- sedan 75,252
- 9,995 high price
- Pasadena, MD
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- autoshopper.com
- sedan 75,252 gasoline grey automatic
2011 ford fusion hybrid review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Class-leading midsize car. introductionthe ford fusion has established itself as a leader among midsize sedans. The fusion matches or surpasses its japanese competitors in various quality surveys, and leads the class in fuel economy. How times have changed. the fusion competes with the toyota camry, honda accord, chevrolet malibu, hyundai sonata and several other very good cars, and holds its own with any of them. All the ford fusion powerplants are competitive in power output and technological features, and all deliver impressive fuel economy. Even the lower-trim fusion models are smooth and quiet. The 2011 fusion hybrid delivers the highest epa mileage ratings of any midsize car: 41/36 mpg city/highway. all-wheel drive is available for the fusion, a rarity among midsize sedans. the fusion fits a range of budgets. The base car comes reasonably well equipped and with the optional 6-speed automatic transmission just cracks $20,000. Ford's voice-activated sync system, which easily pairs phones and audio devices with the car, is an inexpensive option on lower-trim models. High-trim fusions offer excellent, high-power sony audio, a sumptuous leather interior package, advanced electronic systems like blind-spot warning and one of the easiest-operating navigation systems anywhere. nicely enhanced with chrome, the fusion looks muscular and crisp, with more than a hint of euro panache. fusion comfortably seats five. Every model is roomy and comfortable, with one of the largest trunks in the class. with the 6-speed manual the fusion is almost a sports sedan. The 263-horsepower fusion sport is truly powerful, quick and excitingly agile. the fusion hybrid's gas engine and electric motor deliver a combined 191 hp, but the literally instantaneous torque makes it feel like more. These are real-world figures. During los angeles morning rush, we drove the fusion hybrid in heavy traffic from the sunset strip 10 miles west along hilly, snaking sunset boulevard to the beach, then south to santa monica pier, all the while proceeding at a distinctly non-funereal pace. Without fuss, the hybrid delivered an impressive 41. 5 mpg. For 2011, ford's mykey system, which lets parent limit top-speed and audio volume for teen drivers, is standard. The only option for the s is the 6-speed automatic 875). fusion se 21,373) adds six-speaker audio, sirius satellite radio, steering wheel audio controls, fog lamps, six-way power driver seat, a folding rear seat, body-color mirrors and 17-inch steel wheels. It also allows more options, including a 3. 0-liter, 240-hp flex-fuel v6 with the automatic 2,490). most option packages are specific to the fusion trim level, and all models but the base car offer a rapid spec or preferred package. On the se 1,340), it includes a power moonroof, ford's sync voice-activated device pairing system and a auto-dimming rearview mirror with microphone and compass. It upgrades from the se with leather-trimmed heated seats, power-adjustable passenger seat, dual-zone automatic temperature control, sync, auto-dimming rearview, heated outside mirrors, and keyless entry pad on the driver's door. All-wheel drive 3,460) is optional, including the 3. 0-liter v6. For 2011, the sel is offered with a luxury package 1,295) that adds ginger or charcoal black premium leather upholstery, machined aluminum pedals, illuminated door sills, premium floor mats with logo, polished 17-inch aluminum wheels, and chrome mirror caps and door handles. The sel rapid spec grouping 2,790) adds a high-wattage sony sound system with cd changer, 12 speakers and dolby surround sound processing, ford's blind spot information system (blis), rear view camera, rain sensing wipers, and rear park assist. fusion sport 25,825) is powered by a 263-hp 3. 5-liter v6 engine with the automatic. It includes the sports suspension, 18-inch wheels with performance tires, chrome trim, rear spoiler, and unique side rocker sills. All-wheel drive 1,850) is available. Unique hybrid-specific lcd instrumentation and the rear park assist are standard. Rapid spec for the hybrid 5,370) adds the moonroof, sony audio, a voice-activated navigation system, blis, rain sensing wipers and the rear view camera. stand-alone options include the navigation system 1,880), rear park assist 295), rear spoiler 295), and an engine-block heater (no charge). safety features on all fusions include multi-stage front impact airbags, front passenger side-impact airbags, head-protection curtains for all outboard occupants and a warning system that sounds the horn, lights the emergency flashers and unlocks the doors in the event of an accident. Active safety features include anti-lock brakes (abs) with electronic brakeforce distribution (ebd), stability control and a tire-pressure monitor. Optional safety features include the blind sport warning system, rearview camera, rear park assist, and all-wheel drive. walkaroundin style and stance, the ford fusion has a sporting, fun-to-drive spirit not normally associated with workaday, midsize japanese or american cars. The fusion, rather, has the cues of a finely conceived european sedan gone global. the fusion was substantially restyled for 2010, but there are a couple of noteworthy exterior changes for 2011. Cars not equipped with blis blind-spot warning electronics add beveled blind-spot mirrors that expand the view over the driver's shoulders. Not often in the past 10 or 15 years has a mainstream american midsize elicited that. the sinuousness continues through the carefully raised modeling of the hood, implying that what lies beneath is something genuinely worthy. The fusion's flanks are accented by gleaming streaks of chrome, delivering both a dynamically fresh appearance and excellent aerodynamic efficiency. Its coefficient of drag, aided by underbody airflow tuning, is a low 0. 32, helping to reduce wind noise and achieve higher fuel mileage. given the conservative looks of primary competitors like the honda accord and toyota camry, the fusion's styling makes a statement all its own. Indeed, honda has taken a fusion-inspired tact with its latest styling update for the accord. ford designers have combined graceful styling with practicality in another way. The fusion's high-bustled three-box design delivers a tall trunk space, but maintains an easy lift-over height. An acoustically laminated windshield, thick front-door glass and double or triple sealing gaskets help reduced interior noise. There are painted, machined and full-polished options in several patterns, but even the standard plastic covers look decent. interiorfrom the base model to those to loaded with features, the ford fusion is comfortable and quiet, with nothing that seems excessively cheap. Gauge needles sweep back and forth as the interior lighting and chime. Power Locks✔ Anti-lock Brakes✔ Heated Seats✔ AM/FM✔ Cruise Control✔ Navigation System✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ CD Changer✔ Aluminum Wheels
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