Faults:

Problems with engine injectors, seals and fuel pump (expensive).

A/C weak.

Rust on door sills.

And now it won't go into reverse, I have to visit a gearbox specialist, my own mechanic won't touch it.

General Comments:

Bought this Kuga as a family run about. Thinking it would be reliable and economical. It has low mileage and appeared looked after.

It was OK the first six months or so, which is when it started to give problems, and of course when the used warranty ran out!

This car has been nothing but trouble, and this time once fixed it will be sold.

Shame really - it is a decent looking and comfortable modern car. Nice to drive and economical when running right. But avoid diesel Fords from this time period, nothing but trouble as they age! Oh and and avoid any Ford "powershift" automatics as well. I wish I researched more online about this vehicle before buying!

Faults:

Nothing.

But this was a 3 month short term lease through my business.

General Comments:

Very pleasantly surprised. Comforable and quite roomy. Only downside is that it's 2WD. I.e. not a "real" SUV.

Most importantly, it had heated front window like my wife's current Outlander. Contemplating replacing the 2019 Outlander with a low mileage 2023 Kuga that's for sale. These are surprisingly cheap second hand considering what you get. I've researched this car, and there should be few problems. Should be simple and robust.

Faults:

Exhaust, DPF, EGR valve, usual diesel troubles.

Noisy suspension, replaced springs at last MOT.

Air con is useless.

A bit heavy on brakes, replaced pads twice and the discs are needing replaced again as well!

Try to look after it as much as I can, gets every service as per schedule. The car had full history upon purchase. No major breakdowns, but some repairs have been expensive.

General Comments:

A decent enough to drive SUV, the Kuga is nothing special. Pretty much the epitome of average in the family transport segment.

2.0 TDCi performs OK, does about 45 MPG at best. The car is actually nice to drive, handles very well for its size and weight.

Not as spacious as you might think. Interior materials are nice though, and the seats are comfortable. Glass pan roof brightens up inside. Boot space not that great for a family SUV.

Mine is white with original Zetec alloy wheels, looks OK.

Hard to say anymore, not a bad car, just boring. Better than my previous Hyundai Tucson, but only by a little. Worth a look if you want a decent modern family car.

Faults:

Timing belt + water pump and all maintenance carried out.

ABS sensor light came on, fixed for a fair price.

Rear suspension required some work.

A/C stopped working.

General Comments:

Pretty decent to drive for a dull SUV, the Kuga was a good car for me.

Titanium model had the lot. Leather, full electrics. Very comfortable.

2.0 TDCi could be surprisingly fast, but only managed 45 mpg at very best, a bit under par for a modern diesel.

Traded it for a Skoda Yeti which I am enjoying so far, but I miss how good the Kuga drives. Test drove a Vauxhall Mokka before this - not a great car, the Kuga is way better.

Faults:

Basically nothing. Low mileage, serviced on time and modern - I would not expect any major problems.

General Comments:

It is big, modern looking, not very fast... welcome to your typical SUV.

This Kuga was a purchase I had to make after a problematic Vauxhall Mokka of mine was finally sold. Not a bad car, and usually Vauxhall's I have had were fine, but that car was a lemon and had to go.

Decided to change to Ford, and it is basically like McDonald's and Burger King - both are the same, just depends what you prefer. Honestly these cars are all the same nowadays. Kuga is a little sharper to drive though.

Titanium model is near range topping and has all the electrics you would want in a 2019 vehicle. Very comfortable and easy to drive. I suppose I could complain about the electric parking brake, but as others say, they are not bad when you get used to them.

2.0 TDCi is a bit plodding, but you will get 45 - 50 mpg out of it, good for a larger vehicle.

Looks OK in black, with big alloy wheels. Interior is also black with good seats, very comfortable to sit in, very nice.

If you are after a modern family vehicle, the Kuga is an OK choice.