Ford released the first details of its new Kuga crossover ahead of production early in 2008. The Kuga is an exciting 4WD crossover that combines style with technology and promises impressive on-road dynamics coupled with substantial off-road ability.

The new Ford Kuga will go on sale throughout Europe during the first half of 2008. Ford claims that the Kuga offers a rare blend of a wagon and SUV features together with coupé-like sporting qualities. It aims to attract new customers to the Ford brand.

One of the challenges of the Kuga development team was to give the vehicle Ford's acknowledged driving quality while at the same time delivering substantial off-road ability.

Kuga's engine will feature Ford's established 2.0-litre, 136 PS Duratorq TDCi common-rail diesel engine mated to a Durashift 6-speed manual transmission. Further details of the Kuga powertrain will be released closer to launch in early 2008.

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