The FORD KUGA (2012-17) is a family-sized SUV offering a higher driving position and useful cabin space than a hatchback without the bulk of a large SUV. It sits in the UK’s popular compact SUV class alongside the Nissan Qashqai and Volkswagen Tiguan, and remains a choice on the used market. Mycarcheck.com records 47,067 look-ups across 20,832 different Kugas, a substantial sample that reflects strong buyer interest. Checks show an average private-sale value of £7,300 and average recorded mileage of 73,000 miles; cars have typically covered 7,000 miles a year and had around 2.3 previous keepers. These figures offer a useful snapshot, not a price guide for every example. Room for passengers and luggage makes the Kuga well suited to families, daily commuting and weekend trips. Its raised view, comfortable ride and broad appeal make it a practical alternative to a hatchback, with a more substantial feel than many rivals.