot 2008 is a stylish, city-friendly crossover that packs big character into a compact package, turning mundane errands into a mildly entertaining drive. Its clever interior layout, polished looks and confident ride make it a smart choice for buyers who want practical daily sense with a touch of flair.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
24500 - 40300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.7 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.50 kWh
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
406 km
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
51 kWh
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
0 - 129 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 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
1263 - 1623 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
434 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4304 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1770 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1523 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1467 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
407 - 447 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
101 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 206 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
205 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Ford
Brand
Peugeot

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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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