So long as there may be demand, automakers will proceed launching new crossovers. One among them is Ford, which is now current within the sporty subcompact SUV section with the Puma ST, a performance-oriented model of the common mannequin.

Tweaked by the Ford Efficiency Division, it has visible upgrades in and out, shiny black accents, new wheels and a re-tuned chassis with stiffer suspension. Additionally, the brakes are larger, there’s an non-compulsory limited-slip differential accessible to assist it deal with the additional energy and the steering could be very responsive.

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Packing the identical engine as its platform sharing sibling, the Fiesta ST, the Puma ST does the nought to 62 mph (0-100 km/h) dash in a really first rate 6.7 seconds, or two tenths of a second slower than the Fiesta ST, and maxes out at 137 mph (220 km/h). Its turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder delivers 197 HP (200 PS / 147 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) of torque, or 22 lb-ft (30 Nm) greater than the hatchback, that are directed to the entrance wheels by a six-speed guide transmission.

In response to Rory Reid, who had the prospect to pattern one, driving the Puma ST on B roads and round city is much less satisfying than anticipated of a small SUV. The ex-High Gear co-presenter did, nonetheless, admit that the regular Puma is his favourite small crossover, so does the ST have what it takes to win him over?