Is The World Ready For The 2009 Ford Fusion?

When Ford says Fusion, they mean it. The Ford Fusion literally is a fusion of the best in styling, performance, looks, gas mileage, and anything else you could want in a sedan. This model has surpassed its older models, which debuted three years ago. An awesome Blue Suede package, plus stability control, something the Fusion has been missing until now. Featuring the Ford Sync, which connects cell phones, iPods, Mp3 players, all controlled by your voice within the vehicle itself. The car will actually download your address book wirelessly and automatically from your phone.

Mazda had originally developed the chassis the Fushion is built on, which is more of a sporty build than one usually given to a sedan. With a Sport Appearance Package and manual transmission, this car can be a blast to take for a spin. It is also one of the few sedans to offer a 4wd option.

The down side is the Mazda built engines which are short on power as well as fuel economy, especially given the large availability of competing mid sized sedans. Ford is expected to upgrade engines and the looks for the 2010 model, definitely worth waiting for.

Body Styles:

S- 4 cylinder only, standard 16 inch steel wheels

SE- Add 5 speed automatic, aluminum wheels, foglamps,

SEL- Add 6 speed automatic, 17 inch wheels, headlamps, keyless entry, heated mirrors

Sports Package- 18 inch wheels, sports tuned suspension, spoiler, 2 tone upholstery, ambient lighting

Powertrains and Performance

Front wheel drive and a 2.3 liter four cylinder that puts out 160 horsepower and 156 lb-ft of torque come standard on this vehicle. Five speed automatic or manual transmission, and 20 mpg city / 28 mpg highway.

The 3.0-liter option V6, with optional all wheel drive, puts out 221 hp and 205 lb-ft of torque. This engine gets 18 mpg city / 26 mpg highway, subtract 1mpg for the all wheel drive model.

Safety Features

• Antilock disc brakes,

• front-seat side airbags

• side-curtain airbags

• Traction control (standard on V6 models)

• Stability control (optional)

• Reverse parking sensors (optional)

National Highway Transportation Safety Administration frontal-impact crash tests, the 2009 Ford Fusion received a perfect five stars for front occupant protection. The Fusion received four stars for rear protection. In Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the Fusion scored “Good” ratings, which are the highest you can get.