2017 Ford Kuga SUV Arrives In Europe, Prices And Specs Here [VIDEO]

Oct 21, 2016 07:20 AM EDT | Mariechris Felipe

The 2017 Ford Kuga SUV arrives In Europe hoping to compete against leading models like the Volkswagen Tiguan. The new Kuga has benefited from necessary updates that put it at the quality level of its Ford brothers, the EcoSport and theEdge, applying changes in design, incorporating new technologies and releasing more engine options.

Styling Changes

On the front, the new Kuga receives a sportier appearance thanks to the large trapezoidal grille, which leads to another grid at the bottom which is smaller. The front has new light units incorporating the bi-xenon technology, having seven different and automatic settings, which adjust the light beam depending on speed, steering angle and distance of objects in front of it. The body is available in the new colors: Guard Gray and Cooper Press while alloy wheels offer various finishes and sizes of 17, 18 and 19 inches.

The interior of the 2017 Ford Kuga also wins in quality, with an air conditioner that is more controlled, a choice of a heated steering wheel and an all-new infotainment system. The security system is not forgotten as the Kuga is abundant with new technology, according to The New Wheel.

Among the new security, system function will be the Perpendicular Parking that allows the Kuga to park without the driver having to maneuver the steering wheel. The Cross Traffic Alert and Park-Out Assist are also added to make this semi-autonomous parking a reality.

Ford Kuga Vignale and Ford Kuga ST-Line

For the first time, Ford Kuga offered ST-Line and Vignale range.

The Ford Kuga ST-Line includes best aesthetic and awesome finishes, with exclusive designs on wheels and seats with sports dyes, as well as an adjustment of the suspension and steering to give the car a more accurate response and reduce rocking during driving. The Ford Kuga Vignale has the most luxurious finishes of the range, including the exclusive body color Milano Grigio and finished in high-quality Windsor leather upholstery.

2017 Ford Kuga Engines

The new Ford Kuga has two diesel engines and one petrol engine at various power levels, according to Carscoops.

Mechanical diesel is a propeller 1.5 TDCi that can output 120 hp with front wheel drive and automatic double - clutch Powershift six - speed. The engine 2.0 TDCi is offer between two power range of 150hp and 180 hp. The most powerful of these two features all - wheel drive and both offer a choice between manual or six - speed Powershift automatic transmission.

The only petrol engine available is a 1.5 Ecoboost , at power levels of 120hp, 150hp and 180 hp, the most powerful of them will offer all - wheel drive and automatic transmission Powershift.

The 2017 Ford Kuga price starts at 24,200 euros and can go up to 40,500 euros on its highest range. Check out the Kuga at the video below:

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