2021 Ford Puma in-depth review - the best small SUV to buy?

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The Puma name has been revived for Ford’s latest small SUV, which has irked some fans of the 90s coupe that wore the badge first. But with an unmistakable design, a raised ride-height, sporty driving dynamics and frugal petrol engines, the latest Puma has plenty to offer. Should you pick one over rival models such as the Renault Captur or Peugeot 2008? Nicola Hume delivers the Carbuyer verdict.
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@lewisjohnston6831 3 жыл бұрын

Wow that's the first video of yours I've seen. Fabulous job, informative and professional. May we see many more

@carbuyer 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it, Lewis. Many more to come!

@patricknl7845 3 жыл бұрын

We own a Puma Titanium X First Edition in metropolitan white 125hp mild hybrid here in Holland. It has all the kit you want. It's a nice smal family car. We love the big washable boot space and the washable seat covers, specially with kids. We think it's a smart car to buy. We're really happy with it.

@ainalrami 3 жыл бұрын

I bought it two days ago. it is very attractive, have good specs and likes to move eagerly 👍

@MrFdfdffdf 3 жыл бұрын

Very good job reviewing. Looking forward for more.

@giannisdiamantopoulos2747 3 жыл бұрын

She is better reviewing cars... So keep her as the main reviewer

@xiropigado 2 жыл бұрын

And she is easy on the eye

@honestjohn6222 3 жыл бұрын

Great review, thank you !

@marcopozzoli4541 Жыл бұрын

Really exhaustive and very complete video. Very, very good ! P.S. amazing and very sympathic Nicola !!!

@johnk4940 3 жыл бұрын

A good and fast presentation! I noticed you' ve also covered (in 3 words!) the introduction of the new CVT7/mHev. Indeed, it was a very "compressed" description of PUMA. Not that you missed some important points but I would enjoy it being more analytical!

@ski808 3 жыл бұрын

Wow I really like this girl! Bucket loads of personality, interesting opinions and angles, and she connects with the audience. She certainly did with me. Breath of fresh air, keep it up, and more please! Nice car too

@carbuyer 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@harryballsacky 2 жыл бұрын

STALKER

@Oolon_Colluphid 2 жыл бұрын

Our second is on the way. St Line to ST Line X. Left a Mk8 Fiesta ST for our current model and very happy with it. Does all you need. No slouch, and loads of space.

@mickyeverton 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation, great delivery!! Many Thanks, Peace From London. 👍👍

@carreviewsbyma7457 3 жыл бұрын

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@carnut2chris336 3 жыл бұрын

What’s happened to the massaging seats, the puma was fitted with these before but don’t see anybody mentioning them?

@ulverop 3 жыл бұрын

For me, the real deal breaker on any car trying to be an SUV is the lack of four wheel drive. If I buy a taller car, some of the point is being able to go a bit off road, and while these things might take me further than a regular car, they'll soon get stuck... I live in the north of Norway btw. Not lacking slippery climbs in the winter...

@davidrumming4734 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Honda CR-V would trump the new Puma on this point alone.

@brythonicman3267 2 жыл бұрын

I was all set to go for the ST Viginale auto, as from the many reviews it ticked all the boxes i.e. performance on the 155 bhp engine which also has plenty of torque, good handling, high spec and a decent size boot for a small car as well as good looks. However when I went to my local Ford dealership, I was put off by the driving position no matter how I played around with the seats and steering wheel I couldn't get the driving position I was comfortable with. I'm, average size 5'10 and not fat or slim but somehow I think Ford have missed out here. A shame as I really wanted to like the car, but unfortunately I'm still looking.

@scm6668 3 жыл бұрын

LOVED this video. I'll definitely subscribe! Thank you :)

@pomerau 3 жыл бұрын

Good presenting. Drain plug in the boot well forgotten?

@sgregorybird 3 жыл бұрын

I honestly wish they'd replace the Ecosport with the Puma in the US. Badly wanted the new Focus hatchback here but I would concede to a "crossover" if it looked like that.

