SUV · 2020–2024

FordPuma

A crossover on Fiesta bones — sharp to drive with a useful MegaBox boot. Mild-hybrid EcoBoost is the volume seller; ST is the one enthusiasts hunt.

Best for: Drivers who want SUV ride height without a heavy chassis.

Indicative running costs ~£2,119–£3,029 / year

Power: 155 hp
Economy: 48–52 mpg
Fuel: Hybrid
Boot: 456–1,216 litres
0–60: 8.5–11.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

Engine oil

Ford-spec 5W-20 or 5W-30 (confirm WSS approval for the engine)

Oil capacity

Typically ~4–5.5 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Ford Puma at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,119–£3,029 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£1014/yr @ 52 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£300–£460 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£140–£300 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

7 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
Titanium 1.0 mHEV Comfort trim mild hybrid. 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV · 48–52 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost mHEV	125 hp	48–52 mpg	~£195*
ST-Line 1.0 mHEV Most common used Puma. 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV · 48–52 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost mHEV	125–155 hp	48–52 mpg	~£195*
ST-Line X Larger alloys, more kit. 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV · 47–51 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost mHEV	155 hp	47–51 mpg	~£195*
ST-Line Vignale Luxury crossover trim. 1.0 EcoBoost mHEV · 47–51 mpg	1.0 EcoBoost mHEV	155 hp	47–51 mpg	~£195*
Puma ST Performance Puma. Harder ride, faster tyre wear. 1.5 EcoBoost · 38–42 mpg	1.5 EcoBoost	200 hp	38–42 mpg	~£195*
Puma ST Gold Edition Limited paint/kit pack — verify originality. 1.5 EcoBoost · 38–42 mpg	1.5 EcoBoost	200 hp	38–42 mpg	~£195*
Automatic / DCT Check dual-clutch service schedule. 1.0 mHEV DCT · 45–50 mpg	1.0 mHEV DCT	125–155 hp	45–50 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.0 litre

Gearbox6-speed manual or automatic

DimensionsApprox. 4.3–4.6m long · 1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressureOften ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

OilFord-spec 5W-20 or 5W-30 (confirm WSS approval for the engine)

Oil capacityTypically ~4–5.5 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used Puma

1Check 12V and mild-hybrid battery health
2Inspect MegaBox seal and under-floor trim
3ST: look for track abuse and tyre budgets

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

Mild-hybrid battery and 12V system health
Infotainment software glitches
Front tyre inner-edge wear if alignment neglected

Ford Puma FAQs

Is a used Ford Puma expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,119–£3,029 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Ford Puma need?

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Ford Puma take?

Ford-spec 5W-20 or 5W-30 (confirm WSS approval for the engine). Capacity is Typically ~4–5.5 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Ford Puma problems?

Buyers most often watch for: Mild-hybrid battery and 12V system health; Infotainment software glitches. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Ford Puma ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Ford manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

Ford owner manuals ↗

Guides & tools

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN