00:00Welcome to our latest video from the AutoMagazine Tuning Blog, where we take a closer look at the
00:12all-new Ford Puma General E. The Ford Puma is the brand's best-selling model in Europe,
00:17and now Ford has unveiled its electric version. In this article, we take a detailed look at the
00:24Puma Jane, its performance, efficiency, and how it holds its own in the highly competitive electric
00:30vehicle market. The Ford Puma General E impresses at first glance with its dynamic design,
00:37which retains the popular crossover steel while adding modern accents.
00:43Particularly striking is the closed radiator grille, which gives the vehicle an elegant and
00:48at the same time powerful appearance. Electric car enthusiasts may miss the long front end,
00:55which often provides space for the radiator on combustion engines. Many customers, on the other
00:59hand, appreciate the proven design of the Puma and simply want to drive their favorite model with an
01:04electric drive. Ford himself emphasizes that the exterior design of the Puma, which has been
01:09appreciated by customers, has been refined without losing its original brilliance. Amco Leonard's,
01:15director of design at Ford confirms, our customers love the design of the Puma.
01:21For the Puma General E, we built on this and gave it its own style with exclusive details.
01:28Under the hood of the Puma Gen is an electric motor that delivers 123 kilowatts and 290 newton meters of
01:35torque. This powerful combination enables the Puma Gen to accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour
01:44in 8 seconds. Almost as fast as Ford's most powerful combustion engine model.
01:51With a top speed of 160 kilometers per hour, the Puma General E is more than sufficient for city traffic
01:57and short cross-country journeys. The WLTP consumption is 13.1 kWh per 100 kilometers,
02:06which indicates the high efficiency of the engine. However, with the premium trim level,
02:12consumption can increase to up to 14.5 kWh per 100 kilometers, which are still very good values.
02:19A critical point for the Puma General E is the battery. The 43 kWh battery with nickel,
02:25manganese, cobalt oxide cells offers a range of 347 to a maximum of 376 kilometers according to WLTP,
02:33depending on the equipment. Although this is better than that of the panel van models,
02:37it could deter some potential customers. Especially when consumption on the motorway increases
02:42significantly in winter and the range is noticeably reduced as a result.
02:47Many buyers who want to use the car for longer journeys or vacation trips might want a larger
02:52battery. Unfortunately, Ford currently does not offer the option of ordering a more powerful battery
02:59for an additional charge. One positive aspect of the Puma Gen is the relatively short charging time.
03:06With a DC charging capacity of a maximum of 100 kW, the 43 kW battery can be charged from 10% to 80%
03:13in around 23 minutes. This corresponds to an average charging capacity of 78 kW,
03:20which is an excellent value considering the battery size.
03:23How well the Puma General E will perform on the motorway with its many but short charging stops
03:30remains to be seen and will certainly become clear in initial tests.
03:34Ford has not explicitly stated the AC charging capacity, but it is likely to be around 11 kW,
03:41as with other models from the company. This would result in a charging time of around 5.5 hours from 0 to 100%.
03:48Bi-directional charging capability is not yet known and is also unlikely to be available in the Puma
03:55General E. Despite the comparatively small battery, the Puma Gen also has clear advantages.
04:02With an unladen weight of kilogram, the vehicle is relatively light.
04:07In addition, the battery does not negatively affect the space available in the car,
04:12but rather improves it. Ford has further developed the Megabox under the boot and called it the Gigabox.
04:18In total, the Puma General E offers 574L of storage space up to the top when all five seats are occupied.
04:26The standard specification up to the height of the rear seat backrests is an impressive 523L.
04:32With a vehicle length of 4.2 meters, the Puma General E is surprisingly spacious.
04:37By comparison, a Kia EV3, which is 9 cm longer, offers 460L of storage space,
04:45while an MG4 with a length of 4.280 meters only has 360L. The loading width of exactly 1 meter between
04:52the wheel arches and the 72.5 cm loading depth to the rear seat backrest are also impressive dimensions.
04:58In addition, the Puma Gen I has a 43 Lunk under the bonnet.
05:05This is perfect for stowing charging cables and the detachable tow bar when the rear luggage compartment is already full.
05:13The tow bar itself is designed for a maximum towing capacity of 750 kg,
05:19regardless of whether the vehicle is braked or unbraked.
05:22Inside, the Puma Gen offers modern equipment that is largely the same as this year's facelift combustion engine models.
05:32There are two displays, a purely digital cockpit with a 12.8-inch driver display and a 12-inch infotainment touchscreen in the middle.
05:41The latter runs the latest version of Ford's Sinker System with cloud-connected navigation.
05:46In addition, Amazon's voice assistant Alexa as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available to offer users maximum flexibility.
05:57The center console deliberately dispenses with the classic gearshift lever, which is still standard in combustion engine models.
06:05This creates more space for storage facilities, such as an inductive charging cradle for smartphones.
06:10The gear selector lever in the Puma General E is located behind the steering wheel and, according to Ford, can be operated with the fingertips,
06:20making engaging the respective gear as easy as activating a turn signal.
06:26The recuperation can be set to four levels, from coasting to one-paddle driving, which noticeably improves both comfort and efficiency.
06:34John Williams, managing director of Ford Blue and Model E in Europe, emphasizes, the Puma is a success story.
06:44Our customers love its sporty design and dynamic driving characteristics, as well as its unique practicality and the largest boot in its class.
06:53With the Puma General E, we are now introducing the best Puma to date.
06:59Despite these positive statements, there are challenges, especially in the price range.
07:04The Puma Gen is one of the most expensive Pumas.
07:07Only the sports model ST costs more.
07:10The basic version starts at €66,000, around €8,000 more than the combustion engine model.
07:17However, Ford also offers a leasing offer from €29 per month.
07:22The Puma will probably not have an easy time in the competitive environment anyway.
07:25A VW ID.3 with a 52 kWh battery and a range of 388 km according to WLTP is available for under €30,000.
07:35The Kia EV3, which starts at €35,000, offers an even longer range with 58 kWh capacity and 436 km.
07:44The Opel Frontera Electric, which is equipped with the Ford Puma General E, which is equipped with a 44 kWh battery, costs significantly less, at just €28,999.
07:53In conclusion, it can be said that the Ford Puma General E is an interesting proposition in the electric crossover segment.
08:01With its proven design, solid performance and practical features, it appeals to many potential buyers.
08:09However, the higher costs and limited range compared to the competition have yet to prove themselves.
08:16Whether the Puma General E will become Ford's best-selling electric car in Europe depends on many factors.
08:22Among them, customer acceptance and market development.
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