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Ford Puma Gen-E vs Smart #1
Selected trimSelectChange trim259 mi · 46.8 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Puma Gen-E leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Smart #1 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Puma Gen-E if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Puma Gen-E wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
Ford
6.2
Smart
5.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeFord
Ford
4.5
Smart
1.9
FamilyFord
Ford
6.2
Smart
5.4
ChargingFord
Ford
4.1
Smart
2.9
Cost Per MileFord
Ford
8.8
Smart
1.9
City DrivingFord
Ford
7.9
Smart
6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Ford Puma Gen-E
Select
- 66 miles more WLTP range
- 253 litres more boot space
- 51 Wh/km more efficient
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,995 | £29,960 (better) |
| Official range | 259 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Boot space | 566 L (better) | 313 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Ford Puma Gen-E
Smart #1
Length
Ford Puma Gen-E4,313mm
Smart #14,270mm-43mm
Width
Ford Puma Gen-E1,805mm-17mm
Smart #11,822mm
Height
Ford Puma Gen-E1,555mm-81mm
Smart #11,636mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,313 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm (better) | 1,822 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,930 mm (better) | 2,025 mm |
| Height | 1,555 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare (better) | 578 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear legroom | 786 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 566 L (better) | 313 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1283 L (better) | 976 L |
| Frunk | 43 L (better) | 15 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Ford Puma Gen-E
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Boot space of 566 L is bigger than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,313 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Smart #1
- At 4,270 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Puma Gen-E Select |  Smart #1 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.27m-43mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.82m+17mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.93m | 2.02m+95mm |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.64m+81mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.59m | 2.75m+162mm |
| Ground Clearance | 157mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 566L (better) | 313L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1283L (better) | 976L |
| Frunk | 43L (better) | 15L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear Legroom | 786mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,563kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 46.8kWh | 49kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 259 mi (better) | 193 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,995 | £29,960 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £26,245 (-£3,750) | £29,960 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 259 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 186 miles (better) | 133 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | 130 Wh/km (better) | 181 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 46.8 kWh | 49 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | Not available |
| Power | 124 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Ford Puma Gen-E
Select
Smart #1
Pure
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Ford Puma Gen-E
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £17,999 | £22,900 |
| Average used price | £20,750 | £23,771 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 10 listings | 10 listings |
| Saving vs RRP | £9,245 below new | £6,189 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 23.4% over ~6 months | Up 4.3% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Puma Gen-E Select
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant75%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist69%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Smart #1 Pure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 201,168 km (better) |
Buying options
Get a quote
Ford Puma Gen-E
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Smart #1
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Puma Gen-E
- £17,9992026Car360View
- £23,5002026EV ExpertsView
Smart #1
- £23,9992024Car360View
- £23,7712024Car360View
- £22,9002024EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the Smart #1?
The Smart #1 is £35 cheaper to buy. The Ford Puma Gen-E is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £200 for the Smart #1, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £245 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Puma Gen-E and Smart #1 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 186 miles for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 133 miles for the Smart #1 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Ford Puma Gen-E goes roughly 53 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the Smart #1?
The two are within 17 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 595 mm of total clearance for the Ford Puma Gen-E and about 578 mm of total clearance for the Smart #1. The Ford Puma Gen-E also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the Smart #1?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 90% for the Smart #1. That gives the Smart #1 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Smart #1's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Ford Puma Gen-E's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .