COLOGNE, Germany – Ford today announced the first models in the new Ford Collection, with the introduction of Sound Edition versions Puma, Puma Gen-E and Kuga.
The Ford Collection is a limited series of special models that combine unique design elements with an enhanced specification in a single package. Launching the Ford Collection are the Sound Editions, giving customers the opportunity to experience audio quality that is superior to what most people can experience in their own homes.
Building on the B&O Premium Sound System already available on both Puma and Kuga, the Sound Edition takes the audio experience to a higher level. More powerful upgraded speakers are precisely engineered and acoustically tuned to maximise the extra performance across a variety of audio sources and driving conditions.
Visually the Puma and Kuga Sound Edition are designed to bring warmth and light both inside and outside, with carefully chosen contrasting colour schemes, fabrics and finishes contributing to a soothing and restful environment.
“With the Sound Edition versions of the Puma Gen-E, Puma and Kuga, we are giving customers the kind of audio experience that would be difficult and expensive to replicate in the home. Alongside distinctive visual elements, premium materials and unique colour schemes we have created models that have a distinct personality and the promise of a spectacular soundtrack to every journey,” said Jon Williams, general manager, Ford Blue, Europe.
Kuga and Puma Sound Edition offer enhanced B&O Performance Sound System for superior sound reproduction, alongside unique visual elements inside and out
Puma, Puma Gen-E and Kuga already feature the option of a B&O Premium Audio System with 10 speakers and 575 watts of power for outstanding sound reproduction. The Sound Edition models take this performance to a higher level, thanks to hardware upgrades with in-depth acoustic tuning program to extract the best possible performance.
On Puma and Puma Gen-E total power output is increased to 650 watts, while on Kuga the total output is a mighty 700 watts, with the increased power ensuring consistent sound quality even at high volumes without distortion.
“Both Ford and B&O strive for excellence in their products, and the Sound Edition models represent another step in our goal to provide superior sound quality to Ford customers whatever they like to listen to,” said Stefan Varga, HARMAN principal engineer, Acoustic Systems.
Puma Gen-E and Puma Sound Editions are available to order from June, with Kuga Sound Edition to follow later in the year.