2021 Ford Puma Review

July 19, 2021

Ford Puma smashes it out of the park as a technologically advanced small SUV with space and a fun driving characteristic.

What we love about the Ford Puma:

• High level of standard equipment
• Engaging and fun driving experience
• Clever storage solutions

The base-level Ford Puma is a little pricier than many of its light SUV rivals, but it comes equipped with some neat features as standard.

You do feel as if you’re getting a good value with features such as satellite navigation, wireless phone charging, auto high beam, rain-sensing wipers, LED ambient interior lighting, digital radio, and some nifty LED puddle lamps that display a puma cat.

There are also 17-inch alloy wheels, an 8.0-inch Sync 3 infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as swanky massage seats – certainly an oddity at this price point.

The entire Puma range is powered by a 92kW/170Nm 1.0-litre, three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Power is sent to the front wheels.

The interior space of the new Ford Puma is a modern, functional space with a suite of neat features and cool tech. Cloth upholstery adorns the seats, which feels robust and built to last the distance (not to mention features a cool design), while the seats themselves are firm and supportive – especially around the shoulders.

There’s no doubt that the Ford Puma is a worthy addition to the segment. It’s the best, actually – hence taking out the segment win as Drive Car of the Year, best light SUV category.

It moves the game on in terms of interior presentation, in-cabin technology and useable space. It’s also a handy little steer that should have drivers smiling and passengers comforted – be it around town or on the open road.

The Ford Puma is a fun-loving type of car that, although priced at the higher end of the scale, will have owners feeling justified in their decision to pay that bit extra.

This article originally featured on drive.com.au and can be viewed here.