2020 Ford Fusion Titanium Review -- Still Worth Buying?

2020 Ford Fusion Titanium Review -- Still Worth Buying?
Ford is no longer making the Fusion for 2020 but there are still some buyers who would prefer a sleek looking sedan over an awkward looking crossover. There are some advantages to having a sleek and sporty sedan and not everyone wants a Ford EcoSport. There are some good and bad things about the Fusion that might have you second guessing a potential purchase. With manufacturers leaning more towards larger vehicles and shying away from crossovers, sedans are becoming more and more rare but that doesn't mean that there aren't buyers who would much prefer a more sporty car. Take a look at this Fusion and see if it's still worth considering in 2021.

[@zeusgaming3337]

I have a 2020 titanium and I absolutely love it. I can’t believe how good it handles I feel so confident going into long bends at 60+. The styling is my fav part

[@chrisdrives8204]

Me too

[@JasPlun]

Wait until you get into the 70-80k range and a word of advice service the transmission every 40k miles or your most likely going to be spending a lot of money to have it replaced before you hit 100k.

[@bpbzy1844]

Do you still like it im thinking about getting one

[@Junior323L]

How’s is it still driving ??

[@mikeythesquid1427]

@@JasPlun thanks ND, that is exactly the answer i was looking for.

[@TheRichgod100]

I've have a 2014 titanium 2.0 since 64k miles and it now has almost 110k. Has a k & n cold air intake. The transmission isn't butter smooth BUT, its a reliable car. Only had 2 issues. A fuel pressure sensor needed to be replaced and fuel charcoal box was getting flooded due to me probably trying to squeeze more fuel in it at the pump. I'll trade it in for a 2020 soon!

[@jeffaulik3980]

The 2 liter is one of Ford's most reliable engines. The 1.5 liter is the engine to avoid. Change the oil and filter every 3-5,000 miles and flush and fill the transmission each 60,000 miles with top quality fluids and you will have a car that lasts just as long as anything comparable on the road. We have two of them and they are both powerful and trouble-free.

[@JasPlun]

I agree with the servic recommendation, but I traded mine for a 2020 Toyota Camry and I will bet it will last twice as long as the Fusion with much less issues down the road.

[@jeffaulik3980]

@@JasPlun We will have to agree to disagree on this one. Just completed a nice, long road trip in the Fusion, driving in quiet comfort while averaging over 34 MPG. I'll let my friend know how wonderful Toyotas are as she feels the pain of a spun rod bearing at 104,000 miles with her Toyota Sequoia. Her new Expedition is on the way.

[@JasPlun]

Spun Rod Bearing is caused by poor maintenance and considering the milage it was not a factory defect, but nice try. That new Ford will have her back in a Toyota or Honda within 2 years. All of these junk Eco engines being made by domestic companies right now are complete garbage. The 2015 Fusion we had was terrible and not even close to comparing to a Camry. Fordtechmakoloco has a ton of videos on these Eco-Junk engines and he is probably one of the best Ford tech's around. No brand makes a perfect vehicle, but Toyota has the best reputation in the industry. When things go wrong they are also one of the best at correcting the problems. No way I am ever buying another Ford unless its a Pre-80's classic.

[@hircine92h]

@@JasPlun In my region, the Fusion only comes with 2.5L engine, so whats your thoughts about them? is the Fusion with the 2.5L a good and reliable car?

[@JasPlun]

@@hircine92h My opinion is this they are a crap shoot you will get an ok car or a bad car. My advice is buy a Toyota or Honda. Yes a little more up front, but you will save a lot more money down the road and have higher re-sale value. Our Fusion wore tires out as well and it is common with them. You have to put a set of new tires every 20k miles. My Toyota has gone 30k and still has decent Tread. You will thank me later on if you buy a Toyota or Honda.

[@jamesballard6564]

The coolant leak into cylinder issue was corrected for 2L engines manufactured from April 2019 onward. Great review!

[@chrisdrives8204]

Good to know. Thanks for watching!

