NEW Ford Puma Review: The Best Small SUV Of All?

[@darkpixel_1]

That’s actually the best, most complete, satisfying, enjoyable review of Ford Puma out there!

[@AutoTraderTV]

Thanks Stavros! Be sure to subscribe :)

[@stevenmoore836]

Seriously. That mini putt-putt golf in the boot is hilarious and might make a tail-gate party quite fun.

[@DanielJW247]

Yes, I agree.

[@robiulahmed]

I look forward to next year's GT40 mini van.

[@matejaatanasov5888]

GT-Max?

[@Dino.808]

😥

[@davydutre5531]

Hahaha

[@KILLGAMERSCOOT4LIFE]

With 1 litre eco boost

[@omarawilson2853]

Arm Head don’t. Don’t do that to me😥

[@homoinspirus]

I can't stop thinking it looks like baby Porsche Cayenne or Macan.

[@malcolmpuhawan3695]

Looks more like a frog to me...

[@kelechioden851]

Yea.. the front

[@raresborcea]

It has the head lights from Ford GT, actually...

[@alfrredd]

how is that bad? it's actually pretty nice

[@homoinspirus]

@@alfrredd I didn't say it was bad. I like it.

[@iulianm5592]

Appreciating the fact that you actually demonstrated the boot functionality by buying ice, drinks and even fish.🥳

[@AutoTraderTV]

I like to go the extra mile. -Rory

[@MoneyR236]

AutoTrader isn’t that area usually used for a spare wheel in other cars?

[@lakshmandalpadado9066]

Almost all cars don't have spare tyres. That includes even Luxury SUVs like BMWs and Audi , which is ridiculous. Who wants to go off road without a spare tyre? Not me.

[@UK-Josh]

My dad used the boot as an ice cooler to take some drinks to the park, when he was done he emptied the water out of the compartment. Later on he got critical electric problems with the car. His steering locked up and the car went into limp home mode. The compartment is a gimmick and ford were being cheeky when he tried to return the car. They were refusing him a new car out right and only when he kept on at them did they offer to pay for repairs.

[@gillianmachidi7769]

How did he put all the fish back

[@VengFPV]

"Allow me to show you one of the greatest automotive innovations of the 21st century... not having a spare tire."

[@kalania14]

Veng43 was gonna say the very same thing. Lol

[@martinwyatt5567]

Looked it up can have as £150 option lol bye bye mega box lol

[@bijomattew4915]

😂😂😂lol

[@chx4eva]

I've been driving for 20 years and never ever used my spare tire

[@BleedForTheWorld]

@@chx4eva never hurts to have one, to be honest. Except for mega box feeling sad about it.

[@Capmatix]

I've owned a Puma for one month and just came back from a road trip of nearly 1000km through Swiss Alps. Although the engine might suffer a little bit when it has to climb a mountain road, it is indeed a fun and versatile little car. The "all-terrains" driving mode works well and the boot is very practical (I definitely prefer the Megabox rather than a spare wheel that most of owners will never ever use). You can also effectively get a low fuel consumption if you drive responsibly. Go try the car if you're interested !

[@williamcapnerhurst2867]

Was it a 155 bhp

[@Capmatix]

@@williamcapnerhurst2867 Yes it was!

[@Mifoe.]

How is the car after a year? I'm planning to test drive it next week and I'm cautious of how tough the ride is, because of the "Sports suspencion" on the models I have my eye on. My other options I have my eye on are Skoda Kamiq and Hyundai Beyon.

[@Capmatix]

@@Mifoe. It's alright, I have no major defects to report yet. As for the suspension, I think it's very subjective, depending on what your previous car was, but I wouldn't say the Puma's is too hard.

[@da_great_mogul]

The ST Powershift was the one you should have bought! The extra PS would have made the journey in comfort.

[@TheBigmobe]

This man is good.Even though he drives some on the best cars in the world, he makes a review of the Puma seems as if he is genuinely excited. Shot out to the writers as well

[@devilsrighthandman769]

Cool little suv, bring it to America instead of the ecosport.

