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[[Ford Focus]]-based crossover SUV, related to [[Volvo XC60]]. Stylish ‘kinetic’ design translated well to SUV shape, initially sold in Europe, and very highly regarded for its handling and ride. As Ford consolidated its platforms, the 2012 Kuga also became the 2013 Ford Escape, with production in Germany, USA and China. In some markets, the Kuga Mk II (C520) became the Escape when it had its mid-term facelift.
  
'''Ford Kuga (C394). 2008 to date (prod. unknown). 5-door SUV. 1997 cm³ diesel (4 cyl. DOHC), 2521 cm³ (5 cyl. DOHC).''' Crossover SUV on Focus platform and sister car to [[Volvo XC60]], with six-speed standard transmission. Single engine option announced to date, though likely more will follow. Attractive ‘kinetic design’ from Ford, apeing [[Ford Fiesta Mk VII|B409 Fiesta]], [[Ford Mondeo Mk IV|CD345 Mondeo]], successfully transferred to sporty SUV styling. Facelift in 2012. Replaced [[Ford Escape]] on European market in 2008.
 
  
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*[[Ford Kuga Mk I]]
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*[[Ford Escape (C520)]]
  
''Manufacturing location:'' Saarlouis, Germany; Louisville, Kentucky, USA
 
  
''Marque:'' [[Ford]] | ''Predecessors:'' [[Ford Escape (2000–6)]]
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''Marque:'' [[Ford]] | ''Predecessor:'' [[Ford Escape]] | ''Successor:'' [[Ford Escape]]
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Latest revision as of 08:03, 4 April 2019

Ford Focus-based crossover SUV, related to Volvo XC60. Stylish ‘kinetic’ design translated well to SUV shape, initially sold in Europe, and very highly regarded for its handling and ride. As Ford consolidated its platforms, the 2012 Kuga also became the 2013 Ford Escape, with production in Germany, USA and China. In some markets, the Kuga Mk II (C520) became the Escape when it had its mid-term facelift.



Marque: Ford | Predecessor: Ford Escape | Successor: Ford Escape

 

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