Taking a Look at the 2015 Ford Fusion

There are sedans, and then there are sedans like the 2015 Ford Fusion.

The 2015 Ford Fusion offers multiple engine choices, hybrid efficiency, technology, comfort, and style. It is all about details.

The 2015 Ford Fusion Hybrid has an EPA-estimated rating of 44 mile per gallon city, 41 mile per gallon highway, and 42 mile per gallon combined. It has a 2.0L I-4 Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine that delivers 188 combined horsepower.

At speeds up to 85 miles per hour, the vehicle can travel in electric mode. To help you drive more efficiently, next-generation SmartGauge with EcoGuide acts as a driving coach, providing real-time driving feedback, courtesy of screens on either side of the center-mounted speedometer.

Left-side display screens include Engage and Empower modes, providing a variety of real-time information to help you get the most efficiency from your vehicle. You can track the powertrain’s operation – hybrid drive, electric drive, gas engine, plus instant and average fuel economy.

The Fusion Energi Plug-In Hybrid is a progressive hybrid that provides the option of plugging in or not. The vehicle is designed to be efficient, thanks a state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery and electric motor with a gasoline engine. The battery provides enough power to operate in all-electric mode for commutes of an EPA-estimated range of up to 19 miles.

With plug-in capability, you can fully charge the battery overnight using a 120-volt outlet. There is also an available 240-volt home charging station that provides a full recharge in approximately 2.5 hours. When fully charged, the EPA-estimated gas plus electric driving range is 550 miles.

When the battery is depleted or when more power is needed, the vehicle functions as a traditional gas-electric hybrid. It also features a Regenerative Braking System, allowing it to capture the braking energy and store it for later use.

The available EcoBoost in-line four-cylinder engines combine three different technologies – turbocharging, direct injection, and twin independent variable cam timing to enhance both performance and efficiency.

Want efficiency?

Active Grille Shutters can help improve efficiency by altering the shutters behind the grille. Located between the grille opening and the radiator, the shutters are electronically controlled by the engine control module. They open or close to help maintain the ideal engine operating temperature. When less engine cooling is needed, the shutters close to help improve aerodynamics. This is standard on hybrid and Fusion Energi Plug-In Hybrid models.

In the 2015 Ford Fusion, you can reduce vehicle emissions with available Auto Start-Stop. When the vehicle comes to a stop in city driving, the engine is automatically shut off. The engine seamlessly restarts the instant your foot leaves the brake pedal. This is available on the Fusion SE with the available 1.5L I-4 EcoBoost engine and 17-inch wheels.

The Fusion features a MacPherson front suspension and multilink independent rear suspension. This helps provide a smooth ride in straightaways and a balanced, nimble ride when the Fusion goes around a corner or curve.

Electric power-assisted steering automatically adjusts to deliver precise feel and control at higher speeds, and the required assistance at slower speeds when needed. EPAS features drift control and active nibble control. Drift control technology detects road conditions – such as a crowned road surface or crosswinds – and adjusts the EPAS to compensate.

The active nibble control feature uses the EPAS motor to reduce unwanted vibrations in the steering wheel. The result is a comfortable driving experience and responsive steering.

Available Intelligent AWD uses sensors to constantly monitor traction. It balances torque between the front and rear wheels to enhance handling and maximize traction, typically before wheelslip can even occur. This is available on SE and Titanium gas models equipped with the EcoBoost 2.0L engine.

Using race-inspired technology, the available steering wheel-mounted paddles in the 2015 Ford Fusion provide an engaged driving experience by letting you easily and quickly go from gear to gear without taking your hands off the steering wheel.

Driver-friendly, available convenience features help you maintain proper lane position, parallel park your vehicle with hardly any input on your part, and even warn you of vehicles in your blind spot.

Some of the other technology includes a standard rear view camera, SYNC Voice-Activated technology, available inflatable second-row safety belts, available BLIS with cross-traffic alert, available adaptive cruise control with forward collision warning, and available intelligent access with push-button start.

Nowhere is the attention to detail more apparent than in the stylish Fusion interior. The SE Luxury Package includes finely crafted leather upholstery and heated, power front seats. The dashboard and center stack have a contemporary, clean look. To help you find your optimal driving position, the driver’s seat features power adjustment. Passenger seating is supportive, including ample rear leg room.

Sounds pretty impressive, right?

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