[@InfamousWolf89]

Yes please! I currently drive a Honda Fit and since the next Fit isn't coming to America, eventually I will need to get a compact SUV (Hyundai Kona is currently high on the list). However, that is really cool talking about the boot with the drainplug which I think would be an awesome idea for tailgating.

[@devilsrighthandman769]

@@InfamousWolf89 do you think they will actually bring it?

[@davesmith5949]

America can keep its Ecosport. The original 1997 Puma was never sold in America

[@3bomen]

All the cool ford cars don’t come to America

[@bloopbloop2019]

@@3bomen RIGHT!!! 🙄

[@jeffk412]

this man is rapidly becoming my favorite car reviewr! thoughtful, insightful, and engaging. he clearly knows not just cars, but the industry. Cheers!

[@Codestud]

As someone who remembers the old Puma, it's really nice to see it back. I hope this one doesn't rust to buggery like the old ones did.

[@nathanl1461]

Test drove one last night, ordered it today...now obsessing over what journalists think of it 🙈. Top review

[@markjeffers4663]

Did you seriously order one???? Was it that good?? Looks good I think and not out here for another couple of months

[@ambitionsskyyyy]

Should’ve bought a used Porsche 911.

[@steeldevil98]

They are shit mate like All Fords

[@imho4990]

How do you rate it after six months? I ordered a week ago.

[@imho4990]

@@markjeffers4663 I didn't want to buy it, but did it after the test ride. Lots of fun.

[@andreiarama8745]

"one of the greatest innovation" is the removal of the spare wheel ???

[@imho4990]

All manufacturers remove the spare wheel, but you don't get any extra space.

[@BleakBeek]

You're right, not very innovative just removing the spare, however as of mid 2020 the puma's megabox size grew, allowing for a mini spare wheel. I know because i have one. Though regarding the innovation part, giving the onwer the option to choose between more space and a spare wheel is innovative comparing to other models.

[@FreiherrvonWeilberg]

Love the car! But your video is pure quality - great shots, charming presenter and all the info needed

[@klackon1]

I probably sound a little old fashioned, but I would rather have a boot which can hold a spare wheel, than one which can hold a load of ice and a few bottles.

[@e7234]

When i get a puncture i won't need ice and beer ...

[@AIBustos]

I don’t know about you but when I get a puncture I sure ass hell will need a beer

[@AutoTraderTV]

@@AIBustos Facts. -Rory

[@chriskamzol318]

Immediately the extra "Megabox" I thought about Beers and having a Tailgate Party

[@TheSynecdoche]

Actually the Suzuki Xbee has the same feature. It's a small removable bathtub so you can take it out and hose it down after you carried your soiled wellies, or live carp caught at your favourite fishing spot. Nifty anglers, those Japanese.

[@avtomad722]

I was sceptical when I first saw the pics, but now I love it, what a well designed car, it's going to sell loads. Great review too.

[@FlorinC1984]

At the end of 2020, I can agree that it is selling loads.

[@avtomad722]

@@FlorinC1984 Good to hear, I haven't seen many here in Norway so wasn't sure about the real world!

[@ambitionsskyyyy]

Rory you’re the man! Getting addicted to your reviews.. you’ve got a good future ahead of you mate. All the best

[@chloesimms6119]

i bought the ST-Line X First Edition in March and i can honestly say I LOVE this wonderful car Ford really spot on with this one ! :)

[@akshitsaini8790]

Those front headlights reminds me of the Ford GT

[@raionshishi8290]

To me that is a good thing. Knowing my vehicle shares a certain feature with that beautiful work of art is amazing.

[@BharatBharat-jz3vp]

Suzuki swift chalao tum 😆

[@humanperson4605]

That's actually what ford says they're based on.

[@TheAvela]

I hope they replace the ecosport with this in SA

[@TehMr]

Ecosport is a such a mediocre shit car

[@TheM275]

Is SA Seth Efrika?

