Honest John Long-term Tests

Ford Kuga ST-Line PHEV

New arrival: Ford Kuga ST-Line PHEV

New boy Phil get his hands on Ford's new(ish) hybrid SUV, the Kuga PHEV. What do we think of it so far?

Date: 17 September 2021 | Current mileage: 2006 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 55.4mpg

Fuel crisis? What fuel crisis...

While the fuel shortage is causing mass queues at the pumps, our plug-in Kuga means we can feel pretty smug about things...

Date: 5 October 2021 | Current mileage: 2214 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 60.9mpg

Just how practical is the Kuga's boot?

Boot space is a big consideration when looking at an SUV. How does the Kuga's boot fair with family life?

Date: 19 October 2021 | Current mileage: 3029 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 63.8mpg

Finding the Kuga PHEV's controls refreshingly easy to use

It might not have a sleek and streamlined central console like some premium rivals, but that's a good thing...

Date: 3 November 2021 | Current mileage: 3106 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 65.6mpg

The Kuga PHEV's drive modes explained

It might not have four-wheel drive, but our Kuga PHEV comes with a range of drive modes...

Date: 17 November 2021 | Current mileage: 3234 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 66.1mpg

Is the FordPass app worth downloading?

Like a lot of manufacturers, Ford has its own app. We take a look at what benefits it brings when we connect it to our Kuga PHEV.

Date: 1 December 2021 | Current mileage: 3465 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 67.3mpg

Which Ford Kuga should you choose?

With five trim levels to choose from, how do you know which Ford Kuga is right for you?

Date: 15 December 2021 | Current mileage: 3628 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 68.9mpg

Our Ford Kuga and the rigours of family life

It's one of the most popular family SUVs you can buy, but does it does that position?

Date: 29 December 2021 | Current mileage: 3798 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 68.5mpg

Freezing temps reduces our Kuga's hybrid range

With the arrival of colder weather we see the electric-only range of our Kuga take a bit of a hit.

Date: 12 January 2022 | Current mileage: 3901 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 68.1mpg

Ford Kuga vs Volkswagen Tiguan

We get behind the wheel of one of the Kuga's closest rivals to see how it compares.

Date: 26 January 2022 | Current mileage: 4012 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 69.5mpg

A fond farewell to our Ford Kuga

After six months and more than 3000 miles, it’s time to say goodbye to our Ford Kuga PHEV. It's become a firm favourite in the Hall household and we’re sorry to say goodbye.

Date: 9 February 2022 | Current mileage: 4377 | Claimed economy: 201.8mpg | Actual economy: 69.5mpg