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Ford Kuga vs Suzuki Swift - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (243 HP vs 82 HP), boot space and price (34200 £ vs 17100 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Kuga or Suzuki Swift?

Ford Kuga

4.1 (4 Reviews)
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Suzuki Swift

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.

Suzuki Swift has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17100 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 17100 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Kuga manages with 2.80 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Suzuki Swift with 4.40 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

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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 significantly edge – offering 243 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 161 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs to a small extent better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Suzuki Swift tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Kuga pulls decisively stronger with 240 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 128 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, Suzuki Swift is significantly lighter – 1069 kg compared to 1526 kg. The difference is around 457 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Kuga offers evident more room – 412 L compared to 265 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Kuga performs distinct better – up to 1534 L, which is about 554 L more than the Suzuki Swift.

When it comes to payload, Ford Kuga clearly takes the win – 550 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 254 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Ford Kuga shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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

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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Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
17100 - 21200 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L
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
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
98 - 110 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
37 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
1069 - 1145 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
265 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
3860 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1735 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1485 - 1510 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
980 L
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
282 - 296 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 170 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
112 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
61 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1197 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Ford
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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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