2024 Ford Kuga vs 2024 Ford Puma
Which is bigger, the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2024 Ford Puma?
Key dimensions: length, width, height
There is a large difference in length between the two models, with the 2024 Ford Kuga being 41.8 cm longer than the 2024 Ford Puma. At 7.7 cm wider, the 2024 Ford Kuga occupies a bit more of the lane than the 2024 Ford Puma, giving it more road presence. The 2024 Ford Kuga is designed for easy entry and a more upright seating position when compared to the lower height 2024 Ford Puma. For all practical purposes, the ground clearance is the same between the vehicles, with just a minor 0.3 cm advantage in the 2024 Ford Kuga. The 2024 Ford Puma will likely be the more agile choice in tight turns, sitting 12.3 cm shorter between the axles than the 2024 Ford Kuga.
Measurements
Length
460.4 cm (+41.8)
418.6 cm
Height
167.9 cm (+12.9)
155 cm
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm (+7.7)
180.5 cm
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm (+0.3)
193 cm
Ground clearance
16.6 cm (+12.3)
16.3 cm
Wheelbase
271.1 cm (+1.1)
258.8 cm
How each car compares with its class average
Length
460.4 cm
7.8 cm longer than the average Crossover
418.6 cm
34 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Height
167.9 cm
5.1 cm taller than the average Crossover
155 cm
7.8 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
188.2 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
180.5 cm
4.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
217.7 cm
11.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
193 cm
13.4 cm narrower than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
16.6 cm
1.5 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
16.3 cm
1.8 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
271.1 cm
1.3 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
258.8 cm
13.6 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
Cargo Capacity: which has more space?
Standard and largest cargo capacity
Rarely do you see such a divide in cargo space. The 2024 Ford Puma is the definitive winner for the weekly shop with the seats up, but the 2024 Ford Kuga is the undeniable master of maximum volume with the seats down.
Measurements
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
412 L
456 L (+44)
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,534 L (+318)
1,216 L
Cargo space vs length
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
174.8 L per m (+2.3)
172.5 L per m
Cargo space vs footprint
This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.
It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.
92.9 L per m²
95.6 L per m² (+2.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Standard cargo capacity (VDA)
The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.
412 L
33 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
456 L
11 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
Largest cargo capacity (VDA)
The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.
If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.
1,534 L
26 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
1,216 L
292 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
DriveSize space efficiency score
DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.
Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.
VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.
94%
VDA: below class average (-6%)
97%
VDA: below class average (-3%)
Rear view
Details
Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability
Neither vehicle differs on door layout, as the 2024 Ford Kuga and 2024 Ford Puma both feature a 5-door design. Both the 2024 Ford Kuga and the 2024 Ford Puma offer seating for 5, meaning they are equally capable when it comes to carrying passengers. You’ll appreciate the 0.98 m tighter turning circle of the 2024 Ford Puma when navigating cramped multi-storey car parks. The 2024 Ford Kuga is 210 kg further up the scales, trading agility for a more "planted" highway experience.
Measurements
Doors
5
5
Max. seats
5
5
Turning circle
11.4 m (+1)
10.4 m
Curb weight
1,526 kg (+210)
1,316 kg
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
11.4 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
10.4 m
0.8 m smaller turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,526 kg
106 kg lighter than the average Crossover
1,316 kg
316 kg lighter than the average Crossover
DriveSize manoeuvrability score
DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.
Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.
98%
2% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
109%
9% more manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2024 Ford Kuga or 2024 Ford Puma fit in a standard parking space?
2024 Ford Kuga parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 43 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 44.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
43 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
44.5 cm
2024 Ford Puma parking fit score
DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.
Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.
Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.
For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 47 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 65.5 cm at each end.
Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)
47 cm
Length clearance (at each end)
65.5 cm
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