Due to the 2021 Ford Fusion being a carry over model, we do no expect any major changes on the inside. The interior is well laid out and the ergonomics are well sorted. All switches and knobs feel built to last and remain plain, simple and functional. It is a comfortable place to be in with seats providing adequate support all-around. However something like the rotary gear shifter takes a bit of time getting used to for newbies. The material quality is not up to mark on the base trim but as we go up, it improves. That said, the cabin has surely improved from the last iteration with chrome laden gauges and tactile switches for better feedback. Ford should have put in a little more effort for the base trim as it feels out of place. Soft-touch materials and leather trims upgrade the dull interior in the upper trims.
The front seats are the most comfortable ones on the inside. They are supportive and well-bolstered to hold you firmly with comfort. There is ample headroom and legroom in the front. Also, the tall and wide doors make entry and exit easy and comfortable. Overall visibility remains good with the wide front windshield and narrow A-pillars. The driver's seat is placed a bit on the higher side which also helps in outward visibility. The only left down are the rear seats which feel cramped for a car this size. The sloping roofline gives it a shorter headroom which taller occupants might find uneasy. The seats come with fabric upholstry in light stone color for making cabin feel airy. You also get more customization options as you go up the trim ladder.
The gas-powered Fusion holds as much, if not even more cargo as most competitors. However, the plug-in hybrid and hybrid models suffer the most due to their battery packs, which is strapped tight into place in the trunk of the car. This trim also adds leather, adaptive cruise control, a 12-speaker Sony sound system, ambient lighting, heated and cooled front seats, and steering wheel, and, last but not least, a sunroof.
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Models
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Ford Fusion S
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Honda Accord LX
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Nissan Altima 2.5 S
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Chevrolet Malibu L
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Seating Capacity
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
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39.2/57.8/44.3
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39.5/58.3/42.3
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39.2/58.2/43.8
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39.1/58.5/41.5
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Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)
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37.8/56.9/38.3
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37.3/56.5/40.4
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36.9/56.5/40.4
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37.5/57.1/38.1
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*2020 figures used for reference purposes.
The 2021 Ford Fusion Sedan offers decent amount of head, leg, and shoulder room. Hence, it can comfortably accommodate four adults for a long drive. In comparison the Honda Accord offer premium looking cabin while the Nissan Altima feels the most spacious.
What about the infotainment system of the 2021 Ford Fusion?
The 2021 model will offer the same infotainment system as the 2020 Ford Fusion. The infotainment system on the base trim is barebone with a stereo AM/FM compatible CD player. It has the more basic version of the SYNC interface with voice-activation and a 4.2 inch LCD screen. However, as you move up the trim, it offers one of the best and use friendly infotainment system which is sure to keep many customers happy. Hence we suggest you to opt for the optional SYNC 3 infotainment system with a larger screen. It also offers a SYNC 3 with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Other than this, we have the standard.
Infotainment Features
- AM/FM Stereo with CD Player
- MP3 compatible
- Four speakers
- Bluetooth compatible
- Audio System from Sony with 12 Speakers
How much cargo can the 2021 Ford Fusion?
The cargo space offered by the current Ford Fusion is impressive with 16 cubic feet of space to play around. The 60/40 rear split seats fold to give you a lot of cargo space when needed. As this is not a hybrid like its brothers, it doesn’t eat up any space in the trunk and it is a blessing in a world when hybrids are taking over! The Fusion Energi could hold a measly two or maybe three if adjusted small carry-on bags in its trunk while the standard Fusion held about five to six. The trunk capacity is also at par, and the non-hybrid versions that can fit in 5-6 bags.
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Models
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Ford Fusion S
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Honda Accord LX
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Nissan Altima 2.5 S
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Chevrolet Malibu L
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Cargo Capacity
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16.0 cu.ft.
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16.7 cu.ft.
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15.4 cu.ft.
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15.7 cu.ft.
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*2020 figures used for reference purposes.
Honda Accord is the only contender that manages to surpass the Ford with a marginal upgrade of 16.7 cubic feet. The Altima and Malibu have similar volume which puts them at the bottom of the chain. Hence, the Ford Fusion is a great car for the long distance journeys in this comparison.
Interior Features
- 6-way manual driver’s seat
- 4-way manual passenger seat
- 60/40 rear split seat
- Cabin Air Filter
- 4.2-inch configurable LCD in the instrument cluster
- Rotary Gear Shift Dial
- Integrated Front Door Storage
- Message Center with Trip computer
- Steering wheel with Cruise and Redundant Audio Controls
- Push-button start
