The Ford Puma is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Ford since 2019. It is designed to sit below the EcoSport in Ford's lineup and compete directly with the Honda HR-V, Nissan Juke, and Peugeot 2008.
Design and Features
The Puma has a distinctive and sporty design, with a sloping front grille, narrow LED headlights, and a pronounced rear diffuser. It features a compact body length of 4,225 mm (166 in), width of 1,793 mm (70.6 in), and height of 1,563 mm (61.5 in). The Puma has a wheelbase of 2,670 mm (104.7 in) and features a range of alloy wheels, including a 17-inch option.
Inside, the Puma offers a modern and premium-feeling cabin with a digital instrument cluster and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It also comes equipped with advanced safety features like automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring.
Powertrain and Performance
The Ford Puma is available with three engine options:
- A 1.0-liter EcoBoost gasoline engine producing 125 horsepower (93 kW) and 162 lb-ft (220 Nm)
- A 1.5-liter EcoBlue diesel engine delivering 120 horsepower (88 kW) and 150 lb-ft (203 Nm)
- A 1.3-liter EcoBoost hybrid powertrain combining a gasoline engine with an electric motor to produce 154 horsepower (115 kW)
The Puma features an all-wheel-drive system on some trims, while others come equipped with front-wheel drive.
Drivetrain and Suspension
The Puma has a five-speed manual transmission as standard, with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic option available. It features MacPherson strut suspension in the front and a multi-link setup at the rear for improved handling and stability.
Dimensions and Capacity
- Length: 4,225 mm (166 in)
- Width: 1,793 mm (70.6 in)
- Height: 1,563 mm (61.5 in)
- Wheelbase: 2,670 mm (104.7 in)
- Boot capacity: up to 355 liters (12.5 cu ft) behind the rear seats, up to 455 liters (16 cu ft) with the rear seats folded
Trim Levels
The Ford Puma is available in several trim levels:
- Zetec
- ST-Line
- Titanium X
- ST-Line Vignale
- ST-X
Safety and Warranty
The Puma has a five-star Euro NCAP rating for safety, with features like automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning as standard on some trims. It also comes with a three-year/100,000 km warranty.
Market Release
The Ford Puma went into production in November 2019 and was launched globally from spring 2020.
