FORD TEASES THE NEW PUMA ST

FORD has revealed a first look at its upcoming Puma ST performance crossover. Due to arrive in the UK later in the year, the sporty crossover (pictured) will join the Fiesta ST, Focus ST and Mustang in the firm’s range of performance vehicles. The Puma ST will be powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with 197bhp and 290Nm of torque, sending drive to the front wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox. The Puma’s performance times will likely be similar to those of the Fiesta, with 0-60mph achieved in around 6.2 seconds and a top speed of around 144mph. Though no pricing for the Puma ST has been announced, we expect it to sit at around £27,000.