[@rsa8611]

🇿🇦

[@cameron4907]

I don't think they will bring it to SA, I mean we aren't getting the new Focus 😟

[@TheAvela]

@@cameron4907 we not getting it because they can't sell it because people want suvs or crossovers, this is a crossover, they must scrap the ecosport and bring this beauty.

[@partygremlin2675]

Rory I think you made a mistake. Mustang didn't BECOME an suv, Mach-E is added to the Mustang vehicle lineup. Or Mustang family, whatever, it's something like that

[@Riiiisc]

he knows

[@danielleroux6490]

Ford USA needs to bring this Puma with Manual Transmission to the U.S./North American market. We desperately need a good Ford with manual gearbox in the lineup!

[@GhostOfAMachine]

Too bad too many lazy prople here think that driving a manual is hard work

[@danielleroux6490]

@@GhostOfAMachine Exactly why it's getting harder to find new manual cars here. And Ford makes the some of the best manual transmissions in the world, yet they dropped them from most cars here. For example, the Fusion (Mondeo) and Escape (Kuga) both have manual options in Europe; why not bring them back to us here?! I'd buy a Ford manual car as my daily driver for my next car

[@leoesposito8762]

This is what I'm talking about... Ford has been around for over 100 years and this car is one of there very best..

[@tonyjacques6956]

Great review Rory and it's all spot on. Had ours for 4 months and the megabox is a game changer in a car this size. Lots of people have asked about it. Most compact SUVs have style but compromise on space. I've had 4 people in it plus a set of golf clubs, an upright vacuum cleaner (!) and other luggage. Averages 48mpg (155PS hybrid) and is so much fun to throw around. Hardly anything has a spare wheel now in Europe anyway...........

[@MARCO-rq2ph]

Every body gangstsa with goldfishes until u break a tire

[@ambitionsskyyyy]

What?!

[@TheMnemo95]

This should really come to the US, I think it would do so well.

[@ZambonieDude]

Michael Neamonitakis it looks amazing that alone would sell units. Maybe a 4cyl tho?

[@danielleroux6490]

@@ZambonieDude Actually, the 3-cylinder engine with mild hybrid is ideal to be paired with the excellent 6-speed manual transmission. Ford should bring it to the U.S. with the ~150hp variant. Both the Ecosport and Escape have 3-cylinder engines, why not the Puma?

[@michaelhorgan9525]

There are some within Ford that agree with you.

[@michaelhorgan9525]

@@danielleroux6490 Americans prefer their Automatics.

[@danielleroux6490]

@@michaelhorgan9525 Not all of them, I'm living proof! Ford should offer the option of either a manual or automatic here in the U.S.

[@AdmiralAndy]

Yesterday i picked up my blue Puma ST Line X 155 hp with Design package / 19 inch wheels. Car is very nice and makes a lot of fun 😍. All the assistants working very nice. Great car! Your Video helped me a lot buying this car! Its true what you are saying: the car puts a big smile on your face! Thank you! 😁😁😁😁

[@05p03]

The Megabox...so no space saver wheel then ?

[@FreiherrvonWeilberg]

Vamsi Pabbineedi you don’t need that in Europe

[@easysales2795]

@@FreiherrvonWeilberg y

[@scottgordon6032]

just a kit under the seat

[@leem5894]

Love your reviews Rory, shame you're not on Top Gear anymore. You were great on it but doing a great job on KZbin! Keep it up

[@aMilling]

I currently own a 2018 Feista, and i like it a lot. So this Puma seems like a nice upgrade down the line, or maybe an electric version if that ever happens.

[@johnmatthews3990]

I like it and it's good looking like me. However as a SUV I'd expect it to tow a light caravan like the Swift Basecamp. It cannot as I understand because its maximum tow capacity is 750kg. I am willing to be corrected though.

