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Ford Puma vs Vauxhall Astra comparison

Compare performance (168 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (24800 £ vs 28300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or Vauxhall Astra?

Ford Puma vs Vauxhall Astra: Key differences

Ford Puma

2.9 (10 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • to a small extent more efficient
  • hardly perceptible quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • barely noticeable lighter
  • barely noticeable more trunk space

Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • barely noticeable more electric range

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Puma

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Puma has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 24800 £ , while the Vauxhall Astra costs 28300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3506 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Ford Puma with 5.40 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Ford Puma: with 13 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Vauxhall Astra with 15.30 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.30 kWh.

As for electric range, the Vauxhall Astra performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 454 km, about 37 km more than the Ford Puma.

Astra

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Astra has a a bit edge – offering 196 HP compared to 168 HP. That’s roughly 28 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.60 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls a bit stronger with 360 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 70 Nm difference.

Puma

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Ford Puma is barely noticeable lighter – 1316 kg compared to 1438 kg. The difference is around 122 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Puma offers barely noticeable more room – 456 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra minimal takes the win – 502 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Astra is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Ford Puma
Vauxhall Astra

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Astra

Vauxhall Astra

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 130 - 196 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 4.9 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.30 kWh
  • Electric Range : 83 - 454 km

Ford Puma

2.9 (10 Reviews)
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The Ford Puma is a cheeky compact crossover that blends sporty styling with city-friendly practicality, giving drivers a surprisingly fun and composed ride. With clever storage tricks and a lively personality, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want enjoyment without fuss.

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Vauxhall Astra

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.

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Ford Puma
Vauxhall Astra

Costs and Consumption

Price
24800 - 36300 £
Price
28300 - 37900 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.7 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.30 kWh
Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Electric Range
83 - 454 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
0 - 130 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
42 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1316 - 1563 kg
Curb weight
1438 - 1733 kg
Trunk capacity
456 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
Length
4186 - 4226 mm
Length
-
Width
1805 mm
Width
1859 mm
Height
1550 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1216 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
367 - 469 kg
Payload
438 - 502 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Power HP
130 - 196 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
190 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
230 - 360 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Power kW
96 - 144 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Vauxhall
Is the Ford Puma offered with different drivetrains?

The Ford Puma is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.