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Ford Puma Gen-E vs VW e-Golf
Selected trimSelectChange trim259 mi · 46.8 kWh · £29,995
Selected trim24kWh · 2014-17Change trim118 mi · 24.2 kWh · £30,845
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Puma Gen-E leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed, while the VW e-Golf leads on family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Puma Gen-E if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- 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
Choose the VW e-Golf if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
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.
ValueFord
Ford
6.2
VW
4.4
Motorway RangeFord
Ford
4.5
VW
2.8
FamilyVW
Ford
6.2
VW
6.7
ChargingFord
Ford
4.1
VW
3.4
Cost Per MileFord
Ford
8.8
VW
5.8
City DrivingFord
Ford
7.9
VW
7.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Ford Puma Gen-E
Select
- 141 miles more WLTP range
- 225 litres more boot space
- 60 kW faster rapid charging
- 39 kW more power
- 2.4s quicker 0-62 mph
- 20 Wh/km more efficient
- 0.4 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW e-Golf24kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,995 (better) | £30,845 |
| Official range | 259 miles (better) | 118 miles |
| Boot space | 566 L (better) | 341 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min | 22 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 10.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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Ford Puma Gen-E
VW e-Golf
Length
Ford Puma Gen-E4,313mm
VW e-Golf4,270mm-43mm
Width
Ford Puma Gen-E1,805mm
VW e-Golf1,799mm-6mm
Height
Ford Puma Gen-E1,555mm
VW e-Golf1,482mm-73mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW e-Golf24kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,313 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm | 1,799 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,930 mm (better) | 2,027 mm |
| Height | 1,555 mm | 1,482 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 10.9 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare | 601 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW e-Golf24kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 786 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 566 L (better) | 341 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1283 L (better) | 1231 L |
| Frunk | 43 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
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.
VW e-Golf
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Puma Gen-E Select |  VW e-Golf 24kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.27m-43mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m-6mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.93m | 2.03m+97mm |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.48m-73mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.59m | 2.63m+43mm |
| Ground Clearance | 157mm | 127mm-30mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 566L (better) | 341L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1283L (better) | 1231L |
| Frunk | 43L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 786mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,563kg (better) | 1,585kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 46.8kWh (better) | 24.2kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 259 mi (better) | 118 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 40kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,995 (better) | £30,845 |
| Price after EV grant | £26,245 (-£3,750) | £30,845 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2014–2017 |
* VW e-Golf: NEDC figure — WLTP testing was not available for this model year
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW e-Golf24kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 259 miles (better) | 118 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 186 miles (better) | 71 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min | 22 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 40 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 3.6 kW |
| Energy consumption | 130 Wh/km (better) | 150 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 46.8 kWh (better) | 20.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW e-Golf24kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 10.4 sec |
| Power | 124 kW (better) | 85 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm (better) | 270 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Ford Puma Gen-E
Select
VW e-Golf
24kWh
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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 | VW e-Golf24kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £17,999 | £9,795 |
| Average used price | £20,750 | £9,795 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 10 listings (better) | 7 listings |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 23.4% over ~6 months | Up 3.2% 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
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Cost per mile
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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 - VW e-Golf 24kWh
Tested 2012
Adult Occupant94%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users65%
Safety Assist71%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW e-Golf24kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
Ford Puma Gen-E
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
VW e-Golf
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Puma Gen-E
- £17,9992026Car360View
- £23,5002026EV ExpertsView
VW e-Golf
- £9,7952017Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the VW e-Golf?
The Ford Puma Gen-E is £850 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Ford Puma Gen-E comes out roughly £970 cheaper overall. 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 VW e-Golf like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 186 miles for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 71 miles for the VW e-Golf - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Ford Puma Gen-E goes roughly 116 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 22-26 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the VW e-Golf?
The two are within 6 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 601 mm of total clearance for the VW e-Golf and about 595 mm of total clearance for the Ford Puma Gen-E. The Ford Puma Gen-E also turns in a 0.4 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 VW e-Golf?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 84% for the VW e-Golf. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. 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 .