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 Toyota Corolla Cross Comparison
Ford Puma
Toyota Corolla Cross
2024 Ford
Puma
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2024 Toyota
Corolla Cross
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv compact category, between scores of 7.3 and 8.4.
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Based on the Ford Puma BASE MODEL
Based on the Toyota Corolla Cross GX 2WD HYBRID
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City drivingFuel Efficiency
42L
223 km
36L - 47L
155 to 282 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$29,990 - $35,890
$33,980 - $51,380
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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?
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Exceptional fuel efficiency
- Great space inside
- Good to drive
Misses
- Interior is pretty basic
- Halogen daytime running lights
- $3750 extra for the GXL is worth it
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)
- Crystal Pearl Paint (+$575)
- Mica Metallic Paint (+$575)
- Metallic Paint (+$575)
Colours Available
- Glacier White
- Frosted White*
- Stunning Silver*
- Eclipse Black*
- Atomic Rush*
- Lunar Blue*
- Moondust Grey*
- Jungle Khaki
*Premium paint costs $575
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIR/INDIR INJ | PORT & DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 999 | 1987 | |
| 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 | 112kW - 126kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6000 | 6000 - 6600 | |
| Torque | ||
| 170Nm | 190Nm - 202Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 | 4400 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.1 | 13 - 14 | |
