more about this model By car standards, the 2017 Ford Fusion is middle-aged. The current Fusion was introduced as a 2013 model and became instantly beloved for its sleek profile and swiped-from-an-Aston-Martin front grille. But after four years, it could look pretty stale in the marketplace. Time for a midcycle refresh and update.
By the standard of refreshes, the Fusion has undergone a subtle one. Of course there's a new front grille, and it's joined by new headlights in a redesigned fascia. Inside, the conventional automatic shifter has given way to a new rotary control. The big advantage of rotary knobs, however, is that they use less space to do their job, and Ford hasn't radically changed the center console to free up that real estate.
But then there's Ford's new Sync 3 entertainment and information system, which is easier to use, more fast and responsive, and features much clearer graphics than the unloved MyFord Touch system that it replaces.
Added to the option list, among other things, are LED headlights, lane keeping assist, a rear cross-traffic alert system, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning system, and a revised automatic parking system that will both parallel park and perpendicular park without driver input. There's also a new Platinum trim level that packs in practically every option and adds amenities such as quilted leather upholstery and a power-adjustable steering wheel.
The most exciting Fusion will now be the new Fusion Sport V6, which comes powered by a turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 with 325 horsepower. With 350 pound-feet of torque on tap, it should prove to be the quickest mainstream midsize sedan for sale in North America.
The base Fusion S — selling primarily to fleet customers &mdash is powered by the familiar, non-turbocharged 2.5-liter Duratec four-cylinder engine, which is rated at 175 horsepower. The popular SE model comes with the 2.5L Duratec standard but can also be had with a fuel-sipping, 1.5-liter EcoBoost turbocharged-four with 181 hp or a robust 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder EcoBoost engine with 245 hp. The more luxuriously equipped Titanium and Platinum models get the 2.0-liter EcoBoost standard. All models use a six-speed automatic transmission as standard, and the SE and above offer the option of all-wheel drive.
Ford also offers Fusion Hybrid and plug-in hybrid Fusion Energi models that are covered under their own reviews.
With solid entries from virtually every mainstream manufacturer, finding the right midsize sedan for you can be confusing. If the 2017 Ford Fusion appeals, Edmunds is here to help you find the one that's just right for you.
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Sport w/EcoBoost 4dr Sedan AWD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
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The 2017 Ford Fusion Sport is AWESOMELY fun to drive and is as comfortable as it is agile. I like the active dampening compared to my 2015 Ford Fusion, but oh how I miss that car compared to this one. Ive called Ford Roadside Assistance 5 times in less than three months to deal with electrical issues with my vehicle, which has less than 3000 miles on it. Finally decided to take it into the dealership yesterday, couldnt get a loaner, and sat there for several hours. But alas! The problem wasnt the battery as I suspected but instead a measly fuse that has been causing unwarranted drain to serially kill my battery. Great! Until I hop in my car this morning and it wont start... What a joke! Shipped from the manufacturer with a lemon of a battery or potentially worse - electrical problems. The dealer claims they cant replace the battery until it fails on the rotunda, and they say it has "passed" their specs. What's truly troubling is how much I love driving this vehicle but what use does a car have if it sits in your driveway without being able to turn on? Dealer wont fix it in a timely manner or to customer's satisfaction. I likely wont be purchasing another Ford again, and I certainly cant recommend the brand to any of my friends or family.
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The 2017 Ford Fusion earned a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA and "GOOD" ratings from the IIHS in the following caregories: Side Impact Test, Roof Strength Test, Rear Crash Protection/Head Restraint, Moderate Overlap Front Test Results, and a JD POWER overall quality rating of 3.0 out of 5. Among Edmunds' many tools and resources for finding your perfect car are detailed safety ratings and analysis from NHTSA, IIHS, and JD Power, including overall ratings, frontal barrier crash ratings, side impact tests and crash ratings, rollover test results, roof strength tests, rear crash protection and head restraint ratings, side barrier ratings, combined side barrier and pole ratings, and more.
Available Ford Fusion 2017 Submodel Types: Sedan, Hybrid
Available Trims: SE, S, Titanium w/EcoBoost, Titanium, SEL, Sport w/EcoBoost, SE w/EcoBoost, SPORT, Hybrid
Exterior Colors: Ingot Silver Metallic, Magnetic Metallic, Shadow Black, Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Oxford White Clearcoat, Tuxedo Black Metallic, White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat, Sterling Gray Metallic, Burgundy Velvet Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Lightning Blue, White Gold, Deep Impact Blue Metallic, Deep Impact Blue, Guard Metallic, Black, Steel Blue Metallic, Dark Side, Red Candy Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Bronze Fire Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Blue Metallic, Sunset Metallic, White Suede, Tuxedo Black Clearcoat Metallic, Tectonic Metallic, Oxford White, Black Clearcoat, White Gold Metallic, Blue Flame Metallic, Bordeaux Reserve Metallic, Brilliant Silver Clearcoat Metallic, White Suede Clearcoat, Redfire Clearcoat Metallic, Sport Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Sterling Gray Clearcoat Metallic, Sangria Red Clearcoat Metallic, Smokestone Clearcoat Metallic, Dune Pearl Clearcoat Metallic, Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic, Vapor Silver Clearcoat Metallic, Dark Ink Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Cinnamon Metallic, Dark Blue Pearl Clearcoat Metallic, Alloy Clearcoat Metallic, Atlantis Green Clearcoat Metallic, Charcoal Beige Metallic, Merlot Clearcoat Metallic, Moss Green Clearcoat Metallic, Light Sage Clearcoat Metallic, Ginger Ale Metallic, Silver Frost Clearcoat Metallic, Titanium Green Clearcoat Metallic, Tungsten Silver Clearcoat Metallic, White Platinum Tri-Coat Clearcoat
Interior Colors: Charcoal Black cloth, Ebony leather, Charcoal Black leather, Medium Light Stone leather, Dark Earth Gray leather/suede, Medium Light Stone cloth, Medium Soft Ceramic leather, Dune cloth, Earth cloth, Ebony cloth, Ebony premium leather, Charcoal Black premium cloth, Dune leather, Charcoal Black premium leather, Charcoal Black w/Black Inserts leather, Camel cloth, Camel leather, Ginger premium leather, Brick Red premium leather, Charcoal Black w/Alcantara Blue Suede Seat Inserts and Stitching leather/sueded microfiber, Charcoal Black w/Sport Blue Inserts leather, Medium Light Stone premium cloth, Medium Soft Ceramic premium leather, Charcoal Black w/Sport Red Inserts leather
Popular Features: Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Rear Bench Seats, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Trip Computer, Alarm, Aux Audio Inputs, Tire Pressure Warning, Stability Control, Power Driver Seat, Bluetooth, USB Inputs, Post-collision safety system, Back-up camera, Auto Climate Control, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Heated seats, Parking sensors, Leather Seats, Remote Start, Navigation, Keyless Entry/Start, Upgraded Headlights, Sunroof/Moonroof, AWD/4WD, Upgraded Engine, Upgraded Stereo, Mobile Internet, Blind Spot Monitoring, Lane Departure Warning, Cooled Seats, Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Braking, Apple Carplay/Android Auto, Pre-collision safety system
Engine/Mechanics: 4, 6 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC, MANUAL
Fuel Types: regular unleaded, premium unleaded (recommended), flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Drivetrains: front wheel drive, all wheel drive
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