2013 Ford Fusion: The Fusion will offer buyers their choice of conventional, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid models. Those who opt to go strictly fossil fuel have three engine options: a 170-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder mated to a six-speed automatic; a 179-hp, 1.6-liter EcoBoost turbo four mated to either a six-speed auto or a six-speed manual; and a 237-hp, 2.0-liter EcoBoost four mated to a six-speed automatic. (All power figures are estimates, but they’re not likely to change by much once final specs are released.)
All-wheel drive is again available, but only on the 2.0-liter Fusion. An engine stop-start system will be standard on and exclusive to 1.6-liter models, where it is said to reduce fuel consumption and emissions by 3.5 percent. Fusion hybrid buyers get a new 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder to replace the outgoing 2.5-liter unit. A permanent-magnet AC synchronous motor holds up the electrical end of the momentum bargain, helping to boost total system output to 185 hp and 130 lb-ft of torque.
2013 Ford Fusion
2013 Ford Fusion Interior
2013 Ford Fusion
2013 Ford Fusion