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Ford Fusion
The Fusion’s mild freshening added standard safety features as part
of the Ford Co-Pilot 360 suite, and, for the plug-in hybrid version, an
extension of the electric-only range. We think the Fusion is a delight
to drive, with a supple ride and nimble handling reminiscent of a
European sports sedan. All trim levels and powertrains feel solid
and upscale, with a quiet, well-finished cabin. We found the optional
leather seats to be more supportive than the cloth ones, and the rear
seat is somewhat snug. The 1.5- and 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinders are
powerful enough, but neither has competitive fuel economy. Unlike
most midsize sedans, the Fusion is available with all-wheel drive.Overall Score 69-71
Predicted Reliability 20
Owner Satisfaction 30
Road-Test Score 80-83
Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 05Base Price: $22,840-$40,015
Body Styles: sedan
Trim Lines: Energi Titanium, Hybrid
SE, Hybrid SEL, Hybrid Titanium, S,
SE, SEL, Titanium
Drive Wheels: Front, AWD
Seating: 2 front, 3 rear
Engines: 1.5-liter 4 turbo (181 hp);
2.0-liter 4 hybrid (188 hp); 2.0-liter 4
turbo (245 hp); 2.5-liter 4 (175 hp)
Transmissions: 6-speed automatic;
CVTLength (in.)..................... 192
Width (in.) ......................73
Height (in.) ......................58
Wheelbase (in.) ................. 112
Weight (lb.) ..................3,505
% weight front/rear ...........59/41Max. Load (lb.) ................ 850
Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 16
Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........1,000Regular
CR overall mpg ...............22-3916 17 18
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Worse than average 02Ford F-150
Ford’s big-selling pickup truck has an all-aluminum body, which
saves about 700 pounds over its steel-bodied predecessor.
Engine choices include a variety of V6s and a 5.0-liter V8. The 2.7-
liter and 3.5-liter turbo V6s and the V8 are teamed with a 10-speed
automatic transmission. Both turbo V6s are quiet and effortless,
lending themselves to towing. Fuel economy is commendable. In
our tests the 2.7 got 19 mpg overall. The 2.7 is also surprisingly quick
from 0 to 60 mph. A diesel engine is also available. The cabin is very
quiet, but the ride is stiff and jittery. Handling is ponderous but ulti-
mately secure. We recommend getting the optional Sync 3 infotain-
ment system. Forward collision warning and automatic emergency
braking are standard for 2019.
Overall Score 67
Predicted Reliability 03
Owner Satisfaction 04
Road-Test Score 74
Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 50Base Price: $28,155-$70,560
Body Styles: crew cab; extended cab;
regular cab
Trim Lines: King Ranch, Lariat, Lim-
ited, Platinum, Raptor, XL, XLT
Drive Wheels: Rear, 4WD
Seating: 3 front, 3 rear
Engines: 2.7-liter V6 turbo (325 hp);
3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel (250 hp); 3.3-
liter V6 (290 hp); 3.5-liter V6 turbo
(375, 450 hp); 5.0-liter V8 (395 hp)
Transmissions: 6-speed auto;
10-speed auto
Length (in.)..................... 232
Width (in.) ..................... 80
Height (in.) ......................77
Wheelbase (in.) .................145
Weight (lb.) ..................5,065
% weight front/rear .......... 60/40
Max. Load (lb.) ................1,515
Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. NA
Towing Capacity (lb.) ......... 12,700
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CR overall mpg ..................19 Average
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