Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Kuga
Power
200HP
Torque
320Nm
Consumption
10.3l/100
Emissions
244g/km
0-100 km/h
8.8s
Top Speed
205km/h
Weight
1653kg
Price
32,150€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 5v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
410 L
66 L
147 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Kuga Individual 2.5 Turbo 200 CV Durashift 4WD (2012)
General description
The first-generation Ford Kuga was a pioneer, and this Individual version with the 200 HP 2.5 Turbo engine is its ultimate expression. It's not just an SUV; it's a statement of intent, a vehicle that encapsulates the passion for driving in a family format, combining Ford's sporting heritage with the versatility demanded by a market in full transformation.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to rediscover the pleasure of an engine with a soul. The five-cylinder block not only pushes with a powerful and linear force from low revs, but it also delivers an intoxicating sound, a mechanical melody that modern engines have forgotten. The 4WD all-wheel drive provides a sense of unwavering poise and security, allowing you to enjoy its power in any circumstance. It's a car that feels alive, communicative, and ready to thrill, although its thirst for gasoline constantly reminds us of the generosity of its heart.
Design and aesthetics
Ford's 'Kinetic Design' language found one of its best canvases in the Kuga. Its muscular lines and athletic profile broke the mold in its time and, to this day, retain an enviable freshness and dynamism. It doesn't look like a car of its age. The large 18-inch wheels and its wide stance on the asphalt give it an imposing presence, a perfect balance between elegance and sportiness that distinguishes it from more sober alternatives.
Technology and features
Technologically, it is a child of its time. The focus is not on touch screens or advanced assistants, but on mechanical engineering. Its heart is an indirect injection turbocharged engine and its brain is an effective all-wheel-drive system. The five-speed automatic gearbox does its job smoothly, though without the speed of current transmissions. It's technology at the service of the pure driving experience, rather than digital comfort.
Competition
In its heyday, it faced titans like the Volkswagen Tiguan with its 2.0 TSI engine, which offered a more refined but perhaps less passionate experience. Other competitors like the Toyota RAV4 or the Honda CR-V played the card of reliability and efficiency, but none could replicate the unique character and sound of the Kuga's five-cylinder engine. It was the rebel of the segment, the one you chose with your heart.
Conclusion
The Ford Kuga 2.5T is a gem for connoisseurs. An SUV that dared to be different, prioritizing sensations and performance over efficiency. It's a car with an overwhelming personality, ideal for those looking for a future classic with an exceptional engine and who are not afraid to visit the gas station. An emotional purchase, a refuge for analog driving in an increasingly digital world.