Ford Puma ST 2021 Review - The Hottest Compact Crossover?
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- Опубликовано: 25 июл 2024
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Having made the standard version of its small Puma crossover pretty sporty to drive, Ford couldn't resist releasing this top ST version, complete with the livelier 1.5-litre EcoBoost turbo engine from the fiendish Fiesta ST hot hatch. In this case, what's delivered is a car the family driving enthusiast will find easier to justify. Few small SUVs could keep it in sight on a twisty road.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
00:40 Background
01:31 Driving Experience
04:46 Design & Build
11:55 Market & Model Range
17:02 Cost of Ownership
19:50 Summary
Background
For Ford, 'ST' is an evocative badge - and one that enthusiasts have flocked to for decades with fast Fiesta and Focus hit hatches. But does it belong on an SUV? Well it belongs on this one. The Puma was always developed with this quick variant in mind and in ST form, the Ford Performance team have done a really thorough job in further evolving what were already very impressive drive dynamics.
It doesn't just go faster than the standard model either. You can get the power down more easily too, thanks to a whole range of handling and suspension changes. Sounds promising. Small SUVs haven't to date been very engaging to drive. But we think that this one might just buck the trend.
Driving Experience
Properly sporty versions of supermini-based small SUVs are surprising rare, especially when they're engineered as well as this one. As you'd expect, this car borrows much from its Fiesta ST showroom stablemate, including its lively 1.5-litre EcoBoost turbo engine, though that unit's been tweaked here for extra torque, so as to compensate for this little crossover's extra 100kgs of weight. As a result, this top Puma is able to match the Fiesta ST's 0-62mph time of 6.7s (which is just a second behind a Focus ST). The top speed is 137mph and active exhaust valve technology amplifies the naturally sporty three-cylinder engine sound too.
Lots of other Ford Performance engineering changes feature here in a bid to give this fast Puma some real handling credibility. An optimised chassis features bespoke twist-beam, anti-roll bar and damper configurations. Plus steering response is 25% faster and the brakes are 17% larger than the standard Puma. Specially-developed Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres also help deliver the most agile Ford SUV driving experience yet, plus thick front and rear anti-roll bars add to cornering stability.
Whatever your final choice of spec, you'll immediately notice how firmly this car rides the bumps - inevitably as the rear suspension has been stiffened by 50% - but you could live with it on the commute and at cruising speeds, this ST feels much like any normal Puma. Like any ordinary variant in this model line, the ST version features selectable Drive Modes, including a 'Sport' setting (accessible via this bespoke steering wheel button) and a special 'Race Track' option.
Design and Build
The Puma's sporty styling - including a sloping roof line silhouette and pronounced wheel arches - lends itself to the more extreme design of this ST variant. A Ford Performance-embossed splitter is integrated into the front bumper to increase front end downforce by almost 80% for greater stability and traction. The large rear roof spoiler also supports optimised aerodynamics, with a distinctive diffuser incorporated into the rear bumper. Signature ST upper and lower grilles are designed to deliver increased engine cooling capability.
The interior is equally charismatic; even before entering, standard power-foldable door mirrors project the ST logo onto the ground when unlocking. Inside, heated, bolstered Recaro sports seats - embossed with the ST logo and finished in grippy Miko Dinamica material - hold driver and front passenger firmly in place. Ford Performance skid plates, a flat-bottomed leather steering wheel and an ST gear knob also feature.
Otherwise, it's just as in any other Puma. Which means you get a digital instrument cluster screen and the usual SYNC 3 centre stack infotainment screen with 'Apple CarPlay' and 'Android Auto' compatibility and an incorporated premium B&O sound system. Out back, there's a reasonably comfortable space for a couple adults. And you get a decent 456-litre boot, with an 80-litre recessed well beneath the floor (the Ford 'MegaBox').
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Would you buy a Ford Puma ST?
