Used 2017 Ford Fusion Platinum for sale 

There are a total of 6 trims to pick from for the 2017 Ford Fusion. These include the Fusion S, the Fusion SE, Fusion Titanium EcoBoost, the SE EcoBoost, Fusion Platinum EcoBoost, Fusion Sport. While the Fusion S is the cheapest, the Fusion Platinum EcoBoost is the most expensive variant on offer. While the Fusion Titanium EcoBoost is available in both FWD and AWD options, the SE EcoBoost and Fusion Sport are available as all-wheel drives only.

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The Ford Fusion checks all the right points in terms of practicality, comfort, and sportiness. The mid-spec Ford Fusion Titanium Ecoboost with all-wheel drive is a great combination of features and driving experience. At $32740, it provides the buyer with value for his money.

The 2017 Ford Fusion is powered by a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that churns out 175hp and 175 lb-ft of torque. The power is directed either to the front wheels or all the wheels depending on the variant you have opted for. The car supports a 6-speed automatic transmission.

All four cars have a 2.5L engine that produces similar results. While the Nissan Altima makes 179hp and 177 lb-ft of torque, the Camry is ahead of the Fusion by only 3 horses and stands at 178hp. Both the Subaru Legacy and Ford Fusion are similar in terms of performance producing 175hp of power.

2017 Ford Fusion Acceleration Performance

A mid-size family sedan isn’t something you would buy for acceleration numbers and quarter-mile timings, but the performance of the Fusion, wouldn’t disappoint the driver. The Fusion is capable of hitting the 0-60 MPH mark in 8.5 seconds and a quarter-mile timing of 16.2 seconds.

The Fusion is not really the quickest car in the segment. It is the Toyota Camry that leads the pack with the best 0-60 MPH and quarter-mile timings. The Camry and the Nissan Altima stand tall in the top two positions with the Ford Fusion being marginally behind them. The only car that is slower than the Fusion is the Subaru Legacy.

2017 Ford Fusion Ride and Handling

There are no complaints as far as Ford Fusion’s handling is concerned. Though the steering lacks feedback, it still gives the driver enough confidence while cornering. There is a noticeable amount of torque steer but you can still live with it.

The ride quality on the Ford Fusion is plush and hassle-free. The suspensions are smartly tuned and the car is able to devour on potholes and bumps with minimal effort and cabin feel. The suspension allows for high-speed cornering and gives the driver leverage at higher speeds.

2017 Ford Fusion Braking

The Ford Fusion has the largest set of brakes in the segment. At 11.8 in diameter discs and 11.9 in diameter discs for the front and rear brakes respectively, the car provides a halting distance of 122ft. It loses to its competitors despite the largest brakes because of its curb weight which stands highest at 3472 lbs.

The Subaru Legacy with 11.7 inches diameter discs on the front and 11.5 inches diameter discs on the rear, has the best halting distance of 119ft. The Nissan Altima sports 11.7 inches diameter discs at the front and 11.8 inches diameter discs at the rear and comes to a standstill from 60 MPH at a distance of 121 feet.

The Fusion fails to impress with its combined fuel efficiency at 25 MPG. It lags behind its competitors by clocking 21 MPG on city roads and 32 MPG on highways.

The Fusion has the poorest fuel economy figures in the competition. The Nissan Altima is the segment leader with a combined fuel economy rating of 31 MPG. The Altima is followed by the Subaru Legacy and the Toyota Camry that get a combined fuel economy rating of 29 MPG and 27 MPG respectively.

The Ford Fusion is a proper mid-size sedan, it has a passenger capacity of 102.8 cubic feet, which ensures adequate space on the inside.

At the front, the head/shoulder/leg room stands at 39.2/57.8/44.3 inches respectively while at the rear you get a total head/shoulder/leg room of 37.8/56.7/38.3 inches respectively. Though the seats might be a bit upright for some passengers, they remain nice and comfy at the same time.

On the front, the Altima and the Legacy offer the best headroom in the segment while the Legacy offers the best shoulder room at 58.1 inches. The Nissan Altima offers the best legroom for the front seat passengers. Hopping on to the rear seats, the Toyota Camry offers the best headroom at 38.1 inches. The best shoulder room is offered by the Subaru Legacy at 57.3 inches while the best legroom is offered by the Toyota Camry at 38.9 inches. The Subaru Legacy offers the best passenger volume of 104.6 cubic feet.

• Full power windows.
• Tilt and telescopic steering wheel. 
• Height adjustable driving seats.
• 60/40 split-folding rear seats.
• Audio and voice command.
• Optional heated front seats with power-adjustable lumbar support.
• Rear center fold-down armrest.
• Keyless ignition.

2017 Ford Fusion Infotainment System

The 2017 Ford Fusion sedan comes with an upgraded SYNC 3 infotainment system. An 8-inch infotainment screen that also serves as a satellite navigation display, is connected to 6 speakers that deliver amazing sound quality. It is probably the best audio system in the segment.

