Ford Puma (2020) Review
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Ford Puma (2020) At A Glance
It may share its name with a sporty little coupe from the 1990s, but the new Puma is actually a crossover SUV to rival the Nissan Juke, Volkswagen T-Roc and Honda HR-V. Like its namesake, it’s based on the Fiesta, yet it offers class-leading practicality, a fun driving experience and mild-hybrid engines.
From launch, the Puma’s initially available with Ford’s popular 1.0-litre three-cylinder EcoBoost petrol engine, with a 1.5-litre EcoBlue diesel to follow. Buyers can choose from two power outputs - 125 or 155PS, both with mild-hybrid technology to improve fuel efficiency.
While the more powerful engine is a sportier offering and makes sense if you regularly drive at motorway speeds with several passengers, the standard 125 unit will be sufficient for most buyers. It’s a quiet and refined engine, although the Puma’s crossover dimensions means there is a little wind noise at higher speeds.
Unlike the lacklustre EcoSport, the Puma is as fun to drive as we’ve come to expect from a Ford. Like the Fiesta, it’s ahead of the competition in the way it corners, with little in the way of body lean and excellent, communicative steering. It’s also good to drive around town, thanks to its impressive visibility and tight turning circle.
Things are good inside, too. It’s very similar to the latest Fiesta, with lots of seemingly high-quality materials and a generous amount of standard equipment. The extra practicality compared to the Fiesta means it’s genuinely useable as a family car - it might be smaller, but we can envisage people choosing a Puma over the Focus. While adults might feel a tad cramped in the rear, there’s plenty of space for children, and the boot is clever and well thought out.
There's not much going against the Puma. Not everyone will appreciate its looks, while it looks pricey alongside the EcoSport, you get what you pay for - and it's certainly no more expensive than the likes of the Volkswagen T-Roc and Peugeot 2008.
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