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2.0 SE FWD Deep Impact
charlie, 03/05/2016
updated 09/08/2017
2016 Ford Fusion SE 4dr Sedan AWD w/EcoBoost (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
25 of 29 people found this review helpful
Tech, NAV, and Appearance options. Overall, I'd say best bang for the buck at $7800 off MSRP. Powerful 2.0 engine with great handling, and the tech package gives a better radio speaker combo. At 2100 miles worst mpg was 20mpg on the first tank; best was 31mpg all highway. One negative is a warped rear window, but I'll live with it. Storage is lacking, and although others say the car is quiet compared to what they previously owned, I can't say the same as the 18" Goodyear's aren't quiet. The too far forward headrests are poor for long highway trips as I sit upright instead of reclined, so a neck pillow is recommended. I find the seat bottom angled too high and my legs are sore after a long trip. The majority of my driving time is city although the majority of the miles is highway. I shopped Camry, Avalon, Charger, Legacy, Outback, F150, and Maxima. The Fusion gave me the most for the least. I had a Bluetooth hiccup once, but restarting the vehicle fixed it. Would I buy it again? Yes. Follow-up 9-7-17: I finally found a comfortable headrest position, but the cloth seats I still detest on long drives. Average mpg is 25.2, however my last 3 tanks have been 18, 19, & 20 mpg in mostly city driving. So far no recalls or warranty issues. Lots of torque steer in my FWD. The electronics & NAV have been excellent. The factory tires are slick in the rain so I drive with a light foot on wet roads. On the flip side the tires are quiet on asphalt roads only. Best mpg 32 highway/worst mpg 18 city. Would I buy again - absolutely. Best bang for the buck.
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Good car
Mindy , 08/11/2019
2016 Ford Fusion SE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I love my car it's been a great car just dont care for the bluetooth that doesnt work. The car doesn't always connect to your phone but the symbol is on the screen it's like it gets stuck for some reason
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Final Update - 62,000
Daxer, 11/26/2017
updated 12/03/2018
2016 Ford Fusion SE 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
My 2016 1.5 liter Fusion SE was one of the best car's I've ever owned. After 62,000 miles without any maintenance problems, continued great gas mileage (around 38 highway on average over that many miles) and only some minor annoyance issues already mentioned in my previous reviews, last week I gave the '16 Fusion to my son and bought an '18 Fusion SE. I can only hope this one gives me the same worry-free ownership experience I enjoyed with the last one. ================== 2 Year/50,000 Update Got an email prompt from Edmunds to update my review so here goes: 2 Year/50,000 mile update. Still a great value. No further lug nut issues, still have the dash rattle but have learned to live with it (didn’t ask the dealer to try and isolate - at $84/hr). No maintenance issues, remains very dependable. I replaced the OEM Michelin A/S Energy Saver tires at 49,000 after some hydroplaning at highway speed but still had at least another 5K of good tread. I guess those tires live up to their design claim as I’m now getting about 3-4 mpg/gallon less with the new tires (down to “only” 34 - 36 hwy). Other than that I’m still very happy with my Fusion and my passengers continue to comment on the comfort of the interior and smoothness of the ride. Because of the high miles I drive annually (and because I get the Ford A/Z plan discount) I usually get a new car every 3 years but I just may hang onto my Fusion for an additional year or two especially since Ford’s decided to discontinue the model. As a side note for used car shoppers, I stopped in to check out the new 2018 models and learned the Fusion power plant/drivetrain was “tweaked” in 2017 and models after 2016 get a tad less EPA mpg than earlier models if gas economy is a primary concern. (And think twice about black leather interior. It looks nice and is easy to keep clean but it can get hot in the summer sun.) ========================== Original review: 2016 Fusion SE, 1.5 liter turbo, owned for 18 months and 44,000 miles. I won't repeat in detail what most reviews have addressed: The Fusion is a very nice care and a great value. It's comfortable, easy to maintain, and fuel efficient if driven conservatively -- I routinely get between 38-40 mpg @ 60 mph of state highway driving. There is a driver's side dash rattle that developed at about 40K point that I can't seem to isolate which is driving me a little nuts but overall I'm happy with my Fusion. HOWEVER, my main reason for this review is to highlight a problem many might not be aware of with the Fusion (and other Ford models) and that is the lousy lug nuts which can (and do) deform. Rather than use a solid steel lug nut Ford uses a steel core with a chrome or aluminum cap. With repeated removal (like when rotating your tires) the caps deform to the point where you cannot get the lug nut wrench (or a 19mm deep well socket) over the nut. If this happens and you get a flat out in the middle of nowhere, you're screwed. You won't be able to change the tire and will have to call for a tow. Ford blames people using an air gun and over torquing the nut. It also tends to happen when folks use a 12-point socket instead of a 6-point socket. But I always use a torque wrench and hand torque to Ford specs and it happened to me. Fortunately I discovered it while the vehicle was sitting in the drive and not on the shoulder of I-75 with a flat. My advice is to simply replace all of your lug nuts with one-piece nuts at your earliest convenience! You can get a set of 20 for about $30 and it's well worth the peace of mind. I went to three auto parts stores in my town (NAPA, Carquest, O'Reillys) and they were all aware of the Ford lug nut issue. In August 2017 a class-action lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan to make Ford own up and replace the nuts (google Ford swollen lug nuts).
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Very fun car to drive
jeroutdoors@msn.com, 04/05/2016
2016 Ford Fusion SE 4dr Sedan AWD w/EcoBoost (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
26 of 31 people found this review helpful
I've had the car for about 1 month and I love it! I got the turbo AWD and it is a blast to drive. Interior is very comfortable and well made. The car just has a well build feel to it. Good construction and good materials. Great car. Highly recommend.
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Ford Fustion Titanium is the car for me
AF, 09/11/2018
2016 Ford Fusion Titanium 4dr Sedan w/EcoBoost (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I've leased this vehicle for 3 years. If my residual was not so high, I'd purchase it outright. The interior is roomy, comfy (especially on long trips) and averages 37 mph on the interstate. The trunk room is absolutely fantastic. I'd like the instrumentation to be a bit more user friendly. Other than that, I have no complaints. I'm disappointed that Ford is phasing out the Fusion Titanium. The Fusion is as small as I want to go and I'm not that keen on having a SUV again.
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