Ford Kuga II facelift 1.5 EcoBoost, 120 PS, 6-speed manual (2017–2019)

Research for this car

• Generation guide Ford Kuga II (2012-2019): known problems and buying guide

  Petrol EcoBoost engines can crack their block or head, so watch the coolant. Check the PowerShift clutch, diesel injectors and the AWD transfer case.

• Engine guide VW pump-injector TDI (1.4, 1.9, 2.0 PD and 2.5 R5): problems, costs and what to check

  Oil pump drive, rod bearing, head crack and cam faults are reported. Buy only with oil records and proof of the pump and head work.

Known issues for this car

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

1. On a 1.5 EcoBoost, check the coolant level in the expansion tank before the engine is started, and ask whether coolant was topped up often. Listen for rough running on a cold start. Both point to a cracked block.
2. On a manual, ask whether the clutch pressure plate recall work was done. Test the clutch on a hill and under hard acceleration. Check open recalls by FIN (vehicle number) at KBA or Ford.
3. Check the engine oil level and ask for top-up records. A 1.6 EcoBoost can use oil between changes.

Running costs

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

ADAC versions