Yes......picking mine up this Friday👍
@@greavste71 😎
Only in green, otherwise apart from wheels , externally looks the same as st line series . Considering the extra £8000, more than x edition. Got to have slip diff option.( performance pack). Another must have pan roof.
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Great car but lot money of it… fiesta st is better…
Great review, really nice car love the looks . It would be really nice if it was sold inNorth American .
Well done guys n gals! I've looked into buying one because of your review.
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My mum has the 155bhp 1ltr one in ST line spec. It would be interesting to hear what mpg you get in comparison if you buy the ST, I bet it's similar in eco mode.
Some younger family can get everything with this package performance,kompakt size,modern look and today trendy crossover look but in my 50 i can see myself in Puma more than some bully BMW or Merc
That's great to hear, Tom. Are you interested in getting a Puma soon?
@@OsvUkVehicleSupply yes i am,now i drive focus mk3.5 and Puma with x st line pacakage with 155 or ST is more practical with size.
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A great Ford Puma St for Boston, … cool video
Thanks for the great feedback, Fernando! Interested in getting one?
Love one if I could afford it! I'll probably be looking at the ST Line x though. Excellent video by the way.
Thanks Chris, glad you enjoyed it. We would be more than happy to explore your options. You can reach us for a free consultation on 01903 538835. Look forward to hearing from you!
Thank you.
What a cool vehicle....wish Ford would bring to America!!!
We hope so too, Russell! 🤞
Fantastic review on what looks to be a cracking motor. How much would one of these cost on pcp ??🤔
Hey Scott, our team will be happy to answer any questions and explore pricing and specs. Get in touch with us on 01903 538835 or click here to book a call at a convenient time - bit.ly/3soFVbF
Great review.
But the car needs to change: 1. Adopt styling from Fiesta. 2. Needs legacy simplified five spoke wheels. 3. 4WD standard.
Can this be a daily, Im in my mid 40s and UK roads are pitted to hell, I need suspension compliance?
How stiff if this?
Hi Busby, the Puma has a firmer, sportier ride than the majority of vehicles in its class which means you'll feel the impact of light undulations around town more so than softer rivals. Feel free to give our team a call on 01903 538835 if you need a hand finding your perfect next car 👍📞
A "sport" button is like the old days when HiFi amplifiers had a "loud" button. Are the WLTP figures with the sport mode? If not how is it different to VW diesel scandal where they had a defeat switch?
Sport mode is a strange one for economy. My theory is is eco or normal mode, the power is artificially restricted so you need to press the accelerator harder to maintain speeds, whereas in sport mode it just means you have all available power, thus less throttle pressure is required to maintain the same speeds which I reckon uses less fuel. I have a Cooper S. I use sport mode on motorways and find economy the same as if I used normal mode. Only use for non sport modes is round town, the steering is usually lighter.
Ford need to give the Kuga this treatment!
I own the Puma ST, but I suspect it will be the last ‘ST’ in a very long time. True for most hot hatches, so if you want one.. now is the time.
All be stuck at bottom of my village hill with 2wd...my x8 sails up the hill 4wd
This or a 155 st line puma ?.
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11:25 nobody wishes that. 99% of people would never consider changing a tyre on a new car. They would call the breakdown people, in fact it's illegal to change a tyre on the motorway hard shoulder anyway. Besides it still has the foam inflator thing for your tyre to get you home.
Looks like Porsche
Yes, after a few pints
@@oddities-whatnot it's not that ugly
I like the look of these but the Ecoboost engines have issues and many independent mechanics outside the Ford dealership won't touch them. Ford need to ditch this engine and produce something a lot more reliable.
Its just another PCP fashion car. Cars like this are all designed to be traded in after two or three years. Makes no sense to keep doing that yet the proliferation of makes and models available will ensure the buying public will continue to prop up the motor industry, while at the same time buyers will keep losing money hand over fist in the process. Why not buy one good car that does everything you need instead of wasting money changing them all the time ? Its ridiculous.
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