2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid Sedan

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$28,000 - $34,595
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

A feature-loaded car enabling every creature comfort one would want

The brakes are very grabby

Fusion Energi renamed to Fusion Plug-In Hybrid

A high-quality cabin reduces amny ambient noises while driving

The cargo capacity is not much when compared to the rivals

Discontinued lumbar support and memory function for the front passenger seat.

The cabin is spacious and accommodates its occupants well

Specs & Features

$28,000

price

188 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

129 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD CVT

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Armed with a 2.0L inline-4 engine and a 9-kWh battery, fused to a CVT automatic transmission, the 2020 Ford Fusion Plug-In Hybrid makes 188 horsepower and 129 lb-ft of torque. Standalone, the engine makes 141 horsepower while the electric motors manage 118 horsepower. This powertrain helps the 2020 Ford Fusion Plug-In Hybrid cover 0-60 in 7.9 seconds. You can drive the Fusion Plug-In Hybrid for 25 miles on the electric system alone, making it good for small trips in the city. Combined, the Fusion Plug-In Hybrid achieves an impressive 103 mpge combined while getting 42 mpg (insert gas engine combined fuel economy) from the traditional engine alone. With a base price of MSRP $37,000, the Fusion Plug-In Hybrid makes a formidable competitor in the midsize sedan segment, competing with the likes of the Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid, the Hyundai Ioniq, and the Toyota Prius Prime.

Buying Advice

The 2020 Ford Fusion Plug-In Hybrid which used to be called the Fusion Energi now has been renamed for this model year. There is just a single trim on offer but it comes heavily loaded with features.

Trims

    SE
    $28,000 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 188 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 129 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 42 mpg
    SEL
    $31,630 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 188 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 129 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 42 mpg
    Titanium
    $34,595 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD CVT
    • Horsepower: 188 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 129 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 42 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$28,000- $34,595

Engine

hybrid

Rating

8.56

Horsepower

188 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

129 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

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7.12

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2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    9 sec--
    7.1 sec15.5 sec115 mph
    7.6 sec--
    7.6 sec15.8 sec123 mph
    7.6 sec15.8 sec112 mph
    7.8 sec--

    2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      43 mpg41 mpg42 mpg14 gal.602/574 mi.
      50 mpg54 mpg52 mpg13.2 gal.660/712.8 mi.
      51 mpg53 mpg52 mpg13.2 gal.673.2/699.6 mi.
      55 mpg49 mpg52 mpg10.6 gal.583/519.4 mi.
      48 mpg47 mpg48 mpg12.8 gal.614.4/601.6 mi.
      43 mpg44 mpg44 mpg13.2 gal.567.6/580.8 mi.

      2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        191.8 in.75.2 in.58 in.-112.2 in.
        195.9 in.72.8 in.56.5 in.5.3 in.113 in.
        192.9 in.73.2 in.56.9 in.5.3 in.111.8 in.
        192.2 in.73.3 in.57.1 in.5.8 in.111.4 in.
        192.1 in.72.4 in.56.9 in.5.7 in.111.2 in.
        191.1 in.73.2 in.57.5 in.5.1 in.110.4 in.

        2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          12 cu.ft.102.8 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.
          13.4 cu.ft.104.8 cu.ft.13.4 cu.ft.
          16 cu.ft.104.4 cu.ft.15.5 cu.ft.
          15.1 cu.ft.97.6 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.
          15.1 cu.ft.99.9 cu.ft.-
          16.7 cu.ft.105.6 cu.ft.-

          2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            83.1 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.67 ft.
            57.3 cu.ft.13.4 cu.ft.13.4 cu.ft.-
            -16.1 cu.ft.--
            11 cu.ft.15.1 cu.ft.11 cu.ft.-
            15.5 cu.ft.16 cu.ft.15.5 cu.ft.-
            -16.7 cu.ft.--

            2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -3695 lbs.
              940 lbs.3638 lbs.
              1194 lbs.3325 lbs.
              1177 lbs.3327 lbs.
              925 lbs.3472 lbs.
              850 lbs.2987 lbs.

              2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid Sedan Sedan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              0

              Recalls

              1

              Investigations

              9

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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