Ford Kuga (Ford Kuga 2.0TDCi)

Member Name: tanyatigerlily

Product:	Ford Kuga 2.0TDCi
Date:	22/08/09 (73 review reads)
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Advantages: Available in 2WD, good fuel consumption

Disadvantages: Standard features in similar SUV's cost extra in the Kuga

My husband and I are currently deciding which car to buy to replace his beloved Mini Cooper as we are planning to start a family soon and need a car which is better suited to a family's needs. We have test-driven numerous cars and I have a lot to say about all of them. I will be focussing mainly on telling you about the features and specifications that I am looking for in a family car i.e. space, comfort and the little added luxuries which make life a bit easier.

Both my husband and I have been very impressed with both the exterior design and comfortable drive of the Ford Kuga. The build quality is great and is good value for its price. The added advantage is that you have the option of buying a 2WD instead of 4WD, which makes sense to those who live in a city and don't need much off-road capability. The Kuga's MPG is an impressive 46.3 combined and carbon emissions of 159. The Kuga seems to be one of the most economical SUV's available with the added benefit of feeling like a car when you are driving. The engine is also very quiet.

The model I chose is the Kuga 2.0 TDCi Titanium 2WD with the following features:
* Flat loading bay for boot (easy to get a push chair in and out!) with luggage capacity of 360 Litres
* Plenty of legroom in the rear
* High driving position
* Half-leather seats
* Automatic temperature control
* Push-button start
* Plenty of airbags for driver and passenger safety

Unfortunately some features that I require come as optional extras:
* Advanced navigation system + Bluetooth + rear parking camera at a cost of £1 200 (which is not very expensive when compared to other car manufacturers)

The price of my configured Kuga 2.0 TDCi Titanium 2WD with the navigation system is £23 645

Summary: A medium sized SUV that looks great

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