Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X vs Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport 8.0 s Runner-up: 8.5 s
Power winner Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport 184 hp Runner-up: 180 hp
Cargo winner Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X 405 L Runner-up: 380 L
Price winner Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport $33,800 Runner-up: $38,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X against the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.0 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X. 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport has the higher listed output at 184 hp; 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X is rated at 180 hp, a difference of 4 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport at 315 Nm and 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X at 200 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X has the lower recorded consumption at 5.2 L/100km; 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport is listed at 6.0 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 405 litres versus 380 litres, a difference of 25 litres. 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X carries the higher towing rating at 1,500 kg, while 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X is 46 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport has the lower listed starting price at $33,800, compared with $38,000 for 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X. 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.5 s8.0 s
Top Speed195 km/h190 km/h
Power180 hp184 hp
Torque200 Nm315 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank45 L51 L
Efficiency5.2 L/100km6 L/100km
CO2 Emissions119 g/km137 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,614 mm4,568 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm190 mm
Cargo405 L380 L
Curb Weight1,730 kg1,590 kg
Towing1,500 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.4 m11.2 m
Starting MSRP$38,000$33,800

Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X vs Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X or the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport?

2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.0 seconds, versus 8.5 seconds for 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X or the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport?

2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X has the higher listed top speed at 195 km/h (121 mph), compared with 190 km/h (118 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X or the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport?

2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport has more power at 184 hp, a 4 hp advantage over 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X or the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport?

2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X has more listed cargo space at 405 litres (14.3 cu ft), versus 380 litres (13.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X or the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport?

2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,500 kg (3,307 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X or the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport?

2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X is heavier at 1,730 kg (3,814 lb), while 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport is listed at 1,590 kg (3,505 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X or the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport?

2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $33,800 USD, compared with $38,000 USD for 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X or the 2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport?

2025 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Sport leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.