While Bluetooth connectivity, HD satellite radio, CD player, auxiliary audio port, and a USB port are all standard offerings, a 12 speaker Sony sound system is also available for the upper trims. Some infotainment features include:

• AM/FM Stereo
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• CD Player
• MP3 Player
• Smart Device Integration

2017 Ford Fusion Cargo Capacity

While buying a family sedan, you would certainly look for a car that can carry all the luggage of your family when you are going for a road trip. The Ford Fusion has a big trunk and offers a luggage storage area of 16 cubic feet. That much amount of luggage space is enough to swallow 3 large suitcases and a couple of other small bags.

The Fusion offers the largest trunk in the competition. The Toyota Camry and the Nissan Altima both offer a luggage volume of 15.4 cubic feet while the Subaru Legacy offers a cargo volume of 15 cubic feet.

The Ford Fusion looks impressive, lustrous, and upmarket. With its idiosyncratic design, the car stands out in the crowd. Its external features like the grill up front and LED taillights enhance the designing elements.

The Ford Fusion is 191.7 inches long, 72.9 inches wide, and 58.1 inches tall. It gets a best-in-class ground clearance of 6.4 inches. The car weighs around 3472 lbs and has the right curb weight in terms of performance.

The Nissan Altima is the longest car in the lot at 191.9 inches while the Subaru Legacy is the tallest at 59.0 inches. The Fusion happens to be the widest car in the competition. The Fusion also happens to be the heaviest car of the lot and has the longest wheelbase at 112.2 inches.

With a number of airbags, electronic stability control, an anti-theft system, and a perimeter alarm, the Fusion is safer and reliable.It gets a driver and passenger air bag with rear passengers also receiving head airbags. Some advanced safety features include electronic stability control, child safety locks and traction controls. Here is a list of safety features available in the new Ford Fusion:

• 3-point safety belts 
• AdvanceTrac electronic stability control with brake-actuated traction control
• Belt-Minder front safety belt reminder
• Child-safety rear door locks Emergency in-trunk release handle
• Illuminated Entry System Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System 
• LATCH – Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children
• MyKey
• Perimeter alarm
• Rearview camera
• SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System
• SOS Post-Crash Alert System

Ford Fusion vs Nissan Altima

At $22500, the new Nissan Altima features a 2.5L 4-cylinder which produces 4 horses more than the fusion. The Altima is better than the Fusion in terms of acceleration, braking. It is more fuel-efficient and clocks a combined MPG of 31, and an MPG of 27 and 38 on city roads and highways respectively, all of which are notably higher than the Ford Fusion.

The downside of the Altima is that it has a smaller cargo volume capacity. It also has the lowest passenger volume at 101.9 cubic ft and space on offer in terms of legroom both at the front and the back. The Nissan Altima lags behind its competitors in terms of ground clearance in the segment and stands at 5.4 inches.

Ford Fusion vs Subaru Legacy

The new Subaru Legacy is the cheapest car on offer in the segment. It is also powered by a 2.5L engine and produces the same power and torque as the Fusion. The Legacy wins the competition when it comes to CO2 emissions and has the best braking capabilities, with a halting distance of 119ft. 

It is similar in size to the Fusion but has a higher passenger capacity on offer at 104 cubic ft. It is more fuel-efficient with a combined MPG of 29. Though the Subaru Legacy is slower as compared to the Ford Fusion and has lesser cargo capacity and ground clearance on offer.

Ford Fusion vs Toyota Camry

Yet another Japanese rival of the Fusion, the Camry is a legendary sedan from the house of Toyota. It is the quickest car among the lot with quarter-mile figures of 15.9 seconds and 0-60 MPH in 7.6 seconds. It has the highest amount of power and torque in the segment. The new Toyota Camry is more fuel-efficient and has a decent amount of space on offer as compared to the Ford Fusion.

On the other hand, the Toyota is about $1200 costlier. It ranks lower than Ford in terms of passenger volume and cargo capacity. Its ground clearance and wheelbase stand at 6.1 and 109.2 inches as compared to the Fusion’s 6.4 inches and 112.2 inches.

The Ford Fusion is an all-American sedan. It is distinctive in its design and has a lot to offer both in terms of features and experience. It promises a great driving experience with its punchy engine and finely tuned suspension system. With its segment-leading ground clearance, cargo capacity, and passing volume, there is a lot of space that is on offer. 

The 8-inch infotainment screen with the new SYNC 3 system feels upmarket. But Ford Fusion has its own drawbacks. It has the highest CO2 emission rate in the segment and is the ranked lowest in terms of fuel efficiency at 25 MPG (combined). It has a lower acceleration than any other car in the segment. All in all, the Ford Fusion is an all-rounder and is an excellent option for a midsize family sedan with its features and design.