Ford Fusion Review (North America)

In August 2005 for the first time presented a new model of the sedan Ford Fusion. North America was the only country where the novelty was sold. Only after some time Ford Motor Company decided to partially expand the markets, capturing the southern part of the continent. The car fell to the taste of buyers and almost completely replaced the popular model Mondeo. In comparison with its predecessor, Fusion was equipped with technological novelties, but with such a complete set it was quite inexpensive. The car constantly gave in to restyling: engines were improved, appearance changed, etc.

In 2011, there was an unpleasant story with the Ford Fusion. North America recalled a large batch of cars from sales, as a marriage was detected in the wheel mounting system. The company recognized this as a production defect.

The new "Ford Fusion"

A large number of people (both experts and ordinary buyers) have long expected the release of the new Ford Fusion model. Accustomed to strict forms of motorists were completely shocked by the car, which was completely modernized.

It is worth noting that for European markets since 2002 the same model with a hatchback body was produced. Although their names are exactly the same, but there is nothing in common between them. Ford Fusion (North America) - this sedan is quite large. The peculiarity of the model is that it completely approaches our roads. Such changes are related to the company's desire to firmly gain a foothold in the Russian market.

Exterior Features

After inspecting the car, the drivers celebrate the special style that the producers gave to it. The front part of Ford Fusion (photo can be seen in the article) is presented by a powerful hood with a lot of ribs, updated head optics, a massive bumper with neat lines of fog lamps and an air intake. All the changes allowed not only to give a special style, but also improved the overall performance of the car on the road. Side of the American sedan can be recognized by the features inherent in the company's products: these are huge wheel arches, clear notches, a parallel window-sill. There were no other changes.

Behind the car looks solid, in addition, despite the small length of the luggage compartment, manufacturers were able to increase the volume due to an increase in the level of height. The dimensions of the updated version of Ford Fusion (North America) are the following indicators: 4870h1852h1478 mm. Wheelbase - 2850 mm.

Changes in the cabin

The interior of the novelty is full of changes. Once you get here, you notice the improved quality of the parts, excellent ergonomics, excellent space and comfort. Such changes lead to the idea of the possibility of competing with strong rivals. The instrument panel of the car is very bright, but the color scheme is chosen perfectly, accordingly, it will not be evident. The central console has completely changed: it now contains informative controls. Do not forget the designers about the driver: for more convenience, he installed a new chair, full of various settings, with excellent lateral support.

Equipment

The technical equipment of the car has significantly improved. Now in the new version there are:

• air conditioning;
• fog lights;
• The modern structure of LED-based lamps;
• Airbags around the perimeter of the entire cabin;
• on-board computer;
• Adaptive cruise control;
• Automatic helper on a hill;
• System of traffic stability and traffic stabilization.

Technical equipment

Technical capabilities of the car became much more serious. The modern engines of the "EcoBust" system were replaced in three versions: two diesel units and one hybrid unit, which were installed for the Russian versions of the Ford Fusion.

Characteristics of technical equipment can begin with a description of a 1-liter three-cylinder engine, the power of this engine is 125 hp. Next comes the 1.5 liter turbocharged model with 180 horsepower. Completes the "EcoBuest" engines 2-liter version of 240 hp.

Diesel units are presented in 1.5 and 2 l versions. The power of such units, respectively, will be equal to 170 hp. And 225 hp. The hybrid engine will have 190 hp under the hood. These units are equipped with "mechanics", for automatic versions, an automatic gearbox is immediately installed.

The cost of the basic version begins with 850 thousand rubles. The most expensive car will cost the owner 1.4 million rubles.