7.9
2023 Ford Puma FWD review
The Ford Puma handles like a hot hatch, looks like a more expensive SUV, and has a sharp sticker price. Why doesn't it sell better?
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Scott Collie
Ford Puma vs Mazda CX-3 Comparison
Ford Puma
Mazda CX-3
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2024 Ford
Puma
vs
2024 Mazda
CX-3
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Driving the family
City drivingFuel Efficiency
42L
223 km
48L
302 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$29,990 - $36,390
$26,950 - $38,770
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- An SUV that's fun to drive
- Represents solid value, even with options
- Looks like a mini-Macan
Misses
- Tight rear seat
- Even tighter boot
- Why is active safety optional?
Max Davies
Marketplace Journalist
Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Super easy to drive
- Sturdy build quality
- Tasty white and tan interior
Misses
- Tech is showing its age
- High-speed handling isn't ideal
- Thirstier than expected
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Prestige Paint (+$650)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$595)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIR/INDIR INJ | ELECT DIRECT INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 999 | 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 1.0L | 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 3 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 12 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 92kW | 110kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 170Nm | 195Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 | 2800 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.1 | 13 | |
