Why to change the name?
Ford Puma
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Some might not be able to accept this but the updated EcoSport is actually one of the top selling subcompact SUVs in Europe. I think it's in the top 4 of 20 plus models in its segment in Europe.
Here's the funny thing, in Europe the upright Ecosport outsold models with hot hatch/ coupe-ish sloping rooflines like the Nissan Juke, Hyundai Kona, Honda HR-V, Kia Stonic, Fiat 500X, Mazda CX-3 etc. At the end Ford will move to this look (upcoming Puma) which will probably compromise rear headroom.
Ford is working on two versions of its next subcompact crossover SUV.
The one with a longer wheelbase with five lugs (upcoming Puma?)….
…and the shorter wheelbase model with 4 lugs
*compared to the other mule, the rear wheels are closer to the door and there is no rear body extension.
Both LWB and SWB mules have the same front modifications with a raised grille opening and split-bottom openings (this is seem on the recent Puma spy photos). I guess this gives us a hint that both will have the same basic front end styling.
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The new Ford Puma. I kinda like it... a lot.
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This is a sure hit for Ford! And it has a full digital instrument panel! (the new Focus doesn´t have it).
This new crossover reminds me the Jaguar E-Pace.
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More Puma pictures....
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This new crossover reminds me the Jaguar E-Pace.
More Puma pictures....
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What? You have eyesight problems You should consult an ophthalmologist. The Puma is a crossover with a silhouette of a coupe, just like the E-Pace. The Kia is a traditional crossover, with a formal silhouette in the back.
The Kia:
Looks wise I prefer it over the new escape and with the mild hybrid it would also make for a great commuter, so of course now ford USA is all in on suvs and crossovers and no longer wants to sell me a car it is naturally not available in the states 
No doubt if it finally does turn up over here the higher quality interior it has over the fiesta will be the first thing on the chopping block as it is de-contented just like all the other euro fords, where as the only thing that needs sending to the chopping block is the woeful Ecosport with the Puma taking its place.
No doubt if it finally does turn up over here the higher quality interior it has over the fiesta will be the first thing on the chopping block as it is de-contented just like all the other euro fords, where as the only thing that needs sending to the chopping block is the woeful Ecosport with the Puma taking its place.
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