[@3712bigboy]

I had a 2014 1.5 sold it for $12,000 with 90,000 miles with the only issue I had to fix was was the low fuel pressure sensor. Now I have a 2020 2.0 titanium they are great cars. Stop buying from buy here pay here and u won't have a problem ijs

[@bluejayloyal2293]

I had a 2015 ford fusion titanium and the went out on me. I loved that car.

[@chadkulikowsky5162]

I love the fusion the 2020 is my second. Killer car, fun to drive. I do miss my shifter though

[@joeimj6203]

I have the Fusions sister, the Focus titanium. My second focus to own. It has156000 miles on it, never a problem . They are damn good vehicles. What a shame they discontinued production

[@alanrowe6654]

About to buy my third fusion probably tomorrow. Great cars.

[@gailcox3199]

Are these hybrids

[@alanrowe6654]

second two were@@gailcox3199

[@yukonjack.]

The six speed dated back to 2006 on the first model year 3.0, V6.

[@matt8863]

1:34 The GM-Ford 6F family of transmissions actually dates well before 2013...2006 to be exact. Your Fusion Titanium 2.0 ecoboost uses either the 6F50 or 6F55, uprated for higher torque ratings over the more commonly used 6F35.

[@enacku]

I don't believe you're correct, only the bigger engines use the 6F50 or 6F55, but the ecoboost 2.0 uses the 6F35, i'm 99% sure

[@charlesw62]

@@enacku You are correct...the only transmission is the 6F35

[@gwaddles]

Excellent review

[@chrisdrives8204]

Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@jeanettehewitt8205]

prices

[@twinturbotony93]

Crazy the look of the interior is pretty much exactly the same as my 2015 fusion titanium, besides the hvac controls. I would've thought it would have some updates by 2020.

[@ixcutamp8059]

If it ain broke don't fix it. But do give it some nicer materials tho...

[@jsperez240]

@@ixcutamp8059 they should’ve fixed it. Transmissions are junk in these fords

[@ixcutamp8059]

@@jsperez240aren't you talking about the Focus?

[@jsperez240]

@@ixcutamp8059 both. I owned a 2014 focus and a 2015 fusion. They both had transmission issues under 100k miles.

[@HellBringer]

I feel the exact same I have a 2015 titanium and if they would of updated the tech like they did with the explorer, it would of been an amazing car.

[@erich84502ify]

I have one and its trouble free with 84k mi. 2 things though; it says Ford on it and too much plastic. It's a good car though

[@htc5972]

I can only imagine if the fusion still being made We could've gotten it with a 10 speed

[@robertgreenhalge1708]

I dunno...most people who are dealing with the newer 10 speeds seem to prefer the 6 speed instead. For some reason, the 10 speed particularly on the F-150 seems downright terrible.

[@antoinecooper7114]

My 2019 has had a torque clutch converter issue and now coolant leaking into the 2nd cylinder.

[@gabrielmcas]

How is Ford dealing with your problem? I’m from Brazil and I had the same issue. Had all periodic maintenance done by Ford dealership and just after two months my warranty expires the problem begun. Ford from Brazil refuses to make a extended warranty engine change (this is the usual procedure) now I’m about to pay more than 30% of the value of the car on a brand new engine.

[@gabrielmcas]

The engine series that comes with the factory defect in Brazil is the 910. In US is the same series number?

[@chrisdrives8204]

Yikes, sorry to hear about that

[@allitm4642]

So to summarize the 2020 Fusion hybrid has transmission and engine issues? Thanks 🙏👍

[@billgarbutt7844]

The 6 speed tranny is pretty reliable,its the CVT tranny that has issues.The 1.5 Ecoboost is junk,the 2.0 is pretty sound engine,but like he said,when you boost any 4 cyl,you drop reliabilty. And as a friend said,Ecoboost means you can have boost or eco,but not both.

[@robertgreenhalge1708]

This is just laughable. The hybrid system and transmission was purchased by Ford from Toyota. Same set up that the Prius uses. It has been a proven reliable system going back to the early Prius. I still see mid to late 2000's models with 300K miles on them still with original CVT and hybrid motors and batteries.

[@bernardandoh2444]

Fuel economy averaged 27 mpg? Then how come mine’s always 19mpg? Does it mean anything?

