Road Test
REVIEW: Ford Puma is a chic crossover at a price
It’s also frugal with peppy performance, trending amenities and safety items
The Ford Puma summons the spirits of both the discontinued Fiesta and Ecosport models. It an interesting mash-up that Ford is using to woo people away from chic options like the Toyota CH-R, Opel Mokka, Peugeot 2008 and others it’s priced against.
The cross-pollination results in a doe-eyed, pretty coupe-crossover that's roomy enough to use for the school run and family outings to far-flung places. It’s available in a choice of two trims: Titanium and our test car’s higher-specced ST-Line Vignale. Inside the cabin exudes a pleasingly attractive ambience with good ergonomics. However, the materials used aren’t in a league of some of the prestige brand alternatives...
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