Used Ford Kuga Vignale cars

The Vignale is the top trim on the popular compact SUV, and was released in 2017 as part of the Kuga’s Mk2 trim range. With a revised outer style, a luxurious new interior and smart technology, the Vignale’s upmarket features add a premium finish to the SUV. It is a competitor to other compact SUVs such as the Nissan Qashqai, Peugeot 3008 and Renault Kadjar.

The Vignale comes with a choice of 1.5 and 2.0-litre petrol and diesel engines, along with front and four-wheel drive. The Ford Kuga Vignale also sits high on the ground thanks to its 19-inch alloy wheels.

Many of the Vignale’s leading features are in the interior, where quilted leather seats and a leather-wrapped dashboard add to an exceptional design. There’s also Ford’s most advanced voice recognition technology, which allows you to engage the model’s infotainment system while keeping your concentration on the road.

Ford Kuga Vignale updates and facelifts

The Ford Kuga Vignale was first released as part of the Mk2’s trim range. The Mk2 first launched in 2012, with the Vignale trim being added with the 2016 facelift.

Practicality and style of the car

The Ford Kuga Vignale has a length of 4,629mm, height of 1,680mm and width of 1,883mm. This makes it 55mm taller than the Nissan Qashqai and 56mm taller than the Peugeot 3008, for greater headroom.

The Ford Kuga Vignale also offers a reasonable amount of boot space. With the rear row of seats up, there is 456 litres of space, but by folding them down, that increases to 1,603 litres, which is average for this vehicle class. For extra storage, you’ll find an additional compartment under the boot floor for keeping items out of sight. There is also a low loading lip, making it easy to load heavy items.

The Ford Kuga Vignale’s size and powerful engines mean it is a suitable model for towing trailers. It has a maximum braked towing capacity of up to 1,500kg, which is more than enough for most medium-sized trailers and caravans.

Running costs

Compared to other premium compact SUVs, a used Ford Kuga Vignale offers good running costs. Its insurance groups range from 15 to 21, which is typical for a compact SUV. The Kuga Vignale also qualifies for a typical annual road tax of up to £290, with most engine configurations falling into a rate of £180 or £35.

How a used Ford Kuga Vignale drives

The Ford Kuga Vignale comes with a range of diesel, petrol and hybrid engines, with front and four-wheel drive available across the range. In the petrol range, there is a 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engine, which produces 148bhp. It returns 30.7-35.8mpg and accelerates from 0-62mph in around 9.7 seconds. This engine is paired with a six-speed automatic gearbox.

There are also two diesel engines. The entry-level 1.5-litre option generates 118bhp and goes from 0-62mph in 11.7 seconds. It returns 35.3mpg.

The 2.0-litre diesel engine is available with either 148bhp or 184bhp. The 148bhp engine returns 43.5-56.4mpg and accelerates from 0-62mph in 9.6 seconds. It’s also available with a six-speed manual gearbox. The 184bhp engine accelerates from 0-62mph in 8.7 seconds, returns 41.5mpg and features an automatic gearbox.

You can also find a Ford Kuga Vignale available as a 222bhp, plug-in hybrid. The PHEV is powered by a 2.5-litre petrol engine which generates 133bhp and a 109bhp electric motor. It returns 201.8mpg and accelerates from 0-62mph in just over 8.6 seconds. It also has an all-electric range of 35 miles.

Features you can expect in a Ford Kuga Vignale

Interior

Step into the cabin of a Ford Kuga Vignale and you’ll immediately enjoy an upmarket and premium interior. Across the dashboard and seats, you’ll find quilted leather. The multi-functional steering wheel also comes with extra leather trimming for a luxurious feel.

In the driving seat, you’ll find a ten-way adjustable and heated leather seat. The passenger seat is also heated leather and is four-way adjustable, helping occupants stay comfortable on long drives. The Vignale also has Active Noise Cancellation, ensuring the cabin is hushed and peaceful. The Kuga Vignale offers ample leg, knee and headroom across all five seats. These rear seats can also be slid backwards, and the rear windows are tinted.

Keeping the cabin tidy is easy thanks to the cubbies and compartments dotted around the cabin. In the front, you’ll find a good-sized glovebox and a smartphone-sized compartment in the centre console. The Vignale trim also comes with a smartphone charging pad, helping you stay connected on the go. There is also a deep-lidded container between the front seats, which is suitable for some handheld accessories. Deep door bins also come with moulded inlays to help prevent items from rattling.

Technology

The Vignale has an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system which comes with Ford’s SYNC3 infotainment system. This system features sat nav, smartphone mirroring, app link functionality which allows you to connect your apps to the screen, as well as emergency assistance. This infotainment system is linked to the Vignale’s ten-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system.

This trim also comes with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. This customisable screen can show your important drive information, including speed, fuel economy, fuel gauge and distance driven. It can also show 3D map navigation to make longer journeys that bit easier. There is also a head-up display, which displays your drive information on a small screen above the dashboard.

Among the Ford Kuga Vignale’s smart technology features, you will find a heated windscreen, rain-sensing wipers, automatically activating LED headlights and electrically adjusted door mirrors. It also comes with a hands-free powered tailgate which makes loading heavy items in the boot even easier. This means that you can open the boot by waving your foot under the rear bumper.

The trim also comes with keyless entry and ignition as a welcome touch. And there is also remote-powered double locking, helping you lock and unlock your car from a distance. Inside the cabin, ambient lighting helps keep the interior well-lit. While you drive, you will also have an auto-dimming rear-view mirror which makes driving in sunny conditions easier.

Safety

To keep the car safe, the Vignale also comes with a cruise control speed limiter, helping you stay safe on motorways. You will also have automatic parking assistance which makes backing into tight spots easy. Intelligent Speed Assist detects speed signs and automatically adjusts the Vignale’s speed so that you’re always within the local limit.

The Kuga is a safe model and has been awarded Euro NCAP’s maximum five-star safety warning. In 2019, the Kuga Vignale achieved an adult occupant score of 92% and 86% for child safety. It also achieved a pedestrian safety score of 82%.

The Vignale comes with a tyre pressure monitoring system, airbags, post-collision braking that mitigates the secondary effects of a collision, electronic stability control, autonomous emergency braking and pre-collision assist. For ease of fitting child safety seats, you’ll find two ISOFIX points on the rear outer seats.

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