Ford is helping motorists make a statement on the road with the Puma light SUV delivering a high level of sophistication and comfort with a sporty touch in the way of ST-Line and ST-Line V variants, which also add a splash of luxury to the line-up.
Ford has packed the latest Puma with the highest level of connective technology and sports a flexible interior which offers exceptional functionality without skimping on the fun.
The Puma is powered by Ford’s award-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, which – while small – packs a powerful punch with 92kW of power and 170Nm of torque driven through a 7 -speed DCT automatic transmission to the front wheels, all while delivering an impressive combined fuel efficiency of 5.3-litres per hundred kilometres.
Drivers are also able to select their preferred drive mode depending on road conditions, with normal, sport, eco, slippery and trail modes on offer to help make each journey as effortless and enjoyable as possible.
The sporty look of the Puma is enhanced across all variants with follow me home lighting, front fog and corner lights, LED daytime running lights and LED tail lights, puddle lamps, power adjustable folding and heated body coloured mirrors and alloy wheels, with the ST Line upgraded to Black Machined 17-inch alloys and the ST Line V graced with multi-spoke 18-inch wheels.
Hopping inside the Puma you’re greeted with Ebony Cloth trim, with the ST Line sporting red stitching and the ST Line V featuring artificial leather trim with grey stitching.
All Pumas are equipped with the latest infotainment technology inside the cabin, with an 8-inch colour touch screen display featuring Android Auto and Apple CarPlay with Applink, DAB+/FM radio, bluetooth functionality for audio streaming and USB interface, FordPass Connect Embedded Modem, Satellite Navigation with traffic message channel, Ford’s SYNC3 with voice activated control, wireless charging in addition to two USB ports and Siri/Google assistant voice pass through.
Top quality audio is broadcast through a 6-speaker sound system in both entry level Puma and ST Line variants, while the ST Line V is equipped with an upgraded 10-speaker, 575-watt premium sound system with a subwoofer.
The entry level Puma also features a 4.2-inch analogue cluster while the ST Line and ST Line V boast an impressive 12.3-inch digital cluster display.
Each Puma is designed with comfort and convenience in mind with front floor mats, illuminated vanity mirrors, artificial leather wrapped gear shift and handbrake, LED ambient lighting, power front and rear windows, rain-sensing wipers, automatic climate control and well-placed 12v auxiliary socket included as standard.
Safety is paramount with the Puma and all vehicle variants are equipped with the same featured whether you are purchasing the entry level Puma or top of the range ST Line V model.
Autonomous emergency braking, anti lock brakes, auto headlamps and high beam, electronic stability control, power child locks, rear view camera with split view, seatbelt minder and monitoring, traction control, tyre pressure monitoring and driver and front passenger airbags included as standard, as well as front side, front curtain and rear side curtain airbags for additional peace of mind.
A host of driver assists feature across the entire Puma line with cruise control, driver impairment monitor, emergency, hill hold and hill launch assistance, lane keeping aid with lane departure warning and rear park sensors included as standard, while adaptive cruise, front park sensors and traffic sign recognition are available in the way of an upgrade package.
A hands-free power tailgate with smart keyless entry factory standard in the ST-Line V but is available as an optional extra in both entry level Puma and ST Line, while the ST Line V is also available with a panoramic sunroof and black painted roof as an optional extra.
The Ford Puma exterior is graced in Frozen White as the base colour choice, while premium paint is available as an optional extra and opens up agate black, desert island blue, grey matter, fantastic red, magnetic and solar silver colourways, while Blazer Blue is also available on Puma and ST Line variants.
Entry level Ford Puma offers great value for money and is priced from $34,074 driveaway, while the ST Line (from $36,516 driveaway) and ST Line V (from $39,844 driveaway) provide build on the great platform with a number of upgraded features.
If the Ford Puma sounds like the car for you be sure to pounce in and see the team at Barry Maney Ford at 199 Jubilee Highway West or contact 8721 3400 to find out more about the award-winning light SUV.