[@tj_enju]

everthin said about this car in this review is what im looking for in the cars im currently driving... fun, economic, contemporary, practical... thats all of it

[@steveb4012]

Cracking review, great presenter and some nice photography. Well done!

[@AutoTraderTV]

Thanks Steve!

[@JFomo]

This car would look better as a hatchbatch rather than a small suv. How is the engine? The old focus had all kinds of issues with the ecoboost.

[@euphrentic]

The Honda Ridgeline has had that lockable, washable, in bed trunk for years. It must not be sold in his country.

[@kurtmemmert7555]

Kudos galore, Rory! Great review. Crisp and clear, comprehensive, fun to watch without being over the top. You are my fav car reviewer. Thank you, and: Keep up the good work.

[@greghanway2]

Great seeing Rory back reviewing cars 👍👍

[@altrock86]

Looks cooler than what we get in the USA plus is that a manual transmission? Nice.

[@catpowerro1110]

Best car i`ve tested out hands down. Just ordered one and cannot wait to be delivered. Love this car!

[@daveperrin9408]

I've seen so many people saying the ecoboost engine is rubbish because of the wet belt. The puma doesn't have a wet belt it uses a timing chain.

[@shroomyesc]

I personally like the Titanium X (seems like there's no X in the UK, just Titanium) more than the ST-Line. I like the blockier grille and more SUV aesthetic. Don't understand getting a small SUV (or crossover if you intend on using marketing jargon) and then putting a body coloured sports bodykit on it.

[@DarthRazu]

ST-Line and ST-Line X do not have massaging seats. This option comes as standard for Titanium and Titanium X trim level only. According to the website.

[@ToAnEnd]

The Honda Ridgeline also has cool under the bed storage where you can put stuff or ice/drinks. Different category but still!

[@MelvinJoosten26]

Rory, you're my favorite car reviewer. Keep up the good work!

[@AutoTraderTV]

Love you too, Melvin -Rory

[@andrewmaple9863]

After watching your video review of the puma st is the puma st line 155 the better choice?

[@sargentpayne]

Why the hell is this not available in the US its amazing

[@imcarlosjr4898]

IKR Ford is dumb

[@macglitter26]

I would have no problem as a Ford Sales Rep selling these in the US. Getting rid of the fusion and focus/fiesta this opens up a lot.

[@danielleroux6490]

I agree! Please contact Ford USA Customer Service and tell them we, their American customers, want the new Puma 6-speed manual to come to the North American/USA market. This is a perfect replacement for the frankly disappointing Ecosport that doesn't even offer a manual transmission option here. Thank you!

[@RS-io8rp]

The finest compact suv

[@Zirnz]

Wow i love it, I currently drive a 2013 escape titanium 2.0, this car looks awesome, love all the curves and those DRLs are soooo beautiful

[@KWASHIC]

Nice porcsche looks for Ford money. With practicality and affordability... Perfect

[@srspower]

I just helped my mum buy one of these in red. She got the ST Line 155bhp mild hybrid. It was a no brainer for her, as roomy inside as a focus but with a bigger boot and a slightly smaller footprint. And really good power and handling but amazing mpg. But what I don't understand is that it doesn't seem to have the automatic boot. I thought they all had that?

[@peachy3143]

I’ve got the st-line x 155 on a 22 plate and that hasn’t got the electric boot lid

[@davydutre5531]

The old one looks way cooler

[@OriginalKaramelKing]

Superb review, really enjoyed it! I won't buy the car, but I will watch your next review. Nice one mate!

[@JR-fi1cq]

such a nice review! so far the best and most exciting review ive watched lol

[@LIFEOFSTUFFEDANIMALS]

Massaging seats?? For 20k...what do they do, just move the lumbar in and out? lol.

[@elephantsonpatrol]

“Where’s the spare tyre” - Really? That’s the concern? My last 6 cars have covered 250,000 miles and none of them had a spare. I’ve had 1 puncture in that time (pothole annihilated the tyre) & the breakdown van took me to a tyre place & I got a new one, all done within the hour. With the shit jack& tools you normally get with a spare, it’d take nearly as long to change a wheel & you still need a new tyre. Pointless.

