The Fusion offers no less than 6 four-cylinder drivetrains: 175-hp 2.5L with six-speed automatic (S, SE); 175-hp 1.5L EcoBoost with six-speed automatic (optional on the SE); 178-hp 1.6L EcoBoost with six-speed manual (optional on the SE); 237-hp 2L EcoBoost with six-speed automatic (optional on the SE, standard on the Titanium); 188-hp 2L hybrid with an e-CVT (SE, Titanium); and a 195-hp plug-in 2L hybrid with an e-CVT (SE Energi, Titanium Energi). All-wheel drive is available in tandem with the 2L EcoBoost only.
Pros
- Nice design
- AWD available
- Nice selection of engines
- Good road handling
Cons
- Unpleasant CVT
- Enhanced fuel economy (hybrid)
- Imperfect driving position