[@chrisdrives8204]

Not sure. I have a lead foot, too.

[@alonzovargas2732]

my daily is the SE AWD and its 80% city. the lifetime avg so far is 17.2mpg LOL.

[@zeusgaming3337]

I average 20.0 in my 2020 Titanium but I drive passionately.

[@robertgreenhalge1708]

I average between 55-60 MPG in the hybrid. Same tried and true tested hybrid system Ford purchased from Toyota. And, most tech features were standard on the base model hybrid SE. BTW, you don't "need" AWD...it is a marketing gimmick. I have never had AWD or 4WD and dealing with New England blizzards over the years can tell you proper all season tires work better than AWD with mediocre tires every day. I have passed many trucks off in the ditch in the winter having spun out. It's not the Sport V6, but the Titanium came standard with the EcoBoost 4 cylinder anyway so what's the point of a gas Titanium? You want a sporty sedan? Get the V6 Sport. You want a loaded Fusion? Get the Hybrid Titanium.

[@MandusahRamirez]

I Love My 2018 Ford Fusion Platinum 2.0 Twin Scroll Ecoboost But I hope your Engine Coolant didn’t disappear and end up in Your Cylinder Heads Yet🤦🏽‍♂️. Common problem with The 2nd Gen 2.0 Twin Scroll Ecoboost & The 1.5 Ecoboost. Also The Transmission Shifts like a Dual Clutch from 2nd to 3rd

[@RC-rg3vz]

I have a 16 and I’m fighting with Ford rn for my engine coolant leaking into cylinders lol Ford is a joke, never again

[@mrslim6235]

i had two ford fusions one i traded in titanium front wheel drive burned a lot of gas i shouldn’t of turned it in because i bought one that was in an accident and had to repair it out of pocket because the dealer wouldnt fix it but it burned a lot of gas for some reason but now i have a ford fusion 2019 all black awd and for some reason it’s better on gas not sure why because they both were the same cars but a different color and the one i got now awd

[@trenton737]

Didn't Ford recall them tho

[@malickacrandall5387]

@@trenton737no they just put out a service bulletin which is different than a recall. I unfortunately had to pay 7k for a new engine because ford wouldn’t replace it for free when it technically should be a recall

[@irvingotgame5258]

What do you mean still worth buying? Is there something wrong with this car?

[@chrisdrives8204]

Did you watch the video?

[@Emphasis213]

Theres a new 2022 ford fusion called the ford Mondeo. Its only available in China and its a beast esp the interior.

[@MadmaxMusic93]

HELL YES IT'S WORTH IT, BETTER THEN ANY SHIT ASS SUV OR TRUCK DUHHHH, I've own mine over a year no complaints have the deep sleep mode fixed had to update the software car is perfect again!!! Definitely get this car I 100% recommend it

[@pic6162]

Better than any KIA or Hyundai. Going to be sadly missed. Ford needs to consider bringing it back. Titanium is a nice vehicle.

[@historygirl0126]

What’s wrong with Hyundai? And I agree. It was a mistake to discontinue this one.

[@hircine92h]

What? isn't the Hyundai Sonata's from 2015 and up are one of the best if not the best reliable sedans for price?

[@connormcquaid7462]

@@hircine92h it's slow

[@hircine92h]

@@connormcquaid7462 I don't care about that. Im looking for reliability plus where I live its just a very small country and always traffic. I'd rather get an economic reliable car.

[@hircine92h]

@@connormcquaid7462 Here, Hyundai's Sonata, Elnatra and Accent and Kia's Optima have invaded the country. They're extremely popular because of how reliable, cheap to maintain and gas economic they're. They even taking over Toyota's Corolla and Camry place because they're cheaper to purchase.

