Consumer Reviews Summary
2 of 2 (100%) customers said they would recommend this vehicle to a friend.
2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid Overview
Vehicle Overview
The Fusion Hybrid, Ford's first hybrid passenger car, comes to market with technology designed to help drivers operate the car in a more efficient manner. Competitors include the Toyota Camry Hybrid and Hyundai Sonata Hybrid. The Fusion Hybrid seats five.
New for 2012
There are no significant changes for 2012.
Exterior
The Fusion Hybrid is based on the gas-powered Fusion, but it has a few exterior cues that will tip off onlookers that they aren't looking at a regular Fusion: The hybrid has badges on the front doors and trunk lid, plus special 17-inch wheels. Exterior features include:
• Standard rear parking sensors
• Optional rain-sensing wipers
• Optional moonroof
Interior
The general appearance of the Fusion Hybrid's cabin hews closely to the looks of the regular model, which is more modern than before but still trails competitors like the Kia Optima in terms of materials quality. The seat fabric in the Fusion Hybrid is made from recycled materials; leather seats are optional.
The hybrid has a unique gauge cluster that Ford calls SmartGauge with EcoGuide, designed to help drivers save fuel. Efficiency gauges have been done before, but the Fusion Hybrid's instrument panel takes it to a new level. It features two LCD screens separated by a traditional speedometer. The screens can be configured to show the driver a limited set of information about the hybrid system or increasingly detailed data. One of the more interesting graphical features available is an animated vine that grows more leaves as the car is driven more efficiently. Interior features include:
• Standard 100-volt household power plug
• Optional navigation system
• Optional backup camera
Under the Hood
The Fusion Hybrid is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor. A continuously variable automatic transmission sends power to the front wheels. Mechanical features include:
• 191 horsepower total
• Uses regular gas
• Ford says the Fusion Hybrid can travel on electric power alone up to 47 mph
Safety
Standard safety features include:
• All-disc antilock brakes
• Side-impact airbags for the front seats
• Side curtain airbags
• Electronic stability system
2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid Consumer Reviews
2 of 2 (100%) customers said they would recommend this vehicle to a friend.
Two Most Recent Reviews:
Fusion Hybrid Review
Reviewed by Savings Seeker in Florence, Alabama
March 28, 2012
Fantastic car for the price! Have owned 2 other hybrids before and this is the best overall. Only change needed is smart key and push-buton start and button on trunk to open from outside.
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: YES
Fusion Hybrid
Reviewed by Tony L. in Eugene, OR
November 14, 2011
I've only had the car for two weeks but so far it has performed as Ford said it would. I bought the package with all the bells and whistles. The technology is abounding and convenient. The safety equipment (rear view camera, blind spot and oncoming traffic sensors) are outstanding. The ride and feel is smooth, quiet and compliant. The four cylinder engine is somewhat noisy when accelerating quickly but it has all the pep one would need. So far, the combined mileage is 35 mpg but I expect that to improve once the engine is "broken in".
The one thing I was surprised and disappointed to learn is that the side-view mirrors are not collapsible and for that kind of money, they should be. I hate to think about the replacement cost on one of those. Overall though, the Ford Fusion is a well designed, fuel efficient and comfortable family car.
I would recommend this vehicle to a friend: YES
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