2010 Ford Fusion - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 11 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2010 ford fusion Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...The base power plant -- standard on S, SE and SEL models -- is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 175 hp and 172 pound-feet of torque. This mill comes with a six-speed manual transmission by default, while a six-speed automatic is optional. A 3.0-liter V6 putting out 240 hp and 223 lb-ft of torque is optional on SE and SEL models, and it's only available with a six-speed automatic. The Sport model comes with a more powerful 3.5-liter V6 that generates 263 hp and 249 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard on four-cylinder and Sport models, while all-wheel drive is optional... |
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2010 Ford Fusion Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...An optional navigation system sports an enormous 8-inch screen. The base Fusion comes standard with power windows and locks, air conditioning and a four-speaker CD stereo with an auxiliary MP3 jack. The SE upgrades to a power driver's seat and six-speaker stereo, while the SEL adds a power passenger seat, heated front seats, dual-zone auto A/C and leather upholstery. The Fusion Sport has unique leather seats with contrasting accents. Under the Hood Replacing last year's 2.3-liter four-cylinder is a 175-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder. Thanks to the extra power, Ford says the four-cylinder... |
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2010 Ford Fusion Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...However, the Fusion Hybrid offers an alternative both to the Prius' hatchback body style and to its design, which some find off-putting. Features The Fusion comes decently equipped at its starting price of $19,270 for the base S model. It comes standard with cruise control, 16-inch aluminum wheels, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel, a trip computer, a CD stereo with four speakers, stability control, four-wheel-disc antilock brakes and traction control. Move up to the SE at $20,545, and you get 17-inch steel wheels with painted covers that look remarkably like aluminum wheels, dual exhaust... |
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Review: 2010 Ford FusionSource: MSN Autos...Active while backing, the BLIS calls out vehicle traffic within 65 feet, just the thing to spot parking-lot Grand Prix artists before they tag your quarter panel.On the RoadIn 2.5-liter form, the 2010 Fusion is light, spunky and quick to please. With less weight over the front tires, the 4-cylinder models maximize the Fusion’s excellent chassis. The electrically assisted steering is direct and intuitive, especially for a front-wheel-drive car, and the balanced handling is a highlight. The only limit is the lack of performance tires.We especially enjoyed the low-effort and precise manual... |
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2010 Ford Fusion Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...which includes city streets, country roads, and a 20-mile Interstate highway segment in between. One of the V-6 engines might be more fun to have because of the extra zip they offer, but I'd prefer the better fuel economy of the four-cylinder. Our tested came with some of the new technology, all in a $2,740 package (minus a $945 discount). It included blind-spot warning lights in both of the outside mirrors, which illuminate an orange dot when there is a vehicle in the adjacent lane on either side. Also in the package were a rearview camera system, power moon roof, and a Sony 12-speaker sound... |
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CarGurus' Review for 2010 ford fusionSource: CarGurus
...To put it mildly the 2010 Ford Fusion is a vehicle that may finally justify the hue and cry to “buy American.” This car draws raves from both reviewers and owners alike, |
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2010 Ford Fusion Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...ambient lighting that has seven different colors to follow your mood and a back-up camera with a monitor hidden in the rearview mirror (meaning it doesn't require the owner to buy a navigation system). The overhauled interior has softer touch points, a new dash and nice cubbies throughout. The center console drop box lets you plug in your iPod through a USB connection (so it charges it while you drive) and there's a 12-volt outlet to keep your cell phone charged as well. But the most technology in this vehicle is hidden under the sheet metal. The new 2.5-liter, I-4 engine runs in combination... |
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2010 Ford Fusion Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...The back seat has good legroom for adults, and it folds forward to expand the cargo space. The SEL test car was well equipped. It had the blind-spot detection system with cross-traffic alert system. Blind-spot detection systems are becoming more common, and they are tremendously helpful. A small dot in the side mirror lights up when a vehicle is alongside. The cross-traffic alert uses radar to sense traffic behind the vehicle when backing out of a parking place. Ford's navigation system continues to get better, although I'm not fond of the split-screen display that makes the map small in... |
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2010 Ford Fusion Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Seats are revised for better body contour and more side support. Rear seat room is good and seat backs fold flat to hold more cargo. But to lower the backs, you have to pull a handle in the trunk not in the cabin. Why? Ford tweaked the suspension for pleasant ride. But you can't cross a tar mark without the suspension dancing and bumps in the road mean bounce in the cabin. Handling, however, is very good, thanks to the 17-inch radials and upgraded, quicker-response steering. No lean or dip in corners. Ford packed Fusion with surprise-and-delight features to complement the long list of... |
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2010 Ford Fusion Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Interior details improve The other big improvement on the Fusion was Ford's attention to detail on the interior. My Sport test vehicle arrived with a shocking blue interior -- almost too blue to be true -- and included all of the accoutrements you'd expect and a few you wouldn't. Sync, Ford's infotainment system, continues to improve and remains the single best voice-operated, cell-phone working, iPod-playing, 911-dialing and optional navigation reading system available. Actually, when connected to Sirius Travel Link, it's even better than I make it out to be. Ford added or refined even more... |
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Why should I also consider these?
Optional all-wheel drive, SYNC, and Sirius Travel Link separate the nonhybrid Fusion from most of these competitors.
If you favor ride quality over everything else, pick the Camry.
But be aware of the quality of inside the Camry: Toyota has skimped on the quality and look of many interior bits and pieces, so it is no longer the nicest interior in the class.
The sportier personality of the Accord more closely mirrors the 2010 Fusion, but so does the all-new Mazda6, a perennial favorite of TheCarConnection.com, and the Mazda should be considered for those who appreciate more of a performance feel; the new version is considerably more refined without giving up its sporty edge.
Nissan's Altima is another good choice.
The excellent 2009 Chevrolet Malibu and Saturn Aura also face off against the 2010 Ford Fusion.
The Malibu is our pick of the two; it's larger and delivers premium exterior style, plus a rich-looking interior.
The Aura, Malibu, Camry, and Altima are also offered in hybrid versions, each with similar-sized four-cylinder engines, although not all hybrid systems are the same.
General Motors uses a mild-hybrid system in its Aura and Malibu hybrids—they can't start up from a traffic light on electric power alone.
Both are well equipped, handle nicely, and boast excellent quality.
Some may like the Malibu's all-new style and larger interior, but neither of these mild hybrids can match the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid in fuel economy.
The Fusion exceeds this pair by 13 mpg city and 3 mpg highway, although the step up in cost is less for the GM models.
The Toyota Camry and Nissan Altima are full hybrids that get better mileage than GM's mild hybrids but still trail the Fusion Hybrid.
The step up in cost from the GM mild hybrids to the full hybrids is significant (about $3,000 versus $1,500 for the GMs).
