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Ford Puma Gen-E vs Tesla Model 3
Selected trimSelectChange trim259 mi · 46.8 kWh · £29,995
Selected trimRWDChange trim332 mi · 60 kWh · £37,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Puma Gen-E leads on charging speed and city driving, while the Tesla Model 3 leads on motorway range and family practicality.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Puma Gen-E if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Tesla Model 3 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Puma Gen-E edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Ford
6.2
Tesla
6.4
Too close to call
Motorway RangeTesla
Ford
4.5
Tesla
5.5
FamilyTesla
Ford
6.2
Tesla
7.1
ChargingFord
Ford
4.1
Tesla
2.3
Cost Per Mile
Ford
8.8
Tesla
8.8
Too close to call
City DrivingFord
Ford
7.9
Tesla
4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Tesla Model 3
RWD
- 73 miles more WLTP range
- 116 litres more boot space
- 75 kW faster rapid charging
- 84 kW more power
- 1.8s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,995 (better) | £37,990 |
| Official range | 259 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 566 L | 682 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 6.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Ford Puma Gen-E
Tesla Model 3
Length
Ford Puma Gen-E4,313mm-408mm
Tesla Model 34,721mm
Width
Ford Puma Gen-E1,805mm-128mm
Tesla Model 31,933mm
Height
Ford Puma Gen-E1,555mm
Tesla Model 31,440mm-115mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,313 mm | 4,721 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm (better) | 1,933 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,930 mm (better) | 2,088 mm |
| Height | 1,555 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m (better) | 11.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 595 mm spare (better) | 467 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 786 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 566 L | 682 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1283 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 43 L | Not available |
| 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.
Tesla Model 3
- 2nd-largest boot among saloon EVs in our catalogue at 682 L.
- At 4,721 mm, shorter than 90% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 130 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Puma Gen-E Select |  Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.72m+408mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.93m+128mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.93m | 2.09m+158mm |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.44m-115mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.59m | Not available |
| Ground Clearance | 157mm | 137mm-20mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 566L | 682L* (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1283L | Not available |
| Frunk | 43L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 786mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 11.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,563kg (better) | 1,772kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 46.8kWh | 60kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 259 mi | 332 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 175kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,995 (better) | £37,990 |
| Price after EV grant | £26,245 (-£3,750) | £37,990 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Tesla Model 3: Tesla publishes 682 L as total cargo volume (boot + frunk, measured to roof) — not directly comparable to standard VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model 3: Not published by Tesla; verified from multiple independent sources.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 259 miles | 332 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 186 miles | 229 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 175 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | 130 Wh/km | 130 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 46.8 kWh | 57.5 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 | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 6.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 124 kW | 208 kW (better) |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 340 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Ford Puma Gen-E
Select
Tesla Model 3
RWD
8.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
- Auto Express4.5/5
Watch the reviews
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Ford Puma Gen-E
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £17,999 | £26,699 |
| Average used price | £20,750 | £30,299 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 10 listings | 91 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | £9,245 below new | £7,691 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 23.4% over ~6 months | Up 4.7% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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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 - Tesla Model 3 RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant90%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users89%
Safety Assist87%
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 | Tesla Model 3RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Ford Puma Gen-E
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Tesla Model 3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Puma Gen-E
- £17,9992026Car360View
- £23,5002026EV ExpertsView
Tesla Model 3
- £32,6462025Car360View
- £30,2992025Car360View
- £29,6992025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model 3 worth the extra £7,995 over the Ford Puma Gen-E?
The Tesla Model 3 costs £7,995 more than the Ford Puma Gen-E. For that premium it adds 73 miles more WLTP range, 75 kW faster peak rapid charging and 116 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Ford Puma Gen-E comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the Tesla Model 3?
The Ford Puma Gen-E is £7,995 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 £7,995 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 Tesla Model 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 186 miles for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 229 miles for the Tesla Model 3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Tesla Model 3 goes roughly 43 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the Tesla Model 3?
The Ford Puma Gen-E is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 128 mm narrower than the Tesla Model 3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 595 mm of total clearance for the Ford Puma Gen-E and about 467 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model 3. The Ford Puma Gen-E also turns in a 1.1 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 Tesla Model 3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 92% for the Tesla Model 3. That gives the Tesla Model 3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Tesla Model 3'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
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .