Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.0 seconds, compared with 8.5 seconds for 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X. 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX has the higher listed output at 306 hp; 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X is rated at 180 hp, a difference of 126 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX at 227 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
Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 490 litres versus 405 litres, a difference of 85 litres. 2025 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X carries the higher towing rating at 1,500 kg, while 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX is 21 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 Ford Kuga 2.5 Full Hybrid ST-Line X has the lower listed starting price at $38,000, compared with $49,900 for 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX. 2025 Suzuki Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four GLX 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.