CarGurus expert rating: 5 out of 5
CarGurus user rating: 4.6 out of 5
Percentage of good/great deals available on CarGurus: 42.1%
Overall CarGurus rating:* 4.6 out of 5
Available Listings: Around 1,000
Average Price: Around £9,000

Ford Puma SUV Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Very practical, especially the big boot	Rear headroom could be more generous
Generous standard equipment	Short new-car warranty
Choice of petrol and electric versions	Some electric rivals offer longer ranges

Quick Summary

The Ford Puma is a compact SUV that has become the UK's best-selling car, combining style, practicality and driving enjoyment. At around 4.2 metres long, it competes with rivals such as the Hyundai Kona, Nissan Juke and Volkswagen T-Cross. Despite its small size, the Puma is one of the most practical in its class, featuring a 456-litre boot with a clever MegaBox compartment beneath the floor adding 80 litres of waterproof storage. It's also widely regarded as one of the best small SUVs to drive, especially the sporty ST variant, with a crisp-handling front-wheel-drive chassis powered by a turbocharged 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine.

The Puma range now includes a fully electric Gen-E version alongside popular petrol models, offering 233 miles of range and 165bhp. Both versions feature generous standard equipment, including a new 12.0-inch touchscreen with SYNC 4 infotainment, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Running costs are supermini-like, with petrol versions achieving 48-52mpg and CO2 emissions between 121-135g/km. The electric Gen-E includes five years of free servicing and 10,000 miles of free charging, making it one of the most affordable electric family cars to run. All versions fall below £40,000, avoiding the additional VED premium.

Best for: Buyers seeking a practical, fun-to-drive compact SUV with excellent equipment, families wanting a spacious boot, and those considering an affordable electric vehicle option.

Not ideal for: Those prioritising maximum rear headroom, buyers seeking extended new-car warranties, or those needing the longest electric range available in the class.


Comparison vs Key Rivals



The Verdict

You should buy the Puma if: You seek a practical, fun-to-drive compact SUV with excellent equipment, need a spacious boot, or are considering an affordable electric vehicle option.

Consider alternatives if: You prioritise maximum rear headroom, require extended new-car warranties, or need the longest electric range available in the class.

Competitive Position: The Ford Puma stands out as a real highlight in the compact crossover segment, offering distinctive character, value for money and sporty driving manners. Whilst rivals like the Volkswagen T-Cross match it on user ratings and the Hyundai Kona impresses with practicality, the Puma excels with its superior expert rating, generous equipment levels and choice of efficient petrol or electric powertrains. Its lively 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine, class-leading boot space and smart 2025 facelift make it one of the strongest all-rounders in a competitive class. Small wonder it's the UK's best-selling car.

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*The Overall CarGurus rating: that informs these recommendations is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 2026, CarGurus expert reviews, and CarGurus user reviews.