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2013 Ford Fusion

What Changed

The second generation of Ford's mid-sized sedan grows considerably in wheelbase and height yielding improved legroom and headroom. The Fusion is offered with several four-cylinder engines including a 1.6L turbo, 2.0L turbo and a 2.5L. Hybrid and plug-in hybrid (Fusion Energi) models pair electric motors with a 2.0L gas engine for significantly improved fuel economy.

Comparison to Prior Model

2013 Ford Fusion 2012 Ford Fusion
2013 Ford Fusion 2012 Ford Fusion
Price Range ($) $20,705 - $39,015
Length (in) 191.7 190.6
Wheelbase (in) 112.2 107.4
Width (in) 72.9 72.2
Height (in) 58.1 56.9
Track (in) 62.7 61.7
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 404.1 387.2
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3323-3427 3285-3803
Legroom Total (in.) 82.6 79.4
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 105.8 100.2
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 16.0 16.5
Driven Wheels
  • FWD
  • AWD
  • FWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 1.6l I4 T (179-bhp)
  • 2.0l I4 HEV
  • 2.0l I4 T (237-bhp)
  • 2.5l I4 (170-bhp)
  • 2.5l I4 (175-bhp)
  • 2.5l I4 HEV (191-bhp)
  • 3.0l V6 (240-bhp)
  • 3.5l V6 (263-bhp)
Transmissions A6, CVT, M6 A6, CVT, M6
City MPG 26-47 17-41
Highway MPG 37-44 25-36
Combined MPG 31-46 21-39
Style Not Rated 3 stars out of 5
Utility Not Rated 3 stars out of 5
Livability Not Rated 5 stars out of 5
Value Not Rated 4 stars out of 5
Fun Not Rated 3 stars out of 5
Velocity Index 61* 67
Equipment: Good
  • $22,975
Equipment: Better
  • $25,425 (2WD)
  • $28,970 (AWD)
Equipment: Best
  • $32,870
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