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Ford Kuga vs Renault Austral - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (243 HP vs 200 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 29700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Renault Austral?

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Kuga

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Renault Austral has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £ , while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4500 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 2 L per 100 km.

Austral

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 slightly edge – offering 243 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

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

Kuga

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Kuga is hardly perceptible lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1539 kg. The difference is around 13 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Austral offers noticeable more room – 555 L compared to 412 L. That’s a difference of about 143 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs slightly better – up to 1761 L, which is about 227 L more than the Ford Kuga.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga a bit takes the win – 550 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Kuga proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Kuga is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,200
Kuga

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
Renault Austral

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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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Renault Austral

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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Ford Kuga
Renault Austral

Costs and Consumption

Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
29700 - 37800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
109 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1539 - 1613 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4533 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1645 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
464 - 477 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3

General

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