@cliffgreenhalgh5008 5 ай бұрын

Hi, would you know the size of a space saver wheel for this car .18 “ alloys on my StT line I am finding it difficult to find one. Thank you.

@jamiep61 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed watching the Video Review. A very nice 👍 SUV

@george-florinconstantin4141 3 жыл бұрын

I have the StLineX, I have had 2 of the original Pumas. The new one, even if it is controversial, is a worthy successor to the '90s sports coupe. I absolutely love it. It looks awesome, it handles great, it is cheap but well equipped.

@kevhippo 3 жыл бұрын

Why do so many video car reviews use the top spec model which usually sells the least? Test the one that’s likely to be the choice of the most buyers.

@ninaakari5181 2 жыл бұрын

This!

@nigelgordon4329 3 жыл бұрын

Percy Puma love it well done excellent review. I enjoy this lady’s reviews very informative and fun.

@clairefraserbavin4027 3 жыл бұрын

Could you tell me how tall you are please? I'm about5'5", and was wondering how well I'd fit in the drivers' seat. Thanks!

@davemilner7965 Жыл бұрын

Really love the look of these and after watching this review have test driven a 1 litre MHEV ST line X really great an was surprised how effortless and fun to drive it was. Not 100% sure I’d swap my Boxster S for it but it came very close

@POTIS1 2 жыл бұрын

YOURE VERY GOOD REVIEWER...IM FROM GREECE AND I UNDERSTOOD YOUR CLEAR ENGLISH PERFECT!

@carbuyer 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@richardmcbroom3925 3 жыл бұрын

Good informative and personable review, quite enjoyed it....... the camera editing though..... sweet Jesus..... you end up focusing on it which takes away from a great review

@az958 3 жыл бұрын

Good Review. Thanks

@carbuyer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@mohamedihsaanhuzain133 3 жыл бұрын

Stating his or her height on interior review will be helpful

@cactus3796 3 жыл бұрын

why is this review months late compared to other review channels ???

@patbreitkopf2351 2 жыл бұрын

hopping to testdrive it very soon In Öhringen

@ConstructiveMinds100 Жыл бұрын

You have talent girl. Plus very plesent voice and great modulation of it. Keep up good work.

@graemeq613 3 жыл бұрын

I bought the ST-X about 6 months ago. Great car, really nice to drive and decent amount of toys. The self park is actually really good (my street is parallel parking only)

@carbuyer 3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more! The self-parking tech is like witchcraft!

@graemeq613 3 жыл бұрын

@@carbuyer I only use it when I look at a space and think 'the car can fit in there, I just can't do it' and as if by magic, self parking sorts it :)

@unskeptable 2 жыл бұрын

@@graemeq613 How is your experience ith the car so far ?

@brobiv2452 6 ай бұрын

Is it still good after 2 years

@graemeq613 6 ай бұрын

I'd say yes. We don't have ours any more (purely due to the company car offering and cost) but we've an Evoque now and the Puma is a far better car

@davidjvulgar 2 жыл бұрын

Had one today while my Fiesta was being serviced I loved it I Didn"t want my Fiesta back.

@rafapazos06 3 жыл бұрын

Best reviewer. Period.

@christiankansichi6622 3 жыл бұрын

In the words of Preach from 'Aba & Preach': Who are you talking to?!

@thomasharrison6367 3 жыл бұрын

Great video but as for Ford re-marketing the spare wheel space as extra storage is stretching it a bit! Having had a tyre blow out on the side of the busy A27 which couldn’t be repaired with the obligatory tin of tyreweld my preference is for a spare tyre and not somewhere to store my golf clubs vertically!

@leemingmerlin 3 жыл бұрын

Mine has a spare tyre and still got the box!

@atharhashmi5762 5 ай бұрын

good work

@engstromhoward8776 3 жыл бұрын

I love you guys dont forget me.. happy Christmas ..

@oiyou5870 3 жыл бұрын

Puma looks great in grey, nice.

@carbuyer 3 жыл бұрын

It does! Even better in the metal, we think.

@dorianwright6854 Жыл бұрын

Excellent car. Really is top value, with all the kit and tech you need and the way it drives. I had a titanium, only grip I would say is the front seats (all are heated with massage function) are very uncomfortable on a long drive (But the STLINE X should combat that i suspect) . But apart from that well recommended small family car.

@kevingregson3805 3 жыл бұрын

FFS LOOK AT THE CAMERA!

@alanwayte432 3 жыл бұрын

She is numpty

@jamesmccormack3229 3 жыл бұрын

Another great review, I really like this car, Ford have done well. However all u on line reviewers need to stop calling it an SUV, the focus and even the Sandera stepway has better ground clearance! Call it wat is it, its its hatch back car, its just a new model of fiesta.

@Najeebster 3 жыл бұрын

didn't say much about the infotainment system, that's pretty important nowadays

@testtester2911 3 жыл бұрын

Don’t know about Puma but I like the couger

@kingoneeyed3433 3 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh I saw what you did there.

@testtester2911 3 жыл бұрын

@@Akimfalkoff cheers mate could not ask for a better compliment, good lad.

@kingoneeyed3433 3 жыл бұрын

@@testtester2911 Ahhhh I see what you did there again.

@leroileroi9787 3 жыл бұрын

I came for this comment, not dor the car! 😆

@ramonjoseemiliodaniels8069 2 жыл бұрын

🤣😂

@Shorrocks1987 3 жыл бұрын

My old puma was called Percy too!

@jg2627 3 жыл бұрын

There are integrated roof rails! I have them. You need to spec it on the order.

@chakawhyte5753 3 жыл бұрын

I struggle with why anyone would buy the Vignale trim And to those complain about the cutaways....chill

@davidjack3 2 жыл бұрын

Hiya ! Its not 4wd though,so not useful when theres snow so a missed opportunity?in Scotland its a no way for me

@spinner4698 3 жыл бұрын

Not keen on the overuse of looking away from the camera but a good review and reviewer otherwise

@lawlelo Жыл бұрын

The boot is defiantly impressive 😊

@davidetozzi1647 3 жыл бұрын

I definately would

@christiankansichi6622 3 жыл бұрын

There is way too much fluff in this video that it's actually distracted from the car. You talk about the interior for a good 3 minutes but you were so obsessed with showing off fancy close-up camera work, that you actually did not show how the front interior actually looks. How?

@travelmehmet 3 жыл бұрын

I have just placed an order for a new one. Long waiting time though, won’t get it till Nov-Dec

@decnijfkris3706 2 жыл бұрын

sells very slowly here, but it sells. Ford lowered its price already but you'll see them not too much riding. I personally like the car. If I needed urgently a new car I would do the Titanium in dark blue. Nice finished and good quality Ford. They could do a STRIPE like they do with the Mustang. It is simple a VW Golf costs 3000 euros more.

@Trebor2024 2 жыл бұрын

Why the odd camera angles? Please look at the camera, viewers are not over to one side!

@shuttayerface503 Жыл бұрын

f you want the 153bhp version with an auto 'box, you'll have to specify the top-spec ST-Line Vignale or Vivid Ruby Edition

@alcoholiday6954 3 жыл бұрын

The Ford Ecosport is actually pronounced Echosport for some reason, probably embarrassed to call it otherwise. I have the Puma ST-Line X and think it is a great car, only done 150 miles in it up to now though.

@rafflesnh 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, her pronunciation is a bit rubbish. Also, Vignale is pronounced Vin_yah_lee.

@stephenosun745 3 жыл бұрын

The review was okay, but the camera angle during the shoot was not up to the standard that I am used to seeing on Carbuyer reviews. The interior of the car, especially the front dashboard was not comprensively covered. But the presenter nontheless did a good review

@qrashad9568 2 жыл бұрын

I remember those back seat days..

