Head to head · Crossover SUV
Ford Puma vs Kia Niro
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Ford Puma comes out ahead of the Kia Niro, winning 2 of the 3 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Ford Puma | Kia Niro |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £16,700 (2023, 25,500 mi) | £20,250 (2023, 36,000 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 63% | 63% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 76 | 88 · wins |
| Average mpg | 48 · wins | 35 |
| Insurance group | 12 · wins | 17 |
| Road tax / year | £195 | £195 |
| Typical annual service | £240 | £185 · wins |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
Puma vs Niro — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Puma or the Niro?
The Kia Niro scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 88 against the Ford Puma's 76 out of 100.
How much does a used Puma cost compared with a Niro?
A roughly three-year-old Ford Puma is worth about £16,700 at typical mileage, against about £20,250 for the equivalent Kia Niro.