crossover2020–present

Ford Puma — MPG & Fuel Costs 2025

Ford's compact crossover with the mild-hybrid EcoBoost engine. Practical boot, fun to drive, and decent real-world economy.

The Ford Puma has quickly become one of the UK's favourite compact crossovers, taking the spirit of the old coupe and transforming it into a stylish, high-riding family car. It features the clever Megabox lower boot compartment for extra practicality.

Power is delivered exclusively by 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engines equipped with 48V mild-hybrid technology. This system captures deceleration energy and uses it to boost acceleration, reducing the load on the petrol engine.

With a real-world average of around 44 MPG, the Puma is highly competitive. Its lightweight body and aerodynamic shape help it maintain good efficiency even when fully loaded with family luggage.

TL;DR

44 MPG

Real-world petrol

42L

Tank capacity

£57.46

Full tank (petrol)

14.1p

Per mile (petrol)

Real-World Fuel Economy: The Ford Puma achieves an estimated 44 MPG in real-world UK driving conditions, accounting for a 12% WLTP real-world penalty.

Forecourt Fuel Cost: Refueling the 42-litre tank completely costs approximately £57.46 at average UK fuel price rates.

Fuel economy at a glance

44

Real-world MPG

Petrol

52.3

Official WLTP

Petrol

Why is real-world MPG lower? Official WLTP figures are tested under laboratory conditions — smooth roads, controlled temperature, no A/C, no passengers. Real-world driving cuts efficiency by 10–15%. WorthThePump applies a 12% penalty to give a realistic estimate.

Annual fuel costs by mileage

Annual mileagePetrol
5,000 miles/yr£707
7,400 miles/yr(UK average)£1046
10,000 miles/yr£1413
15,000 miles/yr£2120
20,000 miles/yr£2827
Full tank (42L)£57.46
Cost per mile14.1p

Based on UK average fuel prices: petrol 136.8p/L · diesel 142.1p/L. Prices updated regularly.

How does the Puma compare?

Tips to get better MPG from your Puma

Pay attention to the digital display to maximize regenerative braking zones and keep the hybrid battery charged.

Avoid harsh acceleration in low gears; let the electric torque assistance smooth out your pull-off.

Use Cruise Control on motorway stretches to keep engine load consistent and optimize fuel flow.

Is the cheaper petrol station worth it?

In a Ford Puma achieving ~44 MPG real-world, if you fill 34 litres and the alternative station is 10p/litre cheaper:

£3.40

Gross saving on fuel

£0.42

Cost of 3-mile detour

£2.98

Net saving ✓

You could drive up to 24 miles round-trip before the saving disappears entirely.

Calculate for your exact situation

Popular variants

1.0 EcoBoost mHEV 1251.0 EcoBoost mHEV 155

Frequently asked questions

What is the real-world MPG of the Ford Puma?

The Ford Puma achieves approximately 44 MPG in real-world petrol driving — around 12% lower than the official WLTP figure of 52.3 MPG due to real driving conditions. Diesel variants achieve around N/A MPG real-world.

How much does it cost to fill a Ford Puma?

The Ford Puma has a fuel tank of 42 litres. At the UK average of 136.8p/litre for petrol, a full tank costs approximately £57.46. Diesel costs approximately £59.68 for a full tank.

What is the annual fuel cost for a Ford Puma?

At the UK average annual mileage of 7,400 miles and current petrol price of 136.8p/litre, a Ford Puma costs approximately £1046 per year in fuel. At 10,000 miles/year the cost rises to £1413. Actual costs vary with your driving style and mileage.

Is it worth driving to a cheaper petrol station in a Ford Puma?

In a Ford Puma doing ~44 MPG real-world, driving 3 miles round-trip to save 10p/litre on a 34-litre fill nets approximately £2.98 after the extra fuel cost. You could drive up to 24 miles before the saving is eaten up. Use the WorthThePump calculator for your exact situation.

How much does the Ford Puma cost per mile in fuel?

The Ford Puma costs approximately 14.1p per mile in petrol at current UK prices. Over a typical commute of 30 miles per day, that is approximately £4.23 per day in fuel.

What is the WLTP MPG figure for the Ford Puma?

The official WLTP fuel economy figure for the Ford Puma is 52.3 MPG. However, real-world MPG is typically 10–15% lower than WLTP due to cold starts, air conditioning, motorway speeds, and varying loads. WorthThePump uses a 12% real-world penalty to give a more accurate estimate.

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