@robertsmuggles6871 2 жыл бұрын

This segment has been around since 2011 when BMW punted the X1. BMW were not happy it sold well because it threatened the beautiful saloon cars they are famous for. They sold almost a million E84s. Mazda's CX5 also been around for 10 years. The Puma has poor forward visibility and sitting in the cabin feels like being shut in a cupboard. There are no front quaterlights to reduce the blindspots - as you find in the Lexus UX and the Subaroo XV. Also the seats have very high sides which make getting in and out ridiculously awkward. I was hoping to test drive this car but the initial 'sit-in' a the dealership was so bad I won't bother. Shame - it is a nice looking motor.

@kristians2704 3 жыл бұрын

Can we see a compersion test between the Peugeot 2008, Renault Captur, Ford Puma and Skoda Kamiq? Maybe even the Mazda CX30

@carbuyer 3 жыл бұрын

We're hoping to do a few group tests this year, and small SUVs seems like a good place to start! Stay tuned.

@michaeldean7220 11 ай бұрын

It's a tall Fiesta that's been down the gym and too many features that come as standard with competitors are extra. On the positive the styling is nice as is the innovative boot box

@drivesafely12 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure which I found most entertaining, or maybe I do. The car looks good...

@wayfaringcookie8142 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing better than viewing the side of a presenters head whilst they talk to another camera. C’mon CarBuyer sort it out.

@HugoParedes 3 жыл бұрын

Yes please

@georgedowns4034 3 жыл бұрын

it rly is not a big deal. Can't u just ignore it?

@wayfaringcookie8142 3 жыл бұрын

I can ignore it, but it does the presenter an injustice. She is capable of entertaining us without the editors trying to be fancy. Constructive feedback = better videos.

@georgedowns4034 3 жыл бұрын

@@wayfaringcookie8142 I see ur point and tbh I don't think Carbuyer is ever going to be good as Carwow but it is slowly but surely getting slightly better as the years go on...

@christiankansichi6622 3 жыл бұрын

@@georgedowns4034 It's possible. Autotrader used to be non existant on KZfaq and turned it around in about a year. But I don't think carbuyer has found the formula yet. This is not it.

@Mogsy28uk 3 жыл бұрын

good review Nicola, Ford need to brighten up the interiors, instead of only black on every model, Magnetic is good colour for sure. ST version should be good, if they fix the tight Recaro seat bolsters. As usual, high costs and Ford finance limitations let it down across the board, with rivals offering better deals.

@leemingmerlin 3 жыл бұрын

The Titanium interior on mine is NOT al black....the roofline is white!

@priscripzionz 3 жыл бұрын

Just love your accent,oh yea it's a great car 🙂

@argon3329 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing front lamps and beautiful rear bumper. Exiting and feels good in the hands. Would love to test drive and go through the box.

@TheFacilitiesOfficer 2 жыл бұрын

The car isn't that bad either :)

@coaldust01 2 жыл бұрын

You and me both mate 😉

@harryballsacky 2 жыл бұрын

TAKE THE SKIN BOAT TO TUNA TOWN...?....THROWIN THE HOTDOG DOWN THE HALLWAY....?

@fernandogarza4115 3 жыл бұрын

When would it come to TEXAS

@POTIS1 2 жыл бұрын

05:00 OPA...THE BOOT IS 456+80 LITERS MEGABOX= 536 LITERS OR 456-80 LITERS 376 LITERS (IF I PUT A SPARE WHEEL IN THE MEGA BOX).?

@jeffchristie1541 3 жыл бұрын

Omg how good is she ! Excellent job informative very professional and cute what more do you want.

@Shaz6999 2 жыл бұрын

Great presentation,informative..l love it! Glad this video focused on the CAR and not the female presenter..good job 😉

@carbuyer 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 👍

@wsyoo77 3 жыл бұрын

is this kia sportage?

