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Ford Puma Gen-E vs VW ID.Polo
Selected trimSelectChange trim259 mi · 46.8 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Puma Gen-E stays competitive across the board, while the VW ID.Polo leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the VW ID.Polo if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.5p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The VW ID.Polo leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Ford
6.2
VW
6.3
Too close to call
Motorway RangeVW
Ford
4.5
VW
5.1
FamilyVW
Ford
6.2
VW
8.3
ChargingVW
Ford
4.1
VW
6.3
Cost Per MileVW
Ford
8.8
VW
9.8
City Driving
Ford
7.9
VW
7.5
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
Select
- 55 miles more WLTP range
- 125 litres more boot space
- 39 kW more power
- 0.4 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,995 | £23,945 (better) |
| Official range | 259 miles (better) | 204 miles |
| Boot space | 566 L (better) | 441 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min | 23 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Ford Puma Gen-E
VW ID.Polo
Length
Ford Puma Gen-E4,313mm
VW ID.Polo4,053mm-260mm
Width
Ford Puma Gen-E1,805mm-11mm
VW ID.Polo1,816mm
Height
Ford Puma Gen-E1,555mm
VW ID.Polo1,530mm-25mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,313 mm | 4,053 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,805 mm (better) | 1,816 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,930 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,555 mm | 1,530 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 (better) | 584 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 786 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 566 L (better) | 441 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1283 L (better) | 1240 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 ID.Polo
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Puma Gen-E Select |  VW ID.Polo Life 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.05m-260mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.82m+11mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.93m | Not available |
| Height | 1.55m | 1.53m-25mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.59m | 2.59m+4mm |
| Ground Clearance | 157mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 566L (better) | 441L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1283L (better) | 1240L |
| Frunk | 43L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 786mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m (better) | 10.9m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,563kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 46.8kWh (better) | 37kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 259 mi (better) | 204 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 90kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,995 | £23,945 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £26,245 (-£3,750) | £23,945 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2027+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 259 miles (better) | 204 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 186 miles (better) | 170 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min | 23 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | 130 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 46.8 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| 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 | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | Not available |
| Power | 124 kW (better) | 85 kW |
| Torque | 290 Nm | Not available |
| 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.
Ford Puma Gen-E
Select
VW ID.Polo
Life 116PS
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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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)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford Puma Gen-ESelect | VW ID.PoloLife 116PS |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Ford Puma Gen-E
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VW ID.Polo
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Puma Gen-E
- £17,9992026Car360View
- £23,5002026EV ExpertsView
VW ID.Polo
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Puma Gen-E worth the extra £6,050 over the VW ID.Polo?
The Ford Puma Gen-E costs £6,050 more than the VW ID.Polo. For that premium it adds 55 miles more WLTP range, 125 litres more boot space and 39 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the VW ID.Polo comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Puma Gen-E or the VW ID.Polo?
The VW ID.Polo is £6,050 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £120 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the VW ID.Polo comes out roughly £6,170 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 ID.Polo like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 186 miles for the Ford Puma Gen-E and 170 miles for the VW ID.Polo - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Ford Puma Gen-E goes roughly 16 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 Ford Puma Gen-E or the VW ID.Polo?
The two are within 11 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 584 mm of total clearance for the VW ID.Polo. The Ford Puma Gen-E also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .