Only the second generation of the Kuga crossover was equipped with the 1.5-liter Ford M8MA or Kuga 2 1.5 EcoBoost engine, which was manufactured between 2014 and 2019 and came with a manual transmission. Galaxy and S-Max minivans have a comparable power unit, but they fall under the UNCI index.
The 1.5 EcoBoost line also includes internal combustion engines: M8DA, M9DA and M9MA.
The engine was installed on:
- Ford Kuga Mk2 in 2014 – 2019.
Specifications
| Production years | 2014-2019 |
| Displacement, cc | 1498 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 150 |
| Torque output, Nm | 240 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 79 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 76.4 |
| Compression ratio | 10.0 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | belt |
| Phase regulator | on two shafts |
| Turbocharging | Continental |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 3.8 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5/6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Ford Kuga 2017) — city — highway — combined |
7.9 5.4 6.3 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~230 000 |
Disadvantages of the M8MA engine
Several instances of detonation-related destruction of the second cylinder’s piston are detailed on specialized forums;
Overheating is frequently caused by a malfunctioning electromechanical clutch in the pump;
Additionally, the engine’s injectors quickly clog and the intake valves coke; replacing turbine nozzles is one of the most common warranty claims;
This area lacks hydraulic lifters, and valve clearances must be changed on a regular basis.