While the base 4-cylinder Fusion performs just fine with one or two people on board, when fully loaded – or when you just want to pass slow-moving traffic quickly – the car functions far better with one of the two V6 engines. Chevrolet Malibu – The Fusion is priced competitively with the Malibu yet offers a more powerful base engine and the option of a manual transmission. The 2012 Ford Fusion is not as roomy inside as other five-passenger sedans such as the Hyundai Sonata and the Honda Accord, but it can still comfortably fit four people and their luggage, with one of the largest trunks by volume in the segment. Exterior rating. For the money, you get the most features and option choices with the Fusion SEL. Lastly, the Sport model gets its own 3.5-liter V6 engine good for 263 hp and 249 lb-ft of torque. Fusion S ($19,270) is powered by a 175-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder, with the manual transmission. Introduction. High on our list of dislikes are the small, hard-to-decipher audio and climate control switches placed low in the Fusion’s center console. Active safety features include anti-lock brakes (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), stability control and a tire-pressure monitor. The Ford Fusion's interior is no penalty box. Rapid Spec for the Hybrid ($5,370) adds the moonroof, Sony audio, a voice-activated navigation system, BLIS, rain sensing wipers and the rear view camera. Moving up the V6 models (SE and SEL) brings a hardy 3.0-liter V6 teamed to the six-speed automatic transmission; AWD can also be added with this engine choice, as can the SelectShift transmission. The 2021 Honda Ridgeline struts into the new year wearing a fresh new style and minor option upgrades. But, if value, reliability and innovative communication and audio options are more important to you than flashy good looks or a low sticker price, the 2012 Ford Fusion may very well be the next car to occupy your garage. As a fashion statement, the 2021 BMW i3 is arguably the leader among compact electric vehicles. #tdi_34_595 .td-doubleSlider-2 .td-item1 {background: url(https://www.autotrader.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/152758.jpg?w=80&h=60&crop=1?w=80&h=60&crop=1) 0 0 no-repeat; } .is-video:after{content:"\f236"; color: rgb(248, 153, 29); position: absolute; font-family: Dashicons; font-size: 29px; left: 24px;}.tdb_single_featured_image {display:none!important} #tdi_34_595 .td-doubleSlider-2 .td-item2 {background: url(https://www.autotrader.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/152760.jpg?w=80&h=60&crop=1?w=80&h=60&crop=1) 0 0 no-repeat; } .is-video:after{content:"\f236"; color: rgb(248, 153, 29); position: absolute; font-family: Dashicons; font-size: 29px; left: 24px;}.tdb_single_featured_image {display:none!important} #tdi_34_595 .td-doubleSlider-2 .td-item3 {background: url(https://www.autotrader.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/152762.jpg?w=80&h=60&crop=1?w=80&h=60&crop=1) 0 0 no-repeat; } .is-video:after{content:"\f236"; color: rgb(248, 153, 29); position: absolute; font-family: Dashicons; font-size: 29px; left: 24px;}.tdb_single_featured_image {display:none!important} #tdi_34_595 .td-doubleSlider-2 .td-item4 {background: url(https://www.autotrader.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/152764.jpg?w=80&h=60&crop=1?w=80&h=60&crop=1) 0 0 no-repeat; } .is-video:after{content:"\f236"; color: rgb(248, 153, 29); position: absolute; font-family: Dashicons; font-size: 29px; left: 24px;}.tdb_single_featured_image {display:none!important} #tdi_34_595 .td-doubleSlider-2 .td-item5 {background: url(https://www.autotrader.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/152766.jpg?w=80&h=60&crop=1?w=80&h=60&crop=1) 0 0 no-repeat; } .is-video:after{content:"\f236"; color: rgb(248, 153, 29); position: absolute; font-family: Dashicons; font-size: 29px; left: 24px;}.tdb_single_featured_image {display:none!important}, Pros: Wide range of trims and pricing; available all-wheel drive; SYNC communications system; hybrid model offers superior fuel economy, Cons: Narrow rear seat; styling and design growing a bit stale; some controls are small and difficult to operate. Nicely enhanced with chrome, the Fusion looks muscular and crisp, with more than a hint of Euro panache. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at carmax.com