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Ford Kuga vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (243 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (34,200 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Suzuki Jimny?

Ford Kuga vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

Ford Kuga

4.3 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Kuga

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Suzuki Jimny is markedly cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the Ford Kuga costs 34,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,965 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Kuga uses 2.8 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 4.9 L/100km.

Jimny

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 243 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.3 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Kuga delivers significantly more torque with 240 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Ford Kuga offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is visibly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,526 kg. The difference is around 361 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Kuga carries substantially more – 550 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 280 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Kuga is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £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/100km
  • Electric Range 68 km
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Ford Kuga

The Ford Kuga is a practical and comfortable compact SUV that balances everyday usability with a composed ride and adaptable interior. It offers sensible tech and safety features, making it a solid choice for families or anyone seeking a versatile, easy-to-live-with crossover.

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Reviews Ford Kuga

4.3 (7 Reviews)
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Marek
15 Jun 2026, 07:10:36

A very sensible car — I like how it looks, it’s well put together, economical on fuel, the interior is comfortable and fairly traditional without any gimmicks, excellent handling, the performance is really good despite it being a large and heavy car; the trunk could be a bit bigger, but it’s still fine — roomy and generally sufficient for family trips, and above all, so far the car has been reliable.

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Richie Wid
3 Apr 2026, 13:13:55

PHEV model — very pleased with the car after 2.5 years. In the summer months it runs practically on electric power alone. The large 2.5‑litre engine is surprisingly frugal, about 0.5 l/mil. Downsides are the ventilation in winter, which causes fogged windows, and that we can now only charge the battery to 80%.

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Miguel
19 Oct 2025, 05:54:42

It's a car that strikes an excellent balance between quality and price.

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Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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Reviews Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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brunella
29 Jun 2026, 05:20:23

Powerful traction, lightness, compact size for steep, narrow and challenging mountain dirt tracks.

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Suzuki Jimny

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,200 - 46,300 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,526 - 1,859 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,882 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Suzuki
What drive types are available for the Ford Kuga?

The Ford Kuga is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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