Ford Puma

1.0 ECOBOOST 125 HP

General Overview

The Ford Puma ST-Line is a five-door compact crossover that combines sporty styling, practical everyday usability, and a dynamic driving character. The vehicle provides seating for five passengers and uses a conventional internal-combustion petrol powertrain with front-wheel drive (FWD). This particular specification is equipped with the 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine producing 125 HP.

Engine & Performance

The vehicle is powered by Ford's 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine, with a displacement of 999 cc and an inline three-cylinder configuration. The engine uses a turbocharger and direct fuel injection, together with a DOHC cylinder-head design and four valves per cylinder. It produces a maximum output of 125 HP, and develops 170 Nm of maximum torque.

The engine incorporates variable valve timing and cylinder-deactivation technology. Under light-load driving conditions, the system can temporarily deactivate one cylinder to reduce fuel consumption and then reactivate it when additional power is required.

Transmission & Drivetrain

Power is delivered through a 7-speed PowerShift automatic transmission and sent to the front wheels through a front-wheel-drive system. The manual transmission uses a conventional clutch operated by the driver's clutch pedal, providing direct control over the engine's power delivery and allowing the driver to select the appropriate gear according to road and driving conditions.

Chassis & Suspension

The Puma ST-Line features a chassis setup designed to provide a balance between everyday comfort and sporty handling. Compared with more comfort-oriented Puma specifications, the ST-Line receives a sport-tuned suspension setup, providing firmer damping, improved body control, reduced body roll and a more responsive driving character.

At the front, the vehicle uses an independent MacPherson strut suspension system with coil springs, shock absorbers and a front anti-roll bar. At the rear, it uses a twist-beam rear suspension system with coil springs and shock absorbers. Steering is provided through an electrically assisted steering system, with a steering column adjustable for both height and reach.

Braking System

The braking system uses ventilated disc brakes at the front and disc brakes at the rear, supported by a range of electronic braking and stability systems. These include Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Electronic Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), traction control and Hill Start Assist.

Wheels & Tyres

The ST-Line is equipped with sporty 17-inch alloy wheels, featuring a five-twin-spoke design and a black/machined finish. The typical tyre specification for this configuration is 215/55 R17, providing a balance between road grip, steering response, ride comfort and visual appearance. The vehicle is also equipped with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

Exterior Design

The exterior of the Puma ST-Line features a sportier appearance than the standard Puma versions. The front end incorporates an ST-Line-specific front bumper and grille design, together with a sport-style lower section and ST-Line badging. LED daytime running lights and LED rear lamps contribute to the vehicle's modern lighting signature, while additional lighting features such as automatic headlights and front fog lamps may vary according to the exact market specification.

Along the sides, the vehicle features electrically adjustable exterior mirrors, heated mirrors and integrated turn indicators, with power-folding mirrors available depending on specification. The rear of the vehicle features a larger body-coloured rear spoiler, an ST-Line-specific rear bumper with a sporty lower diffuser-style section, LED rear lamps and dedicated Puma and ST-Line badging.

Interior Design

The interior of the Puma ST-Line follows the same sporty theme as the exterior. The cabin features a predominantly dark interior environment with a dark headliner, ST-Line-specific detailing and red stitching used throughout selected interior components.

The driver is provided with a leather-trimmed flat-bottom sports steering wheel, featuring red stitching and multifunction controls. The manual transmission is fitted with a sport-style gearshift knob with aluminium detailing and a specially finished gearshift boot. Additional sporty interior elements can include metallic-style pedal finishes and ST-Line-specific trim details.

Seats & Passenger Space

The Puma ST-Line features five seats, with the front passengers benefiting from sports-style seats designed to provide additional lateral support during cornering. The driver's seat provides manual adjustment and manual lumbar support, while the front and rear seats feature adjustable head restraints.

The rear bench is designed to provide practical passenger accommodation and features a 60/40 split-folding rear backrest, allowing the available cargo area to be expanded when required. ISOFIX mounting points are provided for compatible child seats, while three-point seat belts are provided for the vehicle's seating positions.