[@sixpest]

As Americans we didn't buy enough Vapid ecosports; So i think its safe to say its gonna be another vehicle Americans wont get to have.

[@bounty9269]

Some say that the gold fish are still in the boot

[@toiletpaper7864]

i hope the fish arent still swimming back there🤣

[@jimk1888]

got mine ordered st line x first edition in magnetic, trading in my mazda cx 3 2.0 sport nav in mica black 😁 pick up 2nd march cant wait

[@scottgordon6032]

just got my titanium 1st ed - loving it so far! enjoy!

[@223rockmaster]

Hey Europe! Are you guys having fun with your new Fords? They really left us behind here in the states.

[@chrispenn715]

Oh good. I've been looking for a car to take my fish out for a walk .😂

[@legaltechinnovations1594]

Could so see this guy lined up with Chris Harris, being a two man show on Top Gear...

[@BarcelonaBlitzer]

Ford has a sleek and premium car in that Puma. Wish they’d bring that to the U.S.

[@sunrae7680]

Ugh ! I'm sad, it's not here.

[@aperxmim]

They should have named it the Flea, it rhymes and it makes sense and this is for people who have long commutes and/or do not like stopping at gas stations a lot.

[@jordankipkorir9656]

3:05 Wyclef Jean had a Hummer with a shark tank installed at the back. Does that count?

[@GTE_Channel]

I'm pretty sure the battery box in the classic Mini can hold aquatic life and has a drain! Make sure to disconnect the battery first!

[@thehumblebardmusic]

How is it for accelerating and motorway driving? I'm a musician looking for a slightly bigger car than my DS3, the boot seems perfect but don't want to skip the ability to drive the distances I do for size that ultimately bogs the car down

[@hamadbinsaad]

Looks like dory from finding dory movie

[@jorisverdonk5540]

Or finding Rory :p

[@AutoTraderTV]

@@jorisverdonk5540 Love this! 😂👌

[@sthebuthelezi4433]

Is this car coming to south Africa?

[@EverydayEnglishTipswithAmit]

As a *Ford EcoSport* owner in 🇮🇳, love the look of this 🚙. Sadly it’s not available in the Indian market yet. 👍🏻✔️

[@moflexmusicinc.6060]

If it hits the us market this car is definitely a great first car for my little bro wen he turns of age ... plus it’s manual transmission

[@danielleroux6490]

I agree! Please write or call FORD USA customer service and tell them we NEED the new Puma with 6-speed manual option in USA/North American market. Please don't let them neglect their home market. If all of their customers are telling them the same thing, they'll listen to us and bring it to the U.S.!

[@cherryave5707]

That hole in the floor is great for letting water out, but also if you forget to put that sucker back in then its going to be great or letting water in too and I’m not too sure anyone is going to want dirty road water in their new Puma

[@katiemalcolm7889]

Ford now do an option that you can buy a spacer wheel that is stored in half the deep box area-leaving a shallower box (I've seen it). Some of us DO value spare tyres/wheels that we can change and not rely on the gel system or rescue services that require a longish wait and transport to local garage of their choice that fleece you for the cost of a replacement tyre...been there, done that. :)

[@MLife1972]

i thought the rubber wheel arches were on the premium model. i think it looks better with them and a bit unfinished without it.

[@KARADTZ]

They said that the puma headlights are inspired by the new gt and it shows, this car looks great for what it is.

[@tailwhip2000]

You don’t get the massaging seats in the ST Line X - that is only on the Titanium model. Which is very strange.

[@tiago-so4gk]

It looks goood. I had the original one . And this one its maybe my next car... but will wait for a st...

[@charliewilson3528]

Nice review! I guess if your looking for a small suv....you add it to the list. And find a spare spot.

