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Ford Kuga vs Peugeot 208 – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Peugeot 208?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Peugeot 208 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20700 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 13560 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Peugeot 208 with 4.50 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Peugeot 208 performs decisively better – achieving up to 432 km, about 364 km more than the Ford Kuga.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Kuga has a distinct 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 208 takes 8.30 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Peugeot 208 pulls slightly stronger with 270 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

Kuga @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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 208 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 361 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Kuga offers to a small extent more room – 412 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs evident better – up to 1534 L, which is about 371 L more than the Peugeot 208.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga clearly perceptible takes the win – 550 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 120 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Kuga proves to be has the upper hand and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Kuga is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,200
Kuga @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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

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 208

The Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.

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Ford Kuga
Peugeot 208
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Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
20700 - 35200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
362 - 432 km
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
0 - 117 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
1165 - 1530 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4055 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1745 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1430 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1118 - 1163 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
380 - 430 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 - 200 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
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.