Instrument Cluster & Driver Information

Depending on the exact market and equipment specification, the Puma ST-Line can be equipped with a digital instrument cluster displaying important vehicle information such as vehicle speed, engine speed, fuel level, trip information, fuel consumption and driver-assistance information. The driver's display is positioned directly behind the steering wheel to provide essential information without requiring the driver to look away from the road.

Infotainment & Connectivity

The vehicle can be equipped with Ford's SYNC infotainment system, incorporating a touchscreen interface, Bluetooth connectivity, USB connectivity and voice-control functions. Smartphone integration through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allows compatible smartphones to be connected to the vehicle's infotainment system. An integrated navigation system is available depending on the exact equipment specification.

Multifunction controls on the steering wheel allow the driver to operate selected infotainment and vehicle functions without having to remove their hands from the steering wheel.

Climate Control & Convenience

The interior is equipped with a heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system, with the exact climate-control configuration depending on the vehicle's equipment level. Additional convenience equipment can include a heated windscreen, rain-sensing windscreen wipers and automatic headlights.

Other convenience features include electric windows, remote central locking, cruise control and a speed limiter. Exact equipment may vary according to the market, option package and individual vehicle specification.

Parking Assistance

The Puma ST-Line can be equipped with rear parking sensors, helping the driver judge the distance between the vehicle and obstacles while reversing or manoeuvring. Depending on the equipment package, the vehicle can also feature front parking sensors, a rear-view camera and additional parking-assistance functions.

Safety & Driver Assistance

The vehicle incorporates a comprehensive range of active and passive safety systems. Electronic safety systems include ABS, EBD, Electronic Stability Control, traction control and Hill Start Assist.

Depending on specification, the vehicle can also feature Pre-Collision Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking, pedestrian detection, cyclist detection, Lane Keeping Aid and Lane Departure Warning. Additional driver-assistance technologies may include Traffic Sign Recognition, Intelligent Speed Assistance and Driver Alert.

Passive safety equipment includes front airbags, front side airbags and curtain airbags, together with seat-belt pretensioners, ISOFIX child-seat mounting points and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System. Emergency eCall functionality is available depending on the market.

Boot & Storage

One of the distinctive practical features of the Ford Puma is the Ford MegaBox, a deep additional storage compartment located underneath the boot floor. The MegaBox provides approximately 80 litres of additional storage capacity and is designed to be easy to clean, with a drain plug that allows water and dirt to be removed.

The main luggage compartment provides approximately 456 litres of cargo capacity, while folding the rear seats provides substantially more available loading space. Combined with the MegaBox and the various storage compartments throughout the cabin, the Puma offers a high level of practicality for its compact exterior dimensions.

Fuel System & Economy

The vehicle operates on petrol and has a fuel tank capacity of approximately 42 litres. The 1.0 EcoBoost uses turbocharging and direct fuel injection, while the automatic engine Start/Stop system can help reduce fuel consumption during stationary periods.

Depending on the exact wheel and equipment specification, published WLTP combined fuel consumption for the  125 HP configuration can be around 5.9 litres per 100 km. Actual fuel consumption will vary according to driving style, traffic conditions, road type, temperature, tyre pressure, air-conditioning use and vehicle load.

Dimensions

The 2023 Ford Puma ST-Line has an overall length of approximately 4,207 mm, a width of approximately 1,805 mm, and a height of approximately 1,550 mm. The vehicle has a 2,588 mm wheelbase, which contributes to its balance between passenger space, stability and compact exterior dimensions. Ground clearance is approximately 166 mm, providing suitable clearance for normal urban and road use.

Weight & Towing Capacity

Depending on the exact equipment and specification, the vehicle has a kerb weight of approximately 1,200 kg, while the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight can be approximately 1,760 kg. The vehicle can tow a braked trailer of approximately 1,100 kg and an unbraked trailer of approximately 640 kg, although the exact legally permitted figures should always be confirmed against the individual vehicle's VIN and type-approval documentation.

Overall Vehicle Character

The 2023 Ford Puma ST-Line 1.0 EcoBoost 125 HP combines the practicality of a compact crossover with the styling and handling characteristics of Ford's ST-Line range. Its sporty appearance is complemented by a sport-tuned suspension, 17-inch alloy wheels, sports-style seats, a flat-bottom steering wheel, red stitching and ST-Line-specific exterior and interior detailing.