The power and performance depend on the money you’re ready to spend for the Fusion. You get 4 engine choices. The S and SE trims are powered by a 2.5L inline-4 engine mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. You only get a standard FWD drivetrain configuration while SE can be equipped with an optional AWD drivetrain. This engine generates 175 hp and 175 lb-ft. It helps the sedan to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 8.5 seconds and cover a quarter-mile within 16.3 seconds. The engine feels feeble in terms of power and is best suited for city driving. The optional 1.5L EcoBoost 4 pot in the SE trim comes mated to a 6-speed SelectShift automatic transmission. The turbocharged nature helps it offer slightly better power and torque. The engine manages to churn out 181 hp and 185 lb-ft.
The Titanium and Platinum trims come equipped with a more powerful 2L EcoBoost Inline-4 engine that churns out 245 hp and 275 lb-ft. The better power offers better performance to the car, resulting in better acceleration and speed. The engine is mated to a standard 6-speed automatic like the rest and can be had in both FWD or AWD. The Sport variant gets a new 2.7L Twin Turbo V6 engine that churns out 325 hp and 380 ft-lb of torque. The Sport variant is mated to 6-speed automatic as well and comes in standard AWD configuration. This trim would get you to 60 in just 5.3 seconds, blazing past the quarter-mile marker in an impressive 13.9 seconds.
Models
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2017 Ford Fusion
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2017 Nissan Altima
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2017 Toyota Camry
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2017 Honda Accord
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MSRP
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$22,610
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$22,900
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$23,070
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$22,355
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Engine
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2.5L inline-4
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2.5L inline-4
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2.5L inline-4
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2.4L inline-4
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Drivetrain
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FWD
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FWD
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FWD
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FWD
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Transmission
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6-speed automatic
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CVT
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6-speed automatic
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6-speed manual
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Power
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175 hp @ 6000 rpm
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179 hp @ 6000 rpm
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178 hp @ 6000 rpm
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185 hp @ 6400 rpm
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Torque
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175 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
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177 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
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170 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
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181 lb-ft @ 3900 rpm
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0-60 MPH (sec)
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8.5
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8
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8.5
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7.6
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Quarter mile (sec)
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16.3
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16
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16.5
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15.9
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Top Speed (MPH)
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135
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137
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137
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140
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The Honda Accord is the cheapest car among all rivals but also happens to be the most powerful in its base avatar, posting a 0-60mph time of just 7.6 seconds. The Altima, despite sporting a CVT, comes in the second position with an 8-second sprint, which is surprising. Toyota Camry offers slightly better output than the Ford, but does an identical 0-60mph run in 8.5 seconds, the slowest figure of the bunch. However, equip it with a twin-turbo V6 and the tables turn quickly in favor of the Ford.
How well does the 2017 Ford Fusion handle?
When it comes to handling, the 2017 Fusion is similar to the likes of the Honda Accord. Although it resembles an Aston Martin when you look at the front fascia, it doesn’t drive like one. But it does justice to its sporty appeal. Despite being heavy, the body rolls are kept well in control. The power assist steering feels well-weighted, smooth, and responsive. It feels super light while in use on the streets and provides a decent amount of confidence when blasting to the freeways in higher places.
The suspension is tuned for more comfort and is not very stiff as you expect it to be considering its sporty appeal. However, the chassis feels well-balanced in corners and the tires do provide decent amounts of traction on dry tarmac. The 2017 Fusion, unlike its rivals, can be had in AWD drivetrain configuration as well which proves to become a significant advantage if you live in places that have harsh winters. Don’t mind throwing a couple of grand extra on it as it adds both practically and definitely boosts the overall safety.
2017 Ford Fusion-Braking Performance
As standard, the front comes equipped with 11.8-inch brake rotors while the rear gets 11.9-inch brake rotors. The disc brakes are further appointed with ABS, EBD, Power-assisted parking brake, Emergency Brake Assist, and Brake Actuated Traction Control. The brakes are responsive and stop the 2017 Ford Fusion from 60 mph within 122 feet which is pretty decent considering the fact that it weighs more than 3,470 pounds.
Models
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2017 Ford Fusion
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2017 Nissan Altima
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2017 Toyota Camry
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2017 Honda Accord
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Brake Rotors: Front (inches)
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11.8
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11.7
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11.7
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11.1
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Brake Rotors: Rear (inches)
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11.9
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11.5
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11
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11.1
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Curb Weight (lbs.)
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3,472
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3,212
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3,240
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3,170
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60-0 MPH (feet)
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122
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121
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126
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NA
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The Ford Fusion does well in braking performance considering its hefty curb weight owing to the fact that it has got the biggest hardware in this segment. Nissan Altima, being much lighter, stops at 121 feet. The Toyota meanwhile takes about 126 feet to come to a complete halt from the same speeds. There is no official data on the Accord, but being the lightest one here, it should manage to stop under 125 feet.