Among the 9 C-SUV plug-in hybrid 2018–2022, the Kuga PHEV 225 ranks 6th of 9 in Electric WLTP range (56 km, behind the Toyota RAV4 PHEV), 1st of 9 in Combined range (1013 km, behind the Ford Kuga PHEV 225), 1st of 9 in Thermal cons. estimated (4.7 L/100, behind the Ford Kuga PHEV 225), 9th of 9 in 0–100 km/h (9.2 s, behind the Toyota RAV4 PHEV).
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Kuga PHEV 225
224 hp, 56 km electric range, 9,2 s 0-100 : among the 9 C-SUV plug-in hybrid 2018–2022, the Kuga PHEV 225 ranks 6th of 9 in Electric WLTP range, 1st of 9 in Combined range, 1st of 9 in Thermal cons. estimated, 9th of 9 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
224hp
370 Nm
0 → 100 km/h
9.2s
VMax 200 km/h
Total range
1013km
of which 56 km elec
Battery + Tank
11.8kWh
+ 45 L tank
Technical identity card
Full specifications Ford Kuga PHEV 225
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Power | 224 hp |
| Couple | 370 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT Automatique |
| Transmission | Integrale (AWD) |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 11.8 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 56 km |
| Conso élec WLTP | 15.8 kWh/100km |
| Petrol cons. WLTP | 1.4 L/100km |
| Conso thermique | 4.7 L/100km |
| Tank | 45 L |
| EV range motorway | 60 km |
| Total range motorway | 1013 km |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 9,2 s |
| VMax | 200 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Width | 1,882 mm |
| Height | 1,684 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,882 kg |
| Cd | 0.43835627956727 |
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 9 C-SUV plug-in hybrid, the Kuga PHEV 225 combines two vehicles in one: an electric sedan for urban use (mid-table), a petrol tourer for long distances. Caralogy puts the Kuga PHEV 225 through its paces: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
C-SUV plug-in hybrid among the best in segment: 1st of 9 in Combined range (1013 km), 1st of 9 in Thermal cons. estimated (4.7 L/100).
Less suitable for
Some metrics lag behind the segment. Check the rankings above to identify weak points.
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is Electric WLTP range, the Toyota RAV4 PHEV (1st with 75 km) takes the lead. If the priority is 0–100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 PHEV (1st with 6.0 s) takes the lead.
In the city: 56 km pure electric (mid-table)
With a full battery, the Kuga PHEV 225 drives in pure electric mode for the first 56 km WLTP — placing it 6th of 9 in Electric WLTP range, behind the Toyota RAV4 PHEV (75 km). In urban and peri-urban use, the Kuga PHEV 225 behaves like a pure electric sedan in its segment.
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Segment positioning
Where the Kuga PHEV 225 stands against C-SUV plug-in hybrid
Comparison across 9 C-SUV plug-in hybrid marketed between 2018–2022.
Electric WLTP range6e / 9
56 km
Min 49 km · Bmw X1 xDrive25eMax 75 km · Toyota RAV4 PHEV
Combined range1e / 9
1 013 km
Min 59 km · Opel Grandland Plug-in Hybrid 300 AWDMax 1 013 km · Ford Kuga PHEV 225
Thermal cons. estimated1e / 9
4.7 L/100
Min 7.56 L/100 · Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEVMax 4.7 L/100 · Ford Kuga PHEV 225
0–100 km/h9e / 9
9,2 s
Min 9,2 s · Ford Kuga PHEV 225Max 6,0 s · Toyota RAV4 PHEV
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
C5 Aircross PHEV 225 FWD225 hp · 0-100 8.0 s
3008 Hybrid 225 e-EAT8225 hp · 0-100 7.6 s
X1 xDrive25e220 hp · 0-100 6.9 s
X1 xDrive25e220 hp · 0-100 6.9 s
Cross-energy alternatives
Same needs, different powertrain.
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Frequently asked questions
Ford Kuga PHEV 225: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
56 km WLTP announced — making it the 6th of 9 in autonomie du segment out of 9 models. The reference is the Toyota RAV4 PHEV (75 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Toyota RAV4 PHEV leads in Electric WLTP range (75 km vs 56 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the Kuga PHEV 225 vs Toyota RAV4 PHEV duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.