in Cougar it Iconic Ford model. The name launched in 1997 in the form of a small two-door coupe. It returned to the market in the form of a 2019 small SUV, which quickly found its audience. Despite its sporty lines reminiscent of the original coupe, it is based on the technology of the small Fiesta. It has similar engines and chassis. It has been a real success since its launch than the alternative Ecosport, which failed to seduce European consumers due to its rustic lines and very low cost (it was originally designed for developing countries). Recently, it is easy to find one of these models on the second-hand market. Before you buy, here’s what you need to know about it possible failures…

A very wide offer of motors

Puma offers a a number of engines that can be described as multi-energy : diesel, gasoline, microhybrid and ethanol ! On the diesel side, it is equipped with a 1.5 EcoBlue unit with a capacity of 120 horsepower, combined with a 6-speed manual transmission. For gasoline engines, the three-cylinder 1.0 EcoBoost with a capacity of 125 and 155 horsepower is equipped with a 48 V micro-hybridization. They can be paired with a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed automatic. The 125-horsepower version doesn’t offer a hybrid system, but it does compatible with bioethanol. It is available only in manual transmission. Finally, three-cylinder 1.5 EcoBoost with a capacity of 200 horsepower reserved for the ST sport trim and is the most powerful engine in the assortment.

A few tablet errors…and that’s it!

Imagine that Ford Puma, has no major problems or crashes since launch! And it is quite rare to emphasize this! Taking over the platform, engines and its main technical aspects fiesta’s little sisterPuma avoided common problems models created from scratch. Its only major innovation was the 48V mild hybridization offered on the 1.0 EcoBoost engine. Despite this, no issues have been reported with this. The only thing worth noting: some errors on the touchpad dedicated to information and entertainment systems. But nothing that can’t be reprogrammed in a garage. So the Puma is a rare thing that doesn’t have any breakdowns. This explains, among other things, what he does full box in France and Europe!