The stylish Kuga family SUV 1 is one of our most popular vehicles, and a big part of this success is how much choice and comfort it offers to customers.
Kuga is available as a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), full hybrid (HEV) or with an EcoBoost petrol engine, so there’s a version to suit a wide range of customers and needs. It’s also packed with features to make every day a little easier, like our SYNC 4 infotainment system 2 with Alexa Built-in, 3 and Trailer Tow Navigation 4 that can choose a route that suits the size of the trailer you’re towing.
But now we’re introducing a whole new level of convenience for Kuga drivers as we roll out our history-making BlueCruise 5 technology to the SUV, as well as enhanced infotainment features for even greater comfort.
BlueCruise is our hands-free highway driving technology, the first system of its kind to receive regulatory approval in Europe when it was introduced to our Mustang Mach-E 6 in 2023. It’s an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) 4 that allows for “hands-off, eyes-on” highway driving on approved highway sections known as Blue Zones, which cover more than 135,000 kilometres (84,000 miles) of highways across 16 markets in Europe. 7
Vehicle shown is Ford Puma. Specification and functionality may differ between vehicles.
Building on the capability of our Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control (IACC) 4 it can actively control steering, acceleration, braking and lane positioning as well as maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles. It also has the capability monitor road markings, speed signs and traffic, and can operate from highway speeds right down to stop-and-go traffic.
That means enhanced comfort for drivers and can reduce the fatigue associated with constant steering input helping you to arrive more refreshed and ready for your day. Introducing BlueCruise to Kuga means it’s now an option for even more customers.
The technology is available on new model year Kuga models with automatic transmission from April this year when equipped with the Driver Assistance Pack, which is standard on ST-Line X and Active X series, and optional on Titanium and ST-Line models.
Customers have the option to make a one-time purchase for BlueCruise – which permanently unlocks the feature on the car – or can subscribe through a monthly or annual plan for those who want to try it out for themselves, or only plan to use BlueCruise at certain times of the year, for example on long summer holiday road trips.
The latest generation Kuga also introduces an enhanced specification for the B&O Premium Audio system. Standard on Kuga ST-Line X and Active X, power is upgraded to a mighty 700 W, higher specification ‘midwoofers’ and separate rear tweeters and woofers mean two extra audio channels to create a fully-active system. That means more precise tuning for better sound reproduction, even at high volume levels.
Premium Connectivity 8 is also now available on all Kuga models, so you can access popular streaming services using the SYNC 4 system as well as play games and even blast out your karaoke favourites.
Whichever Kuga you choose, BlueCruise is a feature that can ease the stress of your daily commute, stop-and-go traffic and long road trips. Who knows, you may even decide to take the highway route home more often.
Stefan Tinnemann is senior communications manager at Ford Model e, Europe
1 Kuga Plug-in Hybrid homologated CO2 emissions 55-71 g/km, homologated fuel efficiency 2.8-3.9 l/100 km and homologated pure electric driving range 60-68 km WLTP Euro 6e-bis.
Kuga Hybrid homologated CO2 emissions 121-146 g/km and homologated fuel efficiency 5.3-6.4 l/100 km WLTP.
Kuga 1.5-litre EcoBoost homologated CO2 emissions 144-178 g/km and homologated fuel efficiency 6.3-7.8 l/100 km WLTP. The declared WLTP fuel/energy consumptions, CO2-emissions and electric range are determined according to the technical requirements and specifications of the European Regulations (EC) 715/2007 and (EU) 2017/1151 as last amended. The applied standard test procedures enable comparison between different vehicle types and different manufacturers.
2 Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice-operated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.
3 To use Alexa Built-in, drivers need to activate Ford app within their vehicle using the Ford smartphone app or in-vehicle settings. Access to Alexa requires an Amazon account, SYNC 4 or SYNC 4A, Ford app, and complimentary Connected Service activated through the Ford app (see Ford Terms for details). Additional products and setup may be required. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos and marks are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
4 Driver-assist features are supplemental to and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgement and need to control the vehicle.
5 Available in selected countries on selected Puma, Puma Gen-E, Kuga, Ranger PHEV and Mustang Mach-E models. Driver’s eyes must remain on the road ahead to enable use of BlueCruise hands-free driving. It does not replace safe driving.
6 Up to 600 km driving range based on full charge of Mustang Mach-E extended range. Estimated range using Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP). Figures shown are for comparability purposes and should only be compared with other vehicles tested to the same technical procedures. Actual range varies due to factors such as temperature, driving behaviour, route profile, vehicle maintenance, lithium-ion battery age and condition.
7 BlueCruise is currently available for customers with equipped vehicles in Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Great Britain, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, and Sweden.
8 Feature availability varies by market. Customers with capable vehicles will receive a complimentary 90-day free trial which can be activated within 11 months of the vehicle’s first date of registration.
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