In the crowded SUV segment, the new Kuga manages to feel distinctive. It's actually fun to drive, but can the new Kuga tow. Need a Kuga towbar?

In the crowded SUV segment, the Kuga manages to feel distinctive. It's actually fun to drive, but can the new Kuga tow.  Need a Kuga towbar?

The new Kuga looks nothing like the old one, comes in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, and you'll even have the option to choose a plug-in hybrid.

The previous Kuga was boxy and full of angular shapes and sharp corners. The new one looks sleek and smooth. It doesn't have the tough appearance of the older model and has less of an upright, traditional SUV profile, but with its low, long bonnet and set-back cabin, the Kuga definitely looks sleek and fast.

The new Kuga is also longer than the previous generation, by about 100mm with the entry grade being 4614mm end-to-end and the ST-Line stretching 4629mm and Vignale 4626mm.

The height has also been reduced from a maximum of 1749mm to 1680mm including the roof rails, and it's wider as well at 2178mm with the mirrors folded out.  So wider, lower, longer and sleeker.  At a glance, you could mistake for a Porsche.

The Kuga's cabin feels spacious, extra points for practicality are earned by its large cargo capacity and sliding second-row seat. That second row rolls on rails and locks into place and this means boot space can be contracted and expanded between 412 litres and 526 litres. This is a rarity in the medium-SUV segment. Need more cargo capacity or to take your bikes along on your next trip? Why not fit a Ford Kuga towbar.  The new Kuga is rated at a max of 2100kgs and 120kgs download.

The driving position in the Ford Kuga is very good for an SUV, with supportive seats and plenty of adjustment. Tall adults won’t have any issue with headroom or legroom upfront. 

In the back, the Ford Kuga is really impressive as there’s loads of leg and headroom in the outer seats. 

Ford says the all-wheel drive and front-wheel drive Kugas with the 2.0-litre petrol engine should use 8.6L/100km after a combination of open and urban roads. The plug-in hybrid is the true fuel super saver with Ford saying it can achieve 1.5L/100km.

Front and rear parking sensors are also standard across the range, so is a reversing camera and auto headlights.

For child seats, there are two ISOFIX points and three top tether mounts across the second row.

A space-saver spare wheel is under the boot floor.

Animated performance and a roomy cabin help the Ford Kuga stand out in a competitive compact SUV segment.  The Kuga is one of the best-looking SUVs on the market, and more practical than its sleek lines would suggest. 

We have a full range of Ford Kuga towbars that fit the standard, ST-Line, mild hybrid, plugin hybrid range.  Order your 2021 Kuga towbar today.