Ford Puma – a historical model, iconic for the American manufacturer. It was actually launched in 1997 as a small two-door coupe. In 2019, it returned to the market as a small SUV. That quickly seduced consumers. Although its sporty design resembles the original coupe, Puma is based on the technology of the small Fiesta. With similar engines and chassis. It was a great success as an alternative to the Ecosport, which did not find its audience in Europe. The fault lies in its simple style and low cost, as it was originally intended for developing countries. In France and Europe, Ford Puma became the brand’s bestseller. So much so that the legendary Fiesta was removed from the catalog.

For all tastes

Ford Puma offers a variety of multi-energy engines, including diesel, gasoline, micro-hybrid and ethanol engines. For engines diesel, it is equipped with a 120-horsepower 1.5 EcoBlue unit, which is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. Engines essencemeanwhile, include a three-cylinder 1.0 EcoBoost with a capacity of 125 and 155 horsepower, equipped with 48V microhybridization and is available with a 6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic transmission. The 125-horsepower version doesn’t have a hybrid system, but it does compatible with bioethanol and can only work with a manual transmission. Finally, the most powerful engine is a three-cylinder 1.5 EcoBoost with a capacity of 200 horsepower, designed for the sporty ST trim.. It was recently accompanied by the Puma ST ‘Powershift’, which offers an even sportier driving experience with a 170bhp micro-hybrid petrol engine.

Electric Puma of 2024

But Puma will really cause a stir with an electric version due in 2024.. After the Mustang Mach-E and electric Explorer, this will be the third electric SUV for Ford. Like any model adapted from a thermal version, the changes will be minor. The grille will become full, the discs will also contribute to aerodynamics. The headlights will change very slightly, as well as the interior. At the technical level, it will restore the 136-horsepower electric unit recently introduced by the Transit Courier.. At least because he could get four-wheel drive with two motors. Ford could choose to equip it with a electric “sport” version, style “ST EV”. It has to happen during 2024but may be introduced later this year…