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New Ford Puma

Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Speed Sign Recognition and Lane Centring, for
effortlessly negotiating highway and stop-start traffic New Local Hazard Information, which
can inform the driver of hazardous situations in the road ahead before they become visible
to the driver or vehicle sensors.
In the lowest position, the maximum storage volume available while concealing the Ford
MegaBox is delivered In the high position, the area underneath increases to create a cargo
floor that is level with the fold-flat second-row seats Removed, the floor can be securely
stored vertically against the back of the second-row seats for full 456-litre capacity.

ord unveiled the new Ford Puma – an SUV-inspired compact cross- energy usually lost during braking and coasting to charge a 48-volt lithium-ion
over that fuses stunning exterior design, best-in-class uncompro- air-cooled battery pack. Able to restart the engine in approximately 300 milli-
mised load space, and sophisticated mild-hybrid powertrain technol- seconds – about the same as the blink of an eye – the BISG also enables the
ogy. The new Ford Puma introduces a new chapter in Ford’s design Puma EcoBoost Hybrid’s Auto Start-Stop technology to operate in a wider
identity with charismatic styling cues including distinctive wing-top range of scenarios for even greater fuel savings, including when coasting to
Fmounted headlamps and athletic, aerodynamic lines. Compact a stop below 15 km/h (10 mph) and even when the vehicle is in gear with the
crossover proportions deliver a raised ride-height for a confidence-enhanc- clutch pedal depressed. “Our 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine has already prov-
ing driving experience, and support class-leading uncompromised luggage en that fuel efficiency and performance can go hand-in-hand. Our EcoBoost 27
capacity of 456 litres. Powerful, responsive performance and optimised fuel Hybrid technology takes that to the next level,” said Roelant de Waard, vice
efficiency is delivered for Puma customers using Ford’s EcoBoost Hybrid 48- president, Marketing, Sales & Service, Ford of Europe. “We believe custom-
volt technology. The mild-hybrid powertrain seamlessly integrates electric ers are going to love the smooth and urgent power delivery of our EcoBoost
torque assistance with a low-friction, three-cylinder 1.0-litre EcoBoost pet- Hybrid powertrains just as much as they’ll enjoy less-frequent trips to the fuel
rol engine to deliver up to 155 PS. “From day one we envisioned a vehicle pumps.” Puma utilises 12 ultrasonic sensors, three radars and two cameras MAGAZINE.COM.TR
in this segment that was immediately recognisable – and as a result we’ve positioned around the car to deliver a suite of Ford Co-Pilot360 technologies
created a compact crossover unlike anything we’ve ever produced before,” that enhance protection, driving and parking, and are designed to make the
said George Saridakis, director, Interior and Exterior Design, Ford of Europe. driving experience more comfortable, less demanding and safer. Enabled by
“This stunning new look represents the next chapter in Ford’s design identity, the seven-speed automatic gearbox, Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go,
while the overarching concept of ‘sexy sanctuary’ employs ingenious and Speed Sign Recognition and Lane Centring helps the vehicle maintain a com-
elegant engineering solutions that – in combination with the highly expressive fortable driving distance from vehicles ahead. The system also helps reduce
exterior – will delight and surprise customers, fulfilling their distinct needs and stress during long road trips by keeping the vehicle centred in its lane, and AUTOMOBILE
desires.” EcoBoost Hybrid technology enhances Puma’s 1.0-litre EcoBoost can adjust the vehicle speed to within legal limits by monitoring the roadside
petrol engine with an 11.5 kW belt-driven integrated starter/generator (BISG). and overhead gantries for speed signs. This is in addition to using information
Replacing the standard alternator, the BISG enables recovery and storage of from the on-board navigation system.

Kasım - November 2020