SUVs achieve what no one could imagine or expect. The market buying trend has changed in such a way that crossovers are the best-selling units of every home. The Ford Puma It is the last SUV to enter the ranks of the American firm. A completely new model that keeps a completely different past.
We have tested this car:
Test Ford Puma ST Line X 1.0 MHEV 155 CV (with video)Ford He already had a Puma some time ago. Between the years 1.997 and 2.001 the firm of the oval had for sale a small coupé utility attractive lines and fun driving. A rare model to see but that over time has gained fame, followers and revaluation. His end came, perhaps, too soon, although his second life is expected to be much more successful.
The latest generation Ford Puma is integrated to complete the SUV family, being a superior model to the Ford Ecosport and below the Ford Kuga, Ford Edge y Ford Explorer. Thanks to him, the American brand can finally compete in the demanding B-SUV segment., the market niche with the highest commercial growth in recent years.
Technical characteristics of the Ford Puma
When talking about the Ford Puma it is inevitable not to mention the Ford Fiesta. Both models are located within the same category, and therefore they share many elements, such as the B2E platform. A modular architecture developed together with Mazda and that is also used in other products of the house, such as the aforementioned Ecosport or the Ford Transit Courier.
In the specific case that concerns us, the chassis is adjusted to ideal measures for the utility segment. 4,19 meters long, 1,8 meters wide and 1,54 meters high. To these external dimensions must be added a wheelbase of 2,59 meters, one of the largest in the category. Said battle allows you to homologate an interior space for a maximum of five passengers.
Three of them are located in a generously proportioned rear row, where it is preferable to occupy only two of the three seats due to the short shoulder width. As for your trunk, the Ford Puma sports 401 liters of minimum capacity for MHEV versions, and 456 liters of minimum capacity for units with conventional combustion engines. Both figures are higher than that of his older brother, the Ford Focus.
Mechanical range and Ford Puma gearboxes
Unlike other rival models, the Ford Puma offers a mechanical range of medium power, balanced in performance and consumption. All of its mechanics, three gasoline versions, have a Mild-Hybrid system with which they get the DGT ECO label. An advantageous sticker for the city due to the increasingly common low emission zones and anti-pollution protocols. In the middle of the commercial cycle, Ford eliminates the EcoBlue diesel versions.
As we have already said, the mechanical offer of the Puma exclusively offers low displacement gasoline versions. The main axis of the range is the block 1.0 EcoBoost that is capable of offering different levels of power. The lower performance version is capable of offering 125 horsepower and 170 Nm of torque. It is associated with a six-speed manual transmission, although it can optionally have a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
That same block with MHEV assistance is capable of stretching its performance to 155 horsepower and 220 Nm of torque. The sportier version is signed by the acronym ST. The Cougar ST mounts a block of three cylinders and 1.496 cubic centimeters. It develops 200 horsepower and 320 Nm of torque.. The sportiest version is always associated with a six-speed manual transmission.
Equipment of the Ford Puma
From doors to inside the Ford Puma is shown as a carbon copy of the small Fiesta. Both use the same structure, although in the case of the SUV more modern systems and technologies can be mounted, such as a digital instrument panel. The quality perceived by passengers is correct, showing good finishes and adjustments. The typical ones in the American brand, with a great feeling of durability.
As usual at Ford, the range of equipment is structured into different levels and steps. From lowest to highest price they are: Titanium, ST-Line, ST-Line X, Vivid Ruby Edition and ST. The latter only available with the most powerful mechanical variant of all. The differences between them are not only focused on the equipment, but also on the finishes and design, with considerable changes between one level and another.
The appearance of the Ford Puma always has a clear sporty focus, and as far as equipment is concerned, it is capable of displaying many elements. Noteworthy is the presence of: LED headlights, keyless entry and start, sunroof, digital instrument panel, SYNC3 multimedia system with 8-inch touch screen, climate control, reversing camera and a complete team of driving assistants and Security elements.
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The Ford Puma according to Euro NCAP
Safety is an important issue, and Ford takes it seriously no matter the size of its product. Euro NCAP has subjected the Ford Puma to its demanding crash tests, granting it five safety stars. The results by sections were as follows: 94% in protection of adult passengers, 84% in protection of child passengers, 77% in vulnerability of pedestrians and 74% in operation of assistants and driving aids.
The Ford Puma of Km 0 and second hand
The Ford Puma was presented at the end of 2019, but it was not until the beginning of 2020 that its commercial journey began. The effect caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a slow start in sales, which in turn affects secondary sales channels. Its depreciation value is estimated to be in the middle of the segment, between 29 and 31%.
If we take a look at the used or second-hand market, we see that the cheapest units correspond to the original Puma. But focusing on the SUV version, the cheapest models start their prices in amounts close to 18.000 euros. The line that separates the second-hand market and the Km 0 market is practically non-existent. The offers are intermingled, and many models for sale are brand new or very low mileage vehicles.
Ford Puma rivals
Although Ford advertises it as a compact all-roader, the Puma fits into the B-SUV segment. East, It is the one that has experienced the greatest growth, so the number of alternatives is very wide.. Thus, main rivals The ones you have to fight against are the following: Citroen C3 Aircross, Opel Mocha, Renault Captur, FIAT 500X, KIA Sonic, Volkswagen T-Cross, Mazda CX-3, Honda HR-V, Peugeot 2008 o Hyundai KONA, Nissan Juke, SEAT Arona y Skoda Kamiq, and more. Among them, the American offers one of the highest prices, but with the advantage of the ECO label of many of its mechanics and with one of the best dynamics in the sector.
Highlight
- Interior space
- Attractive design
- Adjusted consumption
To improve
- Low RPM Performance
- engine refinement
- High price
Ford Puma prices
It is clear that the Puma has many qualities, but its price is not one of them. The starting price of the Ford Puma is 27.416 euros, without offers or promotions. That data corresponds to a unit with a 1.0-horsepower 125 EcoBoost MHEV engine with manual gearbox and Titanium finish. The most expensive of the family is the 200-horsepower Puma ST with manual transmission and its own finish. In that case, the minimum sale value is 37.399 euros, without offers or promotions.
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