2018 Ford Kuga — Full Specifications
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The 2018 Ford Kuga belongs to the Second generation generation, built 2012–2018. 2018 was the final year of this generation, so it is the most developed version of the design. The Third generation replaced it from 2019. Model years from 2016 onward carry the mid-life facelift, so a 2018 car is a post-facelift example. Body styles: 5-door SUV. The engine range listed for this period includes EcoBoost turbo I4 1.5 L 150 PS, EcoBoost turbo I4 1.6 L 150 PS, EcoBoost turbo I4 1.6 L 182 PS (2WD/AWD), EcoBoost turbo I4 2.0 L 242 PS (AWD only) and more. Owners often keep a Ford Kuga workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Second generation Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Ford Kuga model years from 2012 to 2018 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2016. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2018 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| EcoBoost turbo I4 1.5 L 150 PS | Petrol | 1.5 L | 150 PS |
| EcoBoost turbo I4 1.6 L 150 PS | Petrol | 1.6 L | 150 PS |
| EcoBoost turbo I4 1.6 L 182 PS (2WD/AWD) | Petrol | 1.6 L | 182 PS |
| EcoBoost turbo I4 2.0 L 242 PS (AWD only) | Petrol | 2 L | 242 PS |
| Duratorq 2.0 L 140 PS | Diesel | 2 L | 140 PS |
| Duratorq 2.0 L 150 PS | Diesel | 2 L | 150 PS |
| Duratorq 2.0 L 163 PS | Diesel | 2 L | 163 PS |
| Duratorq 2.0 L 180 PS | Diesel | 2 L | 180 PS |
| Body styles | 5-door SUV |
|---|---|
| Generation | Second generation |
| Facelift | 2016 (2018 car is post-facelift) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2018 Ford Kuga
Running Costs: 2018 Ford Kuga
Running costs for a 2018 Ford Kuga depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2018 Ford Kuga Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Ford Kuga. Look the Ford Kuga up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2018 Ford Kuga?
The 2018 Ford Kuga is part of the Second generation generation, produced 2012–2018. The facelift arrived in 2016, so a 2018 car is a post-facelift example.
What engines did the 2018 Ford Kuga come with?
Engines listed for this generation include EcoBoost turbo I4 1.5 L 150 PS (petrol); EcoBoost turbo I4 1.6 L 150 PS (petrol); EcoBoost turbo I4 1.6 L 182 PS (2WD/AWD) (petrol); EcoBoost turbo I4 2.0 L 242 PS (AWD only) (petrol); Duratorq 2.0 L 140 PS (diesel); Duratorq 2.0 L 150 PS (diesel); Duratorq 2.0 L 163 PS (diesel); Duratorq 2.0 L 180 PS (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2018 Ford Kuga come in?
This generation was offered as: 5-door SUV.
How safe is the 2018 Ford Kuga?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Ford Kuga at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.