AFFORDABLE, reliable, practical and available at a good price. That pretty much defines our pick of the best all-around car on Sun Motors right now.
Searching for a new car is a whole lot easier with Sun Motors. There’s no need to drive around to dealers, you can search from a hand-picked selection of fair-priced, high-quality cars from trusted dealerships.
Every Sun Motors car has been checked by an expert to ensure it’s in tip-top condition and safe to drive.
You can also access finance, too – even if you’ve been refused elsewhere.
The best place to buy a car in the UK? We think so, especially when you can pick up a bargain like our choice of the best all-round car available.
What is Sun Motors?
Sun Motors is on a mission to make buying a new car fast, fun and easy. How? We put the power in your hands, enabling you to search through thousands of used cars, all being sold by a trusted dealer.
All used car dealers have been pre-approved to ensure they meet our standards.
That means the cars they sell have all been checked before being advertised for sale. You can buy with complete confidence.
We’re also making it easier to apply for finance. You’ll see a range of repayment options, including the chance to buy the car outright or apply for HP or PCP.
Our choice of the best all-round car: 2021 Ford Puma
Model: Ford Puma 1.0T EcoBoost MHEV Vignale
Model: Ford Puma 1.0T EcoBoost MHEV Vignale
We’re old enough to remember the original Ford Puma with the Steve McQueen advert.
We reckon that this 2021 facelift Ford Focus is just as cool. This fantastic Ford has a huge number of fans, including Whatcar?, who awarded the Puma it its “Most Loved Car” award in 2021.
The Ford Puma looks great. The 5-door ST-Line version here is big enough for a growing family, but when you’ve dropped the kids off at school, it’s stylish enough to make a statement wherever you end up.
The Puma has a good reliability record and with Ford’s strong dealer network, you’re not going to need to travel far for a tune-up, service or repair.
Mileage
With just 51,000 Miles, this Ford Puma is barely broken in. These cars can operate for high mileages, as long as they’re well maintained.
The highly economical EcoBoost engine works well with the 6-speed gearbox to make short city trips, or long motorway journeys a pleasure in the Puma.
Initial problems with the Ecoboost engine have been ironed out on the 2021 models, FordOwnersClub members say.
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Model
The Ford Puma 1.0T EcoBoost MHEV is described as a ‘mild hybrid’. As well as a powerful, but economical 155bhp engine, there’s also a small electric motor and battery.
This works in combination with the petrol-powered engine to improve fuel efficiency and lower emissions.
We’ve selected the Vignale version of the Ford Puma because we think it delivers a huge amount of value for a (relatively) small uplift in price.
Come on, you deserve a little luxury – even while ferrying the kids to and from school, football or endless birthday parties.
Upholstery
This is where things get exciting. The Vignale trim provides you with a whole host of upgrades, including leather seats, front massaging seats and an impressive in-car entertainment system.
It’s about as top-of-the-range as you’ll get from Ford, which is good enough for us.
Engine size
The 1.0 litre EcoBoost engine may not sound powerful, but it’ll take you from 0-62mph in 9.0 seconds. That’s not to be sniffed at, especially with fuel economy averaging over 50mpg.
The mild-hybrid engine provides enough of a push, with Auto Express saying she will reach a top speed of 118mph.
Safety features
The Ford Puma is a great family car that’s packed with advanced safety features, including blind-spot assist monitoring, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and traffic sign recognition.
You‘ve also got a whole host of airbags and a rearview camera to ensure no reversing bumps or blunders.
Overall opinion
We love the Ford Puma 1.0T EcoBoost Vignale. Even better than the fantastic performance is the price tag, with this one coming in at a reasonable £15,995.
Model: Ford Puma 1.0T EcoBoost MHEV Vignale
If you prefer, you can stick down a small deposit and pay it back at less than £250 per month.
It’s a really smart, feature-packed and fun car that’s suitable for all circumstances. Sure, the Vignale trim is an indulgent extra, but we think you’re worth it.
As well as great performance, filling the tank of the Ford Puma won’t cause you too much pain at the pump either, with the EcoBoost mild hybrid delivering an impressive 50mpg.
This Ford Puma won’t hang around for long, but don’t worry, Sun Motors is packed full of competitively priced cars. Don’t fancy a Ford? You can search all cars, makes and models in seconds.
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How does Sun Motors make buying a used car easy?
Firstly, it’s simple to search for the car you want using the intelligent search function.
You can type the make and model and then add other information, like your top monthly payment amount. Click enter and let the intelligent algorithm do the rest.
When you’ve found a car you like, you can use WhatsApp to message your car dealer to discuss anything, from the essential specs to fuel economy, engine performance and price.
Don’t worry, there’s no pressure or pushy salespeople. You can ask questions when you want over WhatsApp.
Sun Motors can even help those with poor credit or people who may have struggled to access finance in the past. You can buy a car and even apply for flexible finance, all from the comfort of your armchair.
Some dealers will even deliver your car to you (for a fee, obviously).
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Benefits of buying a used car
Buying a used car is the best way to pick up a bargain.
New cars depreciate the moment your foot touches the accelerator, with some vehicles like the Vauxhall Corsa Electric losing an eye-watering 70% in just three years.
The used car market enables you to choose from literally thousands of motors, from nearly new cars with that fresh smell to high-mileage, low-cost bargains.
You’ll also find that accessible financing options like PCP and HP enable more people than ever to get the cars they want with affordable monthly repayments.
Is it easy to insure a used car?
Insuring a used car is simple. In fact, you can search for insurance for a new vehicle in a few minutes using online comparison sites.
This enables you to get a no-obligation quote, which means no surprises when it comes to protecting your new car once you’ve paid the deposit and arranged the finance.
Buying a used car? Check out Sun Motors and find your next vehicle today. Whether you’re looking for automatic, manual or electric, use Sun Motors to decide on your next model.