[@zaiah9680]

My car has 50k miles already and it’s a 19 titanium and it has had no problems 🤷‍♂️

[@chrisdrives8204]

Great! I love the styling on these

[@rememberberries4277]

No coolant leaking into engine? I have a lawsuit against Ford for my fusion 2016 se

[@zaiah9680]

@@rememberberries4277 nope I have had no problems with it at all👍

[@ASPEDBUSDRIVER1]

@@rememberberries4277 I had a rental 2017 fusion titanium and it had a blown head gasket

[@Reddylion]

Nice

[@zeusgaming3337]

Btw im pretty sure it’s actually a 13.5 gallon tank and even with premium I usually get around 360 miles on a tank and 20.0mpg

[@chrisdrives8204]

It's not 13, that would be tiny for this car

[@johnnyedify]

Most Fords I have owned lately have rather small fuel tanks. It is a pain on long trips to keep stopping to re fuel.

[@FlexSZN23]

The FWD 2.0 has a 16.5 gallon tank, the AWD 2.0 has a 19 gallon tank

[@elitetrollingrl6204]

@@FlexSZN23 maybe in the 2020 but my 17 has a 14

[@robertgreenhalge1708]

I have a 2019 Fusion Hybrid. I average between 55-60 MPG in city driving. MUCH better than the rated 44. Almost 700 mile range. Not sure how big the tank is, but on almost empty it cost me less than $25 to fill up when I last filled it over a month ago.

[@erich84502b]

I have the 1.5 EcoBoost with 124k mi

[@boleroakoable]

no ford sedan for 2021 anymore?

[@chrisdrives8204]

No 😬

[@theshield1613]

Ford focus is the only 4 door sedan is still in production only in Europe

[@gailcox3199]

Are these hybrids?

[@chrisdrives8204]

Some are

[@LifeAfterM3th]

It's a beautiful car

[@calvinperrier541]

Wait I know this voice from the financial videos 😂😂😂

[@chrisdrives8204]

😂 What about the name? You have good taste in videos!

[@jersey1470]

19 inch wheels not 17 inch

[@chrisdrives8204]

Whoops

[@JasPlun]

I had a 2015 and had nothing but problems from it. I now have a 2020 Toyota Camry SE I traded it for. Shame because the Fusion's look great and drive ok, but they are way too problematic! The Camry blows it away in every area!

[@chrisdrives8204]

The Camry drives really well too!

[@r2ba435]

I have a 2019 Camry se and it has been very reliable but my experience is the opposite in some ways. I have very annoying interior rattles especially in the dash. My friends 2018 fusion titanium is like a vault. No rattles at all and it feels a little more solid driving it. I will say though definitely no issues so far with the Camry other than that.

[@JasPlun]

@@r2ba435 Well personally the Fusion was quieter, but the break downs were very expensive so I would rather deal with a rattle oir 2 then to have to caugh up a few grand for repairs. My 2015 Fusion had a cracked cylinder head from the factory that did not manifest itself until 22k miles when it flooded the engine with so much water it would not fire. Left us stranded. Ford Towed it and fixed it then other things began to break. You could no longer connect a phone or use a USB drive the part that handled it broke and was a radio replace to fix. At 50k miles constant misfires that threw codes saying ignition coil so we replaced them still got them and did the injectors and plugs. Still had random misfires that you could feel while driving. I got tired of messing with it. Got a Toyota and have not looked back. I told the dealer it had random misfires. I asked the guy that sold it to me what they found out and he said after they traded for it they found the codes and it was in their Ford dealer they owned getting fixed what ever it was. Some people have luck with Ford. I have owned 5 of their products over the years ALL of them except 1 had problems and issues. The only one I had good luck with was a 1992 Ranger. All of the Toyotas I have owned were rock solid and never gave me problems. Yeah their stereo's always suck and they have a stiffer ride, but the money I save in few repairs and resale are well worth it. My 2020 Camry SE right now is worth more than I paid for it.

[@r2ba435]

@@JasPlun Oh I understand. That’s been my experience with dodge, my 2011 mopar edition charger went through two radiators, a water pump, fuel pump, and transmission issues before 70k. And the timing chain was going bad before I traded it.

[@roccojerome8143]

The Ecoboost engines STINK. the only engine in the line up is the Mazada 2.5 L engine. It is the least powerful but the most reliable of the bunch. Ford does NOT know how to build reliable engines anymore. Years ago they did better. This is what happens when they cut corners in parts and engineering. Bottom line be careful which engine you pick. Ford's problem is also the same in the other mfg too.

[@SeanSwann1]

Going from a MKZ to a fusion was the worst mistake of my life.

[@robertgreenhalge1708]

I actually did the opposite. I found myself not really using the features that the MKZ had. Sunroof...just made the cabin feel smaller in reality. And something to deal with when it starts to leak eventually. AC seats...felt weird and actually felt more wet than cold. Leather that started ripping on the seats...whereas cloth never did. Also leather is super hot in summer and freezing in winter. Heated seats were fine in winter but with cloth you don't need them. The Fusion hybrid I replaced it with actually had more tech stuff standard along with navigation. Overall, the MKZ was just going to turn into a money pit the longer it aged and when a lot of this stuff began to fail. And don't even get me started on fuel economy...I'm now getting between 55-60 MPG in city driving and yet the engine still feels just as strong as the MKZ's. The only thing I miss? The phenomenal THX sound system which was superb...until the back speakers blew out. At 50% volume level. Doh!

[@kennethg5460]

I have seen dental floss reviews that were more riveting.

[@chrisdrives8204]

Interesting

[@chadkulikowsky5162]

A manual version would be AMAZING. But Ford bitched out and went with the "cool kids". Nobody wants E cars Ford. Please dont stop making "cars"

[@yakkyuu12]

The REAL question is NOT answered by by a single drive, walk around or ANY of the EYE candy involved in any videos I have watched! The REAL question is --- how is the transmission, , how long do the BRAKES last, how about oil leaks and ALL the MOST important ---- PLUMBING that customers don't SEE, and has NO REAL idea of the QUALITY and LONGEVITY of the engine, brakes , transmission, and suspension system! Ford has BEEN a DISASTER -- for YEARS in their sedans division! NO, the WARRANTY is NOT an EXCUSE or FAIR BANDAID for for POOR materials under the hood !! People EXPECT and SHOULD get LONG reliability and NO MAJOR car problems for at LEAST 9-10 years(normal driving) ----- WITHOUT a WARRANTY, with NEEDING a warranty!!! Especially for a car close to $30,000! This is WHY FORD had NO CHOICE to EXIT the SEDAN market, NOT because they WANTED to, NOT because they made so much money off trucks! They LEFT the sedan market---- because they COULD NOT SHAKE their VERY POOR---- deserved---- REPUTATION in the car market!!! It is ashamed, The FUSION (2019 and 2020 versions) Look to be good cars. But the consumer has be RIPPED by FORD SO many times in the past--- with "EYE CANDY" YET ---- NO SUBSTANCE(reliability) under the hood and transmission!! Hopefully Ford learned something and WILL get their act together --- and TRY again LATER--- in the SEDAN MARKET!

[@chrisdrives8204]

I agree, their reliability is sub-par

[@Orangestardust]

The main problem is the transmission. It usually goes out at 100,000 miles. If you change the transmission fluid every 30k then I think you'll be fine. This is my third fusion and the transmission crapped out like clockwork at 100k but I'm not going to let that happen to this one. I'm at 30k and I changed the fluid at 25k. Shifts like a dream and I have a lead foot. I love sports mode.

[@zeusgaming3337]

I had a 2012 fusion se and drove it to 145k with no issues with the trans. Granted it would shift kinda hard when it was cold but once warmed up even with that many miles It shifted very smooth.

[@zeusgaming3337]

I have a 2020 now and unless you have a lead foot you hardly even feel the gear changes

[@allitm4642]

@@zeusgaming3337 Did you buy the 2020 Fusion used or new? Is it non plug in hybrid? Thanks

[@furiahispanica3823]

I was like all these glowing reviews especially on the 2.0L. Then I look at Car Complaints. Multiple Complaints of cooland leaking into the engine, 8 000 dollar cost...... crossed out Ford put my list of cars, no wonder they are cheap, no one wants a car Ford wont standy and recall.

[@chrisdrives8204]

I don't blame you. Most reviews are made by someone in a partnership with the car maker.

[@TruckCentral]

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[@chrisdrives8204]

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