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Ford Kuga vs Toyota Urban Cruiser – Which one offers the better deal?

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

Toyota Urban Cruiser has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25700 £, while the Ford Kuga costs 34200 £. That’s a price difference of around 8537 £.

As for range, the Toyota Urban Cruiser performs clearly better – achieving up to 420 km, about 352 km more than the Ford Kuga.

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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 noticeable edge – offering 243 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 59 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.30 s, while the Toyota Urban Cruiser takes 7.40 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Kuga performs evident better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Toyota Urban Cruiser tops out at 150 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Toyota Urban Cruiser pulls noticeable stronger with 307 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 67 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Kuga is somewhat lighter – 1526 kg compared to 1775 kg. The difference is around 249 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Kuga offers noticeable more room – 412 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 102 L.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Urban Cruiser proves to be wins by a narrow margin and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Urban Cruiser is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Toyota Urban Cruiser

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 144 - 184 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15 - 18 kWh
  • Electric Range : 330 - 420 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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Toyota Urban Cruiser

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is a compact SUV that offers a blend of style and practicality, making it well-suited for urban living. It captures attention with its bold design, while providing a high driving position that enhances visibility and control on city roads. Inside, the Urban Cruiser offers comfortable seating and a range of features that cater to both driver and passengers, emphasizing convenience and everyday usability.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34200 - 46300 £
Price
25700 - 36800 £
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15 - 18 kWh
Electric Range
68 km
Electric Range
330 - 420 km
Battery Capacity
1.1 - 14.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
55 - 154 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1526 - 1859 kg
Curb weight
1775 - 1972 kg
Trunk capacity
412 L
Trunk capacity
306 - 310 L
Length
4604 - 4645 mm
Length
4285 mm
Width
1882 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1673 - 1681 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
1534 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
541 - 550 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Power HP
144 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
195 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
150 km/h
Torque
240 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Power kW
106 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 2488 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Toyota

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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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