Ford Kuga Towing Capacity & Nose Weight Limit

What is the Nose Weight / Tongue Weight of a Ford Kuga?

Nose weight, which is some sometimes known as the 'tongue weight', is a crucial weight limit to consider when towing with a Ford Kuga. For safety reasons, you must never exceed the maximum nose weight set by the tow bar of your vehicle. Exceeding the nose weight of your Kuga may have detrimental effects on the vehicle such as damage to the chassis or mounting points of the tow bar. The nose weight varies according to the type of tow bar you have installed and the year the car was manufactured. You can find a guide to the Ford Kuga Nose Weight below but always check with the towbar and vehicle manufacturer for official information:

Year	Nose Weight From	Nose Weight Up To
2024 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2023 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2022 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2021 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2020 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2019 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2018 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2017 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2016 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2015 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2014 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2013 Ford Kuga	100kg	105kg
2012 Ford Kuga	100kg	100kg
2011 Ford Kuga	100kg	100kg
2010 Ford Kuga	100kg	100kg
2009 Ford Kuga	100kg	100kg
2008 Ford Kuga	100kg	100kg

Ford Kuga Towing Review Continued

However, the sportier suspension setup does contribute to a firmer ride in the Kuga. On the whole, most drivers might prefer the more forgiving standard suspension.

The Ford Kuga lags behind certain rivals in terms of interior space. Passenger comfort is satisfactory, yet the trunk space is relatively confined.

If you prioritize abundant baggage room, the Honda CR-V is a better option.

In terms of pricing, the Kuga isn't exactly budget-friendly—especially in ST Line configuration. However, research from What Car? indicates that substantial discounts are obtainable through negotiation.

Our experience of towing with the Kuga has been positive, yet it sits as a dependable contender rather than a frontrunner in its class.

Without modern technology and practicality, no one stands out in the highly competitive SUV market. What does the Ford Kuga have to offer? A lot. For example, there is a lot of space on the two-part sliding rear seat, behind which there is a trunk of between 475 and 645 litres.

Unlocked to a fast-level, 1,534 litres fit through the wide opening. With a load capacity of 403 kg in the trailer, the storage space can be well used.

The cockpit is familiar from the Focus: clear, quickly recognizable, ergonomic. However, the surfaces of the sports seats should be longer. The expensive trailer hitch swings in and out electrically and impresses with a top-reachable socket and rope release. On the other hand, the fact that Ford does not provide permanent-plus or charging lines is a great disappointment.

The two-litre diesel engine with 190 PS is married to all-wheel drive and automatic transmission. This would be a great thing if the transmission did not stir frequently in the torque converter, instead of delivering power. This brakes the engine more heavily than is known from other automatic cars.

The fact that the TDCI only consumes 11.2 litres with a two-ton trailer, speaks for its efficiency. The suspension is of the dry type and convinces more through its handling qualities than through its comfort. The distance control cruise control is not the most sensitive. The rear camera without specific trailer modes has a good view of the ball head.

The Kuga is a spacious car with standard all-wheel drive and automatic transmission.



Specifications: ST-Line 2.0 TDCI, 140 kW (190 PS)
Drive: All-wheel drive, 8-speed torque converter automatic transmission
Base/test car price: 42,842/48,496 Euro
Towing capacity range: 1,200 to 2,100 kg


Drive, driving characteristics and consumption
Engine: Four-cylinder turbo diesel, 1995 cm3, max. Torque 400 Nm from 2,000-3,000/min
Tank volume: 54 L
AdBlue: 14 L

Performance

Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.7 s
Top speed: 208 km/h
Test consumption litres/100 km