@markullyett 2 жыл бұрын

Just test drove one.my 2017 Astra 1.0 ecoflex blinds it. I was suprised

@niguel4438 3 жыл бұрын

What about prices?

@D230261 3 жыл бұрын

In this day and age heated seats and steering wheel should be standard on all trim levels...

@leemingmerlin 3 жыл бұрын

Why do you need those? Get real!

@D230261 3 жыл бұрын

@@leemingmerlin Because in some countries its freezing cold in winter...

@frommars9043 2 жыл бұрын

456 liters of boot space in total?

@adrianmaycroft6483 2 жыл бұрын

What's the road tax please?

@PSVitaFan 3 жыл бұрын

Not coming to the U.S.A. I'll never understood why certain vehicles aren't released everywhere Everyone loves SUV's and the vehicle would definitely sell here in America The Ford Nugget is another example Van life is big here and so is RV sales the Nugget would sell to a lot of different age groups Doesn't Ford like to make money?

@themanipulator1 3 жыл бұрын

I like your reviews, your very attractive and engaging and it makes watching the reviews a job.

@trimley 3 жыл бұрын

Refreshing presentation - cut the ads near the end

@carbuyer 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it, David. We can't control the ads, unfortunately! They're generated automatically when the video is monetised. Keep watching - we've got loads of great reviews to come.

@akubel33t 3 жыл бұрын

I highly recommend KZfaq premium (if you can) the channels you love to watch get more ££/$$ from Premium viewers than ads :)

@Kefas9000 2 жыл бұрын

9:43 track ?

@welding400 Жыл бұрын

Vibrates like piston slap or piston knock everytime yta take off and got to floor it to make it go 80 to 100. Inconsistent power.but part from that nice car to drive

@margaretbarry4689 Жыл бұрын

I called mine Uma...as in Thurman. Uma the puma 🤣😅🤣

@ewenbruce5851 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like somebody got some new video editing software for Xmas and wants to try out all the features

@rafapazos06 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder what else you named Persie.

@SD-cs1ti 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe, with the 2008 I'would say

@savedfaves Жыл бұрын

Interesting suggestion about wanting colour on the interior. I prefer a clean look. No colour on the interior for me. Bit annoying in the UK where you get a Qi wireless phone charger as standard, but in Ireland we have to option it. Also, why no Qi charger option on the Fiesta or Focus? Frankly, I want not just one Qi charger up front, but two like all Teslas have. Passenger and driver need to charge, yo. Just checked: many features you just listed are not on the Irish ST Line X model, and some aren't even an option such as leather seats, etc. UK cars get some many more options as standard. I think those in the market for one in Ireland should consider importing it from the UK. Since Brexit I'm unsure what that would mean, but the UK get such a better car for the money. Hmm...

@eattherich9215 Жыл бұрын

@8:42, one litre for such a large car? Is this a thing now? I can't afford one anyway, but I do think the back looks nice.

@MultiPorkpie 3 жыл бұрын

Bring back the FORD EDGE

@letsberealistic2288 2 жыл бұрын

No reverse camera what a let down.

@misterjibril6528 8 ай бұрын

Cant unsee the frog now

@damianroddis4301 2 жыл бұрын

If it had decent build quality be great just don’t like the quality inside plus not great on fuel really so went for a updated CHR which beats the ford on build and economy plus looks better in my eyes still a nice car though

@watchalot919 Жыл бұрын

Nice enough, but for a similar price you can buy a Kia Niro Hybrid which is bigger and better. My 3 version has leather upholstery, and almost every available extra, what's more it is averaging 57mpg

@abdelmoneim3796 3 жыл бұрын

I have two fords and rent the third a while ago. And i drive Mercedes mostly. Ford is a fantastic car that MUST MUST MUST solve the extra rough ride and rough interior. If the shocking absorbers are airmatic and the interior is covered in more touch friendly materials, it would be rival for big germans.