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Cupra Raval vs Ford Puma Gen-E
Selected trimSelectChange trim259 mi · 46.8 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Raval leads on charging speed, while the Ford Puma Gen-E leads on value for money, family practicality and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Raval if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Ford Puma Gen-E if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Puma Gen-E leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueFord
Cupra
5.2
Ford
6.2
Motorway Range
Cupra
4.2
Ford
4.5
Too close to call
FamilyFord
Cupra
5.1
Ford
6.2
ChargingCupra
Cupra
6.3
Ford
4.1
Cost Per MileFord
Cupra
7.7
Ford
8.8
City Driving
Cupra
8
Ford
7.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Ford Puma Gen-E
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- 55 miles more WLTP range
- 125 litres more boot space
- 1.5s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.4 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,995 (better) | £29,995 |
| Official range | 204 miles | 259 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 441 L | 566 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 23 min (better) | 26 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Raval
Ford Puma Gen-E
Length
Cupra Raval4,046mm-267mm
Ford Puma Gen-E4,313mm
Width
Cupra Raval1,784mm-21mm
Ford Puma Gen-E1,805mm
Height
Cupra Raval1,514mm-41mm
Ford Puma Gen-E1,555mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,046 mm | 4,313 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,784 mm (better) | 1,805 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,000 mm | 1,930 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,514 mm | 1,555 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.5 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 616 mm spare (better) | 595 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 786 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L | 566 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1283 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 43 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 500 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Raval
- 3rd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
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.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Raval V1 37kWh |  Ford Puma Gen-E Select |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.05m | 4.31m+267mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.80m+21mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.00m | 1.93m-70mm |
| Height | 1.51m | 1.55m+41mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.59m-11mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 157mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L | 566L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1283L |
| Frunk | Not available | 43L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 786mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.5m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,589kg | 1,563kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 500kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 38.5kWh | 46.8kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 204 mi | 259 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,995 (better) | £29,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £25,495 (-£1,500) (better) | £26,245 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
* Cupra Raval: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 204 miles | 259 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 139 miles | 186 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 23 min (better) | 26 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km | 130 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 37 kWh | 46.8 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 8 sec (better) |
| Power | 99 kW | 124 kW (better) |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 290 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Cupra Raval
V1 37kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Ford Puma Gen-E
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Cupra Raval V1 37kWh
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
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)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cupra RavalV1 37kWh | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Cupra Raval
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Ford Puma Gen-E
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Cupra Raval
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Ford Puma Gen-E
- £17,9992026Car360View
- £23,5002026EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Puma Gen-E worth the extra £3,000 over the Cupra Raval?
The Ford Puma Gen-E costs £3,000 more than the Cupra Raval. For that premium it adds 55 miles more WLTP range, 125 litres more boot space and a 1.5s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Ford Puma Gen-E comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Cupra Raval or the Ford Puma Gen-E?
The Cupra Raval is £3,000 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 Cupra Raval comes out roughly £2,960 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Cupra Raval and Ford Puma Gen-E like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 139 miles for the Cupra Raval and 186 miles for the Ford Puma Gen-E - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Ford Puma Gen-E goes roughly 48 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 23-26 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Raval or the Ford Puma Gen-E?
The two are within 21 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 616 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Raval 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 Cupra Raval or the Ford Puma Gen-E?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Cupra Raval and 84% for the Ford Puma Gen-E. That gives the Cupra Raval a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Cupra Raval'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.
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Data accuracy
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