SUV · 2019–2024

FordKuga

Family-sized soft-roader with petrol, hybrid and PHEV options. The plug-in can be cheap if you charge; ignore the brochure MPG if you never plug in.

Best for: School-run and motorway families needing rear space.

Indicative running costs ~£2,277–£3,187 / year

Power: 150 hp
Economy: 38–45 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 475–1,534 litres
0–60: 8.5–11.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

Engine oil

Ford-spec 5W-20 or 5W-30 (confirm WSS approval for the engine)

Oil capacity

Typically ~4–5.5 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Ford Kuga at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,277–£3,187 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£1172/yr @ 45 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£300–£460 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£140–£300 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

9 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
Zetec / Titanium 1.5 EcoBoost Simple petrol ownership. 1.5 EcoBoost · 38–45 mpg	1.5 EcoBoost	120–150 hp	38–45 mpg	~£195*
ST-Line 1.5 EcoBoost Sport styling on petrol. 1.5 EcoBoost · 38–44 mpg	1.5 EcoBoost	150 hp	38–44 mpg	~£195*
ST-Line X High kit sport trim. Various · 38–50 mpg	Various	150–190 hp	38–50 mpg	~£195*
Vignale Top luxury trim. Various · 35–50 mpg	Various	150–225 hp	35–50 mpg	~£195*
2.0 EcoBlue diesel Towing and motorway miles. 2.0 EcoBlue · 45–55 mpg	2.0 EcoBlue	150–190 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
FHEV Hybrid Self-charging hybrid. 2.5 Hybrid · 45–55 mpg	2.5 Hybrid	190 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
PHEV Graphite / ST-Line Charge nightly or real MPG collapses. 2.5 PHEV · Variable	2.5 PHEV	225 hp	Variable	~£195*
AWD / 4WD Confirm Haldex/AWD service if fitted. Various · 38–48 mpg	Various	150–190 hp	38–48 mpg	~£195*
Active Rugged styling pack. Various · 38–45 mpg	Various	150 hp	38–45 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.5 litre

Gearbox6-speed manual or automatic

DimensionsApprox. 4.3–4.6m long · 1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressureOften ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

OilFord-spec 5W-20 or 5W-30 (confirm WSS approval for the engine)

Oil capacityTypically ~4–5.5 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used Kuga

1PHEV: ask for charge history and high-voltage battery warranty status
2Check Haldex/AWD service if four-wheel drive
3Listen for suspension knocks on UK B-roads

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

PHEV charging and hybrid system warnings
Front suspension knock
Infotainment freezes on early software

Ford Kuga FAQs

Is a used Ford Kuga expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,277–£3,187 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Ford Kuga need?

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Ford Kuga take?

Ford-spec 5W-20 or 5W-30 (confirm WSS approval for the engine). Capacity is Typically ~4–5.5 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Ford Kuga problems?

Buyers most often watch for: PHEV charging and hybrid system warnings; Front suspension knock. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Ford Kuga ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Ford manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

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Guides & tools

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN