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 M8DA, M9DA, and M9MA internal combustion engines are also part of the 1.5 EcoBoost line.
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.