2012 Fusion
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The 2012 Ford Fusion is a midsize sedan that offers excellent fuel economy and technology features. It comes in four trim levels and is powered by a choice of three engines, including a fuel-efficient 4-cylinder and two V6 options. Key updates for 2012 include standard six-speed automatic transmission on the SE trim, available all-wheel drive on the Sport model, and new exterior colors. The Fusion continues to be praised for its driving dynamics and ranked highly for fuel economy and value compared to competitors like the Toyota Camry and Chevrolet Malibu.
2012 Fusion
- 1. 2012 ford fusion Ford Fusion already has built quite a reputation for itself – clean, cutting-edge design, innovative technologies, performance and fuel efficiency. Fusion ranks among the top fuel economy affordable midsize cars in U.S. news rankings and reviews. 2.5-liter four-cylinder: 23 mpg city/33 mpg highway (front-wheel drive) 3.0-liter V6: 20 mpg city/28 mpg highway (front-wheel drive); 18 mpg city/26 mpg highway (all-wheel drive) 3.5-liter V6: 18 mpg city/27 mpg highway (front-wheel drive); 17 mpg city/24 mpg highway (all-wheel drive) did you know? Fusion’s 23 mpg city is 1 mpg better than Chevrolet Malibu LT and Toyota Camry LE four-cylinder competitors; 20 mpg city for Fusion V6 is 3 mpg better and 28 mpg highway is 2 mpg better than Chevrolet Malibu LT V6 ViTal sTaTs new and noTable engines: 2.5-liter four-cylinder, 175 hp @ • Four distinct models – S, SE, SEL and Sport 6,000 rpm, 172 lb.-ft. torque @ 4,500 rpm; • Three engine choices – one four-cylinder and two V6s available 3.0-liter V6, 240 hp @ 6,550 rpm, 223 lb.-ft. • Six-speed automatic transmission now standard on Fusion SE torque @ 4,300 rpm; 3.5-liter V6, 265 hp @ • SYNC® available on SE model and above 6,250 rpm, 250 lb.-ft. torque @ 4,500 rpm • Fusion Sport offers all-wheel drive; Honda Accord, Chevrolet Malibu and Toyota Camry Transmissions: Six-speed manual, six- do not speed automatic also new for 2012 series: S, SE, SEL, Sport • Three new exterior colors – Black, Cinnamon and Red Candy Tinted Clearcoat Metallic Production location: Hermosillo Stamping • 17-inch aluminum wheels standard on SE and Assembly Plant, Hermosillo, Mexico msrP: Starting at $20,645 sync ePas Class-exclusive SYNC® is available The 2012 Fusion is equipped with safeTy/sTandard and provides hands-free access advanced electric power-assisted • AdvanceTrac® electronic stability control with simple voice commands. steering (EPAS) providing responsive Every vehicle with SYNC offers road feel and enhanced on-center • Dual front airbags, front seat-mounted hands-free calling via paired and balance while offering the additional side airbags and side air curtains connected Bluetooth®-enabled benefit of increased fuel economy. • Personal Safety System™ phone, hands-free music via USB- EPAS also reduces the load on the connected digital media player and engine since a belt-driven power • Tire Pressure Monitoring System customer support and software steering pump is no longer required. • SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ that updates via SyncMyRide.com for Fusion’s front anti-roll bar and rear flashes signal lights and sounds horn in the registered owners. suspension link geometry help ensure event of an accident confident steering, handling and ride. The suspension elements have been • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether tuned to take full advantage of EPAS. Anchors for CHildren) for more information on the 2012 ford fusion and other ford motor company products and news, go to media.ford.com 6/2011