Here's Why the Ford Fusion is the Best Midsize Car in the US

[@kildozer2012]

I have the 2013 SE ecoboost 1.6 turbo with 194K miles on it and it's needed very little heavy maintenance. Recently had the lover control arms on the front done and all four wheel bearings as well as the water outlet from the block since it's plastic and finally gave out causing a pretty big leak. It's always had it's oil changed at 7k miles on full synthetic This car has been such a wonderful daily driver and as you mentioned the interior feels soo amazing. For only having 180-ish HP it still has a ton of pep even with almost 200K miles Have a friend that spilled something on one of your seats? Just wipe it up and scrub for a few seconds, it will come completely out, I have no idea what material they used but it holds almost no moisture making it extremely easy to clean. It's sad that they discontinued the fusion but I'll probably drive this one until the wheels fall off then look for a 2016-2019 Titanium so I can experience the AWD that everyone raves about, though I still have no complaints about the FWD models, they all handle amazing, a lot better than you would expect a car that ranged from $24K-$35K new. They really do stand out with looks and performance as well

[@paulstein9258]

I have the 2017 Fusion Platinum. Great car. If you get one, get the Platinum AWD. It has every imaginable option standard. Had one corrected problem. Window bounceback. Tech bulletins showed correction. Perfect now. A small percentage of early 2017 models have had battery drain problems. Fix found. The 2016s are very well rated by CR. However, they have a mediocre infotainment system. The 2017 Sync 3 system is incredible. I would go for a 2018. My previous cars have been: 2013 Acura. 2011 Honda Pilot. 2008 Honda Ridgeline. 2004 Toyota Solara. 2002. Tundra. 2001 Accord. None were fun to drive. I finally decided the heck with resale value and was willing to give up some reliability. The Fusion is fantastic to drive. I hope to get many years out of this car. You can see how frequently I traded in my unsatisfying, but reliable, Japanese makes. Longest I have ever owned a car, my 1998 Ford Explorer Sport. 14 years. 150,000 miles. Also very enjoyable,

[@jgirtman012]

I have a 2018 Sport. The all wheel drive is front wheel biased. You can see where the power is being sent on the instrument panel. I love the little updates like all LED lighting, sync 3. along with a few other things. Very first thing I did was do 15% ctx tint around the front and back and 80% ctx on the windshield. Feel like I'm in a fishbowl without tint and it's hot as hell here in the south.

[@drs401960]

got a 2018 Fusion Titanium and I love it. There was a problem with the transmission initially, but the dealer fixed it and it is better than new. (Cleared the adaptive transmission control module and replace three solenoids!) This is a beautiful vehicle and very nice to drive. I'm coming from a 2005 Focus ST, which I love and still have, and it's like night and day! Analog vs. Digital! Love it!

[@hugovalencia7995]

Great Video, thank you for your feedback. I had been looking at the Ford Fusion Energi. I like the Fusion style overall. Great to look at and the interior looks amazing. Thank you for your personal perspective.

[@APokeInTheEye]

Now that I know that Ford is going to discontinue this car in 2020 I want it even more!

[@marcello728]

Just bought one love it

[@supershroom164]

They are?!?! Why?

[@WengStansWorld]

@@supershroom164 Fords statement is, " Sedans are not selling as well as the SUV, Crossover, Trucks " I'm calling BS as Focus and Fusions are like...literally EVERYWHERE ! I see more Focus and Fusions than Escapes and Explorers. I have even seen Fusions in South Korea where Fords are pretty rare. I think ford just wanted to stop manufacturing affordable sedans.

[@thewinner4319]

@@WengStansWorld BATMAN agrees 👍

[@rolandthomasset1713]

I love mine, for sure ! The front end smiles at me all the time, and has done it for 10 years !

[@paulstein9258]

Good question. I’m 74. Had an Acura TSX. Great car. Getting in was easy. Getting out was miserable. My Fusion is easy both in and out,

[@WengStansWorld]

I don't understand why Ford has discontinued the Fusion. The excuse is...." Sedans just aren't selling compared to the SUV, Crossover, Trucks " I am calling BS on that ! I see Ford Fusions and Focus everywhere ! I think it's just Ford wants to stop manufacturing affordable sedans. I travel a lot and I see Fusions literally EVERYWHERE ! I have even seen Fusions in South Korea and Fords are pretty rare there. I have a 2017 Fusion Se Ecoboost. It has a fairly small engine, but it satisfies my needs. ( I am not into speed so perhaps I am biased ) but my Fusion has a bit of pep in it's step when needed. I really like the design inside and out. Sleek smooth lines and pleasing to the eye. ( just my opinion ) but the one thing I simply love about my Fusion ? COMFORT !!! and plenty of interior room. Previously I had the 2016 Ford Focus and it was a nice car, but the interior space was lacking. The legroom in the back seats left little to be desired. So I was really pleased when I got the Fusion as it has plenty of legroom front and back. Also a huge trunk and an even larger trunk when folding down the seats. But the thing I love the most about the Fusion ? It is, hands down, the most comfortable car I have ever owned ! I have traveled from Virginia to Kansas and back a lot in the past in various vehicles. Dodge Caravan, Ford Explorer, Chevy Trailblazer, Ford Focus, and Ford Fusion. The other vehicles just seemed uncomfortable. I would fidget a lot trying to get comfortable...this is not the case for the Fusion. I have driven from Kansas to Virginia and back, and Kansas to Utah and back and just did not fidget, just pure comfort !!! I seriously don't know why, but it just is comfortable to me. I am actually pissed off that they are discontinued.

[@richardrybarczyk5522]

With Ford deciding to quit making sedans and going to only SUV’s what would be your next purchase? I’m a Ford guy and our next purchase will be in 2020 and because of my age and medical issues I want a large sedan. Easier to get into and out of. With many car companies deciding to quit making sedans, Chrysler, Chevy, Ford just to name a couple, I don’t know what to buy in that model year. I enjoyed this video, listening to someone who has driven a car for 4 years gives one the ownership experience of the owner and I like to hear that perspective. Have a great day.

[@TheTestDrive]

Hey Richard. I honestly don’t know if my next car will be a Ford as much as I love them. I really want something I can take to the track but at the same time the comfort and smooth ride of the latest generation Fords are awesome. I’d consider a Ford Edge ST (formerly Edge Sport) because that 2.7L EB V6 is a really nice power plant and they are big and roomy (obviously not a track-capable car though). I’ve always been a sedan guy so we’ll see. Do you think you’d ever buy something like an Edge?

[@DAnn-vg3mn]

Right now I’m looking at used Fusion or an Edge. Like them both also have an 2016 F150 and it’s the nicest vehicle I’ve ever owned. Used fusions drop so fast that they seem to be a better deal. Difference of 10k equally equipped.

[@richardrybarczyk5522]

The Test Drive .....my wife and I have always been Ford people. We’ve been buying Fords since the 1980’s up until about 8 years ago. We have a family member who works for Chrysler and he’s been able to get us employee pricing on Chrysler/Jeep products. But about Fords, I always liked the Edge, my problem is because of medical issues a small/mid-size car is too hard for me to get in or out of. I like the Taurus but since Ford announced they will no longer make the sedans and getting into an SUV is so difficult I don’t know what we will be driving in a year and a half when our lease is up. To answer your question, yes I would buy an Edge if it wasn’t for the issues I have. I think it’s a great looking SUV and Ford styling is second to no one. Have a great day.

[@richardrybarczyk5522]

D. Ann .....The Ford F-150 is a great truck. I really like the styling of the F-150, the interior is so plush you feel that your driving an expensive sedan. I had an F-150 in the nineties for 3 or 4 years and enjoyed the experience. After that in about 2004 I leased an Expedition and leased another one in 2011, both were excellent vehicles. Buying a used vehicle that’s 2 years old can save you a lot of money, sometimes buying a 1 or 2 year old car can save you a lot of money. The Edge with the titanium package would be a good value at two years old, you get a well equipped vehicle for thousands less and in many cases it still has that new car smell. Have a great day D. Ann.

[@WengStansWorld]

I have a 2017 Fusions Se EcoBoost...and as much as I am pissed off at Ford for discontinuing the Fusion, I will probably end up in the Escape.

[@Davido50]

Love these cars! Home run Ford Motor!

[@jeffmurray1681]

Kudos for standing up for the Fusion interior. Car reviewers like to pan the Fusion interior, because it hasn't been updated. However, that is just a subjective opinion on style. Objectively, the Fusion interior has high quality materials and feels luxurious. Mazda has bypassed it with the 2019 6 and Honda finally equaled it with the 2018 Accord. Everyone else in the midsized class is still trailing the Fusion in interior quality. Not bad for a car that hasn't had a redesign since 2013.

[@GrymeJr]

just got a 2019 sel hybrid, i love it 😍

[@GrymeJr]

@Frank Siu so far, so good👍

[@nin_the_destroyer2602]

What's the opinion about the Sport trim 2018+? I think I might've narrowed down needing a catch can for the GDI engine and PTU oil changes. Sounds like there's oil leaks on some of the ecoboost engines but that's being fixed with Ford switching out the plastic oil pans to aluminum ones.

[@bestcarreview5021]

Awesome 😀 😀 Ford fusion test drive review .

[@TheTestDrive]

Thanks! I really appreciate that.

[@bestcarreview5021]

Can you subscribe to my KZbin channel is Honda Davis but it has been change to Ford Excursion and thank you for subscribe .

[@ZeroGaming-el7yt]

Quick question, it’s a minor question but how would you rate the sound system? It’s important to me

[@paulstein9258]

If you go Sirius, sound is fair, I usually listen to HD Radio in my car. Sounds very good. Mine is the 2017 Platinum. Sony system. I think the 2018 had the B&O. Nothing earth shaking overall. ,

[@smileyk4129]

What model year is he talking about.. I'm looking at a 2010-2012

[@rodrigoelgu]

watch for excessive rust on the rockers and frame. 2013 up is not as bad just don't get an ecoboost engine.

[@dandreceff8238]

I wanna get a Fusion mainly because of the look and I’ve never had a ford and wanna experience it but I know one of the main issues with the fusion is the battery issues

[@glenknight4681]

What year and trim level and motor in your Fusion?

[@randellgribben9772]

2014 se with lux package// 18 inch wheels/tires// 2.0 turbo, with sport shit.. and the best part...ruby red

[@giftxdj6290]

6:00 .... enjoy

[@gustavososa4364]

Please tell me how much miles or kilometers you can do with a Fusion? I love the car, but seems it has a very small engine. It would last 1MM kilometers? Merdeces Benz wil do for sure! But Fusion?...Thanks!

[@JohnDoe-cb4tk]

I'm thinking about getting a 2016 model, any comet about it, like engine type or....?

[@DAnn-vg3mn]

Nice review with the resale price being so low with everyone buying SUVs I’m thinking about a titanium fusion what year would you recommend 16/17?

[@Ig0r15]

I would get 16 because it looks better, in my opinion, but you won't like the old SYNC system, therefore I would say 17 :)

[@Rob165x]

Yeah I feel bad about not getting leather seats and the 8'' dash. Both expensive to replace. >_< If it's the titanium though I think you can upgrade to the newest sync. Ford might offer the upgrade.

[@paulstein9258]

See my detailed comment on 16 vs 17 Fusion. I would lean toward 18. They have the great Sync 3 infotainment system, and didn’t have the 2017 battery drain problems some experienced.

[@DAnn-vg3mn]

18’s are still pretty expensive but used 16’s and 17’s are extremely cheap right now

[@metatronmen2431]

I have a 2020 Fusion SE, good car, no complains, my only dislike is being 2020 dont come with LED headlights.

[@fusion_wrld]

The titanium trim you get full leds

[@Foundry_made]

One thing that blew my mind about my fusions interior was the first time I used used the seat belt and felt the latch post or whatever is fuzzy- I just love that. lol

[@isaiahbishop5289]

Everyone liked it cause the intro

[@mythoughts2355]

Is this about a car 🚘 or drone ?

[@taylorweiss8472]

Where did you hear news about them not canning the fusion?

[@tommiegreen]

11:00 boy that statement didn’t age well 😂

[@rodrigoelgu]

how reliable is it , i kinda wanna buy a fusion with the 2.0 ecoboost but keep hearing tranmission problems and dirty intake valves becuase of the direct injection, im told at work to get a toyota camry becuase fusion values drop like crazy and the camry should keep its value much better but still want a fusion even though the camry should last a lot longer..

[@Rob165x]

Accords have great engines and tech and maybe better resale value than a Camry. Low mileage accords are hard to find cheap. But the new Camry's are supposedly very comfortable. The new Mustangs use both Direct and Port Injection, I would look into whether the new Fusions do too, that should get rid of the dirty valves. I use Chevron with Techron on my 2014 SE with 1.5 ecoboost but I have to do some research because it's a little costly to other brands...so it better be cleaning my damn engine. Nonetheless it's a very sexy car, even though its a long sedan. Maybe it's just me but it's butt tends to stick out a little more than other sedans in my lot.

[@Rob165x]

Btw I got my Fusion SE 2014 for 10.5k US with under 74k miles. Yeah they do lose value quick, they're fleet cars, think mines might have been too unfortunately. I recommend getting the titanium though even if they're harder to find for cheap. (They start a lot higher) If you can't at least find an SE with the technology packet. I also wish I had the leather seats, dune cloth stains easier. I wanted Carplay but I have the 4'' dash, it's a huge expense to replace it. Not to mention the backup camera has to be installed too.

[@Ig0r15]

@@Rob165x As for Accords engines: us.autologic.com/news/honda-engines-oil-consumption

[@Scote001Jeep]

Idk the Camry gets the same if not better gas mileage and has a better range. Otherwise I'd go fusion.

[@r3fr33z39780]

You should tint them windows will look better

[@relaxingpower]

Great car, but no auto fold side mirrors, no led DRL and the gearbox works awful.

[@eddie2k893]

Especially Hybrid

[@charles2675]

The 2009. Ford fusion. 4cy

[@q94washere43]

Starts at 4:45 😑

[@mikehenkes]

Hybrid, 2.5 are bullet proof! The 2.0t needs to be WELL maintained. The -2.0 eco boost is Trash!

[@rolhoreis6187]

review starts at 3.17.

[@liquidx831]

I had to pause your video 1:30 seconds in. All you spoke about was the drone. Boring.

[@vlads2874]

If these were so great, why did Ford kill them off?

[@leonevarez8352]

Because car sales in the us are on a constant decline people are buying more suv and crossovers and truck's.

[@charles2675]

Don't like the seal transmission

[@gene978]

5 Minutes into the VIDEO before you mention WHY YOU LIKE THE FORD FUSION When the title says WHY I LIKE THE FORD FUSION. And start with after almost 5 minutes into the video “it has the option of AWD” Almost 50% of the Video is wasted at the beginning to those who are waiting to hear why YOU like your Fusion. At the end of a video you should mention your FUTURE PLANS. Sorry for sounding negative but I had a few minute Break and decided to watch your video. You want more SUBS? Don’t waste peoples time. There are many Awesome Car reviewers on KZbin. Be one of them.

[@TheTestDrive]

Thanks for the comment; that’s understandable. I wanted to give an explanation as to why I didn’t post for 3+ weeks and that led into an equipment update but you’re right that could’ve been done at the end. I appreciate the feedback 👍

[@johnzzz1948]

DOESN T COMPARE TOO CAMRY IN RELIABILITY !!!

[@rodrigoelgu]

no

[@eddie2k893]

Go Sonata, it gets a bad rap for some reason. But it’s a great car.

[@charles2675]

See lot of them. For sale. A lot

[@Baylorbetterthanbrown]

I dont like the all wheel drive

[@killiannoahleste5569]

Vw passat is a much better car

[@k1llsw1tch65]

Vw are crap

[@ronniemassart3834]

@@k1llsw1tch65 and very expensive to work on