Pros: Completely redesigned last year, the 2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid continues to impress with a very classy and elegant design, numerous cutting-edge technologies, a spacious and quiet interior, dynamic handling, and of course greater fuel economy than with the regular Fusion, not to mention other midsize hybrids. It also manages to retain a fold-down rear seat, which not all its competitors do.
Cons: Real-world mileage is often lower than ratings, and the available MyFord Touch interface is still prone to glitches. Moreover, expect to sacrifice a good deal of trunk space (due to the location of the battery) and make do with front-wheel drive (all-wheel drive can't be specified with this variant of the Fusion).
2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid Price: This model comes in three trim levels including S ($28,699), SE ($29,999), and Titanium ($35,499). The Appearance and Luxury packages will push the price up.
2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid Fuel Economy: Ratings for the Fusion Hybrid are 4.0L/100km in the city and 4.1L/100km on the highway.
Improvements and Changes: For 2014, Ford has revised several elements of the Fusion Hybrid's vehicle and climate control software to make it more economical under certain conditions.
2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid Powertrain: The hybrid system here consists of a 2.0L 4-cylinder, Atkinson-cycle engine joined to an electric motor that's fed by a lithium-ion battery pack. Together, they send 188 horsepower and 129 lb-ft of torque to the front wheels through a specialized CVT. The Fusion Hybrid can travel gas-free at speeds of up to 100 km/h.
Cargo Capacity: The 2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid boasts a 340-litre trunk.
Safety: Eight airbags come standard, along with AdvanceTrac stability control. Most trim levels are available with adaptive cruise control, active park assist, a rear camera, cross-traffic alert, and lane-keeping assist. It's worth noting that the car received an IIHS Top Safety Pick designation.
Comparing the 2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid: Interested in buying a very fuel-efficient midsize car like the Fusion Hybrid? Consider the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, Kia Optima Hybrid, Honda Accord Hybrid, Toyota Camry Hybrid and Prius, as well as the Volkswagen Passat TDI.
Cons: Real-world mileage is often lower than ratings, and the available MyFord Touch interface is still prone to glitches. Moreover, expect to sacrifice a good deal of trunk space (due to the location of the battery) and make do with front-wheel drive (all-wheel drive can't be specified with this variant of the Fusion).
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2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid Price: This model comes in three trim levels including S ($28,699), SE ($29,999), and Titanium ($35,499). The Appearance and Luxury packages will push the price up.
2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid Fuel Economy: Ratings for the Fusion Hybrid are 4.0L/100km in the city and 4.1L/100km on the highway.
Improvements and Changes: For 2014, Ford has revised several elements of the Fusion Hybrid's vehicle and climate control software to make it more economical under certain conditions.
2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid Powertrain: The hybrid system here consists of a 2.0L 4-cylinder, Atkinson-cycle engine joined to an electric motor that's fed by a lithium-ion battery pack. Together, they send 188 horsepower and 129 lb-ft of torque to the front wheels through a specialized CVT. The Fusion Hybrid can travel gas-free at speeds of up to 100 km/h.
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Cargo Capacity: The 2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid boasts a 340-litre trunk.
Safety: Eight airbags come standard, along with AdvanceTrac stability control. Most trim levels are available with adaptive cruise control, active park assist, a rear camera, cross-traffic alert, and lane-keeping assist. It's worth noting that the car received an IIHS Top Safety Pick designation.
Comparing the 2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid: Interested in buying a very fuel-efficient midsize car like the Fusion Hybrid? Consider the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, Kia Optima Hybrid, Honda Accord Hybrid, Toyota Camry Hybrid and Prius, as well as the Volkswagen Passat TDI.