2026 Ford Puma ST-Line X Mhev 1.0L Hybrid electric · EU76 VSX

The 1.0-litre EcoBoost mild-hybrid is one of the more economical petrol powertrains in Ford's range, with real-world fuel economy typically in the high 40s to mid 50s mpg depending on driving style. Insurance for the Puma ST-Line X sits around group 15-18 depending on the exact variant, which is moderate for a small SUV. Road tax is set at the standard annual rate for a Euro 6 AP petrol hybrid, currently £195 per year for new registrations.

Servicing follows Ford's variable service intervals, usually every 12 months or 18,000 miles, with Ford Protect plans available to spread the cost. First service is typically a minor inspection; full service history from a Ford main agent will help preserve residual values. Typical annual maintenance for a Puma is modest, though ST-Line X trim with larger wheels and tyres can push tyre replacement costs slightly above entry-level trims when the time comes.

Estimated annual running cost: £1,200-£1,500, covering fuel, tax, insurance and routine maintenance. This assumes around 7,000-10,000 miles per year, which is in line with the model aggregate average of 7,192 miles annually.

With no MOT history to reference, your inspection should focus on the areas most likely to cause Puma MOT failures as the car ages. According to the model aggregate data, exhaust system integrity, service brake performance and brake pad wear are the top three failure points across the 59,178 Pumas analysed. Even on a new car, visually inspect the exhaust for any transit damage, check that the rear undertray is correctly seated, and confirm the brake discs and pads look clean and unworn.

Inspect the 17-inch or 18-inch alloy wheels (depending on ST-Line X spec) for kerbing damage, which is a common issue on sport-trim crossovers. Check all four tyres for correct make, size and that they match across the axle — any mismatch should be flagged. Inside the car, look for any warning messages on the digital instrument cluster, test the infotainment screen and confirm all driver-assist systems (lane keeping, autonomous emergency braking, parking sensors) initialise without error.

Finally, confirm that the mild-hybrid system functions correctly: the car should restart almost silently from auto stop-start, and the dashboard should display the relevant hybrid status information. Ask the dealer to demonstrate the regenerative braking behaviour and confirm the 48V battery state of charge is reading correctly on the trip computer.