Panther once mocked making a SUV, yet all that changed with the Puma F-Speed - the brand's initial section into the universe of higher-riding vehicles, nevertheless the greatest model in its reach.
The F-Speed sits over the E-Speed family SUV and the I-Speed electric SUV in the vehicle producer's line-up. Since its send off in 2016, it's been Panther's success, and a midlife revive to keep it serious added super-thin front and back Drove lights, re-profiled bodywork, a bigger grille and, the best part is that a vigorously updated inside.
The motor line-up incorporates a scope of gentle half and half petrols and diesels, alongside a full module crossover (PHEV) that could save you a little fortune in organization vehicle charge. In the event that you need the speediest form that anyone could hope to find, there's a V8-fueled SVR execution variation.
Lifelong enthusiasts of conventional Panther cantinas probably won't be prevailed upon by the F-Speed, however spreading out seems OK for the brand. Particularly when you consider that it's important for Panther Land Wanderer (JLR) and can rest Ashore Meanderer's master SUV information.
Is that common ability enough for the Puma F-Speed to contend with the best adversaries? All things considered, they incorporate the Audi Q5, Mercedes GLC and Volvo XC60 at the extravagance end of the market, in addition to the sportier BMW X3 and Porsche Macan.
Engine, 0-60mph and Gearbox
All Puma F-Speeds accompany four-wheel drive and an eight-speed programmed gearbox. The most ideal decision for most purchasers will be the D200, a 201bhp 2.0-liter diesel that is stunningly punchy from low fires up and fast enough to whisk you up to motorway speeds with next to no fight (0-62mph requires 8.2 seconds formally).
Then, at that point, there's the six-chamber, 3.0-liter, 296bhp D300. It's very expensive, yet on the off chance that you extravagant a fast turn of speed (0-62mph requires 6.4 seconds) and something really gutsy to tow with, it's breaking.
For organization vehicle drivers searching for a low BIK charge rate, the 247bhp 2.0-liter P250 is to some degree eclipsed by the P400e module cross breed (PHEV).
With a 2.0-liter petroleum motor and an electric engine, it has a consolidated 398bhp, with a lot of moment muscle thanks to the engine. It's authoritatively equipped for up to 40 miles of electric-just driving, in any case, on paper, the Mercedes GLC 300e PHEV will oversee twofold that.
For more execution, consider the P400 Game. This 395bhp 3.0-liter six-chamber petroleum is stunningly speedy, with a 0-62mph season of simply 5.4 seconds. It's a commendable Porsche Macan S rival, yet the Macan has a more direct gas pedal reaction and a more responsive auto gearbox than the P400. On the off chance that the 400 Game is as yet not speedy enough for you, there's a P550 543bhp 5.0 V8 SVR variant - for more on that, see our Puma F-Speed SVR survey.
In the event that you're thinking about the F-Speed since it's a sportier SUV like the Macan, as opposed to for through and through solace, we figure you'll find the ride very proper.
The standard suspension set-up is firm in and out of town and the bigger amalgam wheel choices will generally fuel that, yet all the same it's not unforgiving. Things settle down and improve with speed, albeit the ride is as yet more occupied on motorways than a very much determined Audi Q5, BMW X3 or Volvo XC60. On the in addition to side, it's all around controlled, so there's tiny skip or squirm along undulating nation paths.
There's likewise an additional modern versatile set-up, called Versatile Elements. It's accessible as a choice with the D200 and P250 motors, and is standard in the event that you go for the D300, the P400e or the 400 Game. It's more flexible than the detached suspension however has a firmer edge than the most agreeable opponents.
In the event that you believe your SUV should sickle through twists more like a hot lid on braces than an outdated 4x4, you'll cherish the F-Speed. The manner in which it courses through quick twists, feeling truly deft, is great for a 1.8-ton vehicle. The main other SUV that handles too is the Macan.
It's just through truly sharp corners and unexpected course changes that you recollect that you're driving something a digit taller that tends to incline more than lower-riding vehicles. That being said the controlling is fast and exact, building weight at the perfect level to feel reliable and unsurprising.
It's positively more wieldy than the XC60. Forms with versatile suspension have a stiffer Powerful mode that straightens out the body so you get less incline in twists.
