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Ford Puma vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

Compare performance (168 HP vs 136 HP), boot space and price (23,900 £ vs 29,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Puma or Subaru Crosstrek?

Ford Puma vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Ford Puma

3 (11 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Puma

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Ford Puma is clearly cheaper – starting at 23,900 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,991 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Puma uses 5.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

Crosstrek

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Puma offers somewhat more power – delivering 168 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 32 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Puma is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Puma delivers visibly more torque with 290 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 108 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Ford Puma is markedly lighter – 1,316 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 279 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Puma offers markedly more boot space – 523 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 208 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries marginally more – 505 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 36 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Puma stands well ahead of its rival 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.

from £23,900
Puma

Ford Puma

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 125 - 168 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 404 - 417 km
Ford Puma
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Puma

The Ford Puma blends sporty styling with practical everyday usability, making it a smart choice for drivers who want flair without sacrificing versatility. Its engaging driving character and clever interior packaging give it a more dynamic and useful feel than many rivals.

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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Ford Puma
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,900 - 36,300 £
Price
29,900 - 35,000 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 13.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
404 - 417 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,316 - 1,563 kg
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Trunk capacity
456 - 523 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,805 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
367 - 469 kg
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
125 - 168 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
170 - 290 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
92 - 124 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Subaru
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