[@Lordoss]

In Greece, the Ford Puma Titanium Version 1.0 125hbp comes with drum brakes in the rear!!! Does that happen worldwide? Why drum brakes at the same when the ST line version with the same horsepower and engines comes with disk brakes? Safety feature sold as optional upgrade?

[@stangordon1046]

No mention of the fact, they are built in that great automotive land, Romania

[@Simufreund309]

Pretty sure the Romanian Ford Factorys have to meet the same quality standards as the ones in Germany/Spain etc.

[@99ron30]

@@Simufreund309 On paper that might be true, but we all know Japanese cars built in Japan are always superior to Japanese cars built elsewhere. You cant expect other nations to have the same cultural attention to detail, honor, work ethic etc etc. Now matter how stringent the quality control procedure is.

[@nicholasscott4273]

Raving about the boot, all I can think is what about the spare wheel?

[@AutoTraderTV]

When was the last time you got a puncture? :)

[@hoomaham4183]

@@AutoTraderTV 3 days ago i hit the road side and the tire bursted

[@gennadiyrusavskiy5201]

Машина очень хорошая, если разводить рыбу в багажнике , можно по выходным удочкой рыбу ловить

[@df3555]

Great review. Ford REALLY needs to bring this to the US and get rid of the boring box, I mean, Ecosport.

[@jeanhubsch4757]

The Honda Fitt/ Jazz deserves the praise this car gets for a versatile/ usable/ great use of interior but no car reviewer will ever do that cause they don’t want to seen as “boring”. The Honda Fitt/ Jazz punches far above its class for interior space, usability and practicality.

[@judeboadi]

I bought the ST LINE X FIRST EDITION PLUS and it's brilliant to drive, wicked. Thanks Rory

[@chutchy107]

Wonder how these tuned 3 cylinders last? seem to be getting some power out of them, i can see many having major problems.

[@harshalpatil4931]

Maybe it gets RFT tyres to avoid small punchers and able to ditch spare tyre

[@fernandovargas7562]

Cool for Boston and Colombia... I miss moon roof, spark tire, etc...???? 2020....????

[@J28427]

The Ford Cougar is called the Ford Escape in Canada

[@Gltokensp06]

Why they don't bring this to the US is beyond me. There is an extreme shortage of small, inexpensive, yet well driving cars here. We're left with offerings from Mitsubishi and Nissan. Even the Corolla starts above $20K. Ford could carve out where there fiesta and focus sales used to be with this model with no style or appointment changes for the US market. So dumb!

[@Rorynes]

Rory between Puma and Captur which you would recommend in aspect of practicality and comfort for a 3 person family?

[@azn_hojang]

The Ford Juke

[@gegwen7440]

I liked this reviewer straight away but the Tog Gear wish style of it, I will though go and test drive one myself after watching this.

[@SamRommer]

I see Rory Reid...I click like.

[@Mr1wd]

Why can we get this instead of the ecosport shitbox in the US?

[@VengFPV]

I remember watching this in January. Now I have it... it's awesome. Not sure my fish will appreciate it as much as I do though..

[@AutoTraderTV]

Great to hear!

[@NeoGee]

When he mentioned the Ford Kuga sports car without showing an image, I was curious to know what it was only to find I couldn't find a mention or photo of it online. What's up with that?

[@knyeng7506]

It’s because you spelt it wrong

[@NeoGee]

@@knyeng7506 0:20 No, I didn't. But thanks for you mistaken reply.

[@knyeng7506]

NeoGee whoops sorry my bad

[@tonysmith2594]

From the beginning the Puma was touted as smaller than the Kuga and larger than the EcoSport, having been near and in the new Puma and own a 18 plate st-line X Kuga, I'm still struggling to work the size difference out although it's definitely smaller in height than the Kuga, but I'm sure it's smaller than the EcoSport in height too.... what we need is all three st-line X models side by side please ?

[@sieg4art]

Where is spare tire located?

[@mahmoudsamir6882]

The running lights are from the ford GT