Ford Kuga 2008 2.5 Turbo AWD Automatic 4x4
Ford Kuga 2008 2.5 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Ford Kuga 2008 2.5 Turbo AWD Automatic 4x4 has been produced from January, 2008 to January, 2013. It has five-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 200 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Ford Kuga 2008 - 2013 version and torque 320 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 400 up to 670 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Ford Kuga 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.8 litres.
Ford Kuga 2008 2.5 Turbo AWD Automatic 4x4 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford Kuga 2008 2.5 Turbo AWD Automatic 4x4 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 205 km/h.
Ford Kuga 2008 2.5 Turbo AWD Automatic 4x4 fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 58 litres or 15.32 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 740 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 11.5 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Ford Kuga fuel consumption.
Ford Kuga safety
During safety testing Ford Kuga has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Ford Kuga is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Ford Kuga got three stars.

Ford Kuga 2008 2.5 Turbo AWD Automatic 4x4 technical data
Model: | Ford Kuga 2.5 Turbo AWD Automatic 4x4 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2008. January ... 2013. January | ||
Engine: | 2521 cm3 Petrol, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 244 g/km |
Power: | 200 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 320 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 205 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.3 (combined) 14.6 (urban) 7.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.5 l/100km (20.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 58 litres (15.3 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.44m (length) 1.84m (width) 1.68m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 410 litres |
Ford Kuga 2008 2.5 Turbo AWD Automatic 4x4 engine HYDB
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 2522 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 5 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 93.2 mm |
Compression ratio | 9 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Ford Kuga 2008 2.5 Turbo AWD Automatic 4x4 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.8 litres (6.1 quarts) |
Power | 200 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 NM ON 1600 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2008 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
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All Ford Kuga crossover [2008 - 2013] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Ford Kuga 2008 2.0 TDCi
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 136 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Ford Kuga 2008 2.0 TDCi 4x4 Jan 2008 — Dec 2010 | 2.0 Diesel | 136 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
Ford Kuga 2009 2.5 Turbo AWD
Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 200 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
Ford Kuga 2008 2.5 Turbo AWD Automatic 4x4
Only version with automatic transmission |
2.5 Petrol | 200 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |