Ford Fusion car was developed by the European division of the company located in Germany. This model is considered one of the best-selling of all Ford models.
The Ford Fusion series got its name (“Fusion”) for a reason. The word "Fusion" is translated as "symbiosis", "merger". The car Ford Fusion was going to be based on the car Ford Fiesta (fifth-generation models). The designers in the new series were able to successfully combine the qualities of an all-terrain vehicle and a fairly compact hatchback. The manufacturer himself positions the car as an active city car.
Car Ford Fusion. Specifications
The main advantages of the hatchback include high ground clearance (two hundred millimeters). This, undoubtedly, has its advantages in trips, both on suburban and urban Russian roads. The Ford Fusion machine (reviews of the owners confirm this) has the necessary degree of safety, a roomy, very comfortable lounge. One of the positive qualities of the unit is its affordable cost. According to many experts, a Ford Fusion car is the case when a car, being in the same price range with similar designs of this class, has a much larger set of advantages.
The basic version of the model includes fifteen- inch alloy wheels, 195/60 R15 tires, two curtains and four airbags, ABS with EBD, electric power steering.
Despite the one-dimensionality with the base of the Fiesta, Ford Fusion (reviews and comments of experts testify to this) is structurally different from this machine. So, the hatchback has large dimensions in all respects. The height and length of the car increased by almost a hundred millimeters, the width - by almost forty.
Despite the increased ground clearance, the car is quite stable, the car is characterized by good maneuverability. The Ford Fusion model (expert reviews point to this) due to the presence of a stiffer suspension is perfectly controllable at bends even at high speeds.
Additionally reinforced car body. MacPherson strut suspension was used in front, and a reliable beam was used at the rear. All this suggests that the manufacturer was preparing a car for Russian roads. In addition, the Ford Fusion model (reviews by motorists indicate this) improved the review by seven percent.
The interior of the car is almost identical to the interior of the Fiesta. The development is quite comfortable. The manufacturer decided not to change it, thereby leaving the car in an affordable price range.
The business card appearance of the Ford Fusion machine (reviews and comments of experts indicate this) are moldings on the sides and quite powerful bumpers. Due to them, the hatchback is a bit like an SUV. Despite the increased dimensions, the car looks very compact in appearance. High landing, spacious and comfortable interior make you feel very comfortable in the car. Equally important is a good review.
Very roomy trunk model. This department includes more than three hundred liters.
The Fusion Series features Duratec 16-valve power motors. Engine capacity - 1.4 / 1.6 liters per 80/100 hp It should be noted that the motors are very economical. The manufacturer claims a consumption of about seven liters per hundred kilometers. A model with a gasoline engine is available for Russian consumers. In Europe, you can also purchase a diesel unit.
The motors are equipped with five-speed automatic and mechanical gearboxes. However, it should be noted that the machine is supplied only to the 1.4 liter engine. According to many motorists, the boxes showed themselves well: there is the ability to switch without using the clutch, there is an auto mode.
Auto confidently keeps on the road, calmly overcomes obstacles at low speeds. The machine is characterized by good handling, maneuverability.