[69gp400]

anyone own the 2.5 engine fusion? if so how do you like it

[2002Z4CSS]

Lots of people I work with drive them and no one has mentioned any complaints with the car.

[Bob Dillon]

Originally Posted by 69gp400

anyone own the 2.5 engine fusion? if so how do you like it

I bought a 2012 in September. I'm satisfied with the car so far, and the 2.5 seems surprisingly peppy for a 4-banger.

[fyrebird68]

I bought a new 1.5L Turbo Fusion in 2013.

I test-drove both the 2.5L and the 1.5L turbo for a whole day. The 2.5 would not pull the big hill coming up off the bridge at I-275 without downshifting, AND it slowed down doing it. The 1.5 did not even blink - 70mph right up the hill, no downshift.

PLUS I get 32-34 mpg on my trips to Iowa. Worth the bucks to me.

[KS circutguy]

Originally Posted by fyrebird68

I bought a new 1.5L Turbo Fusion in 2013.

I test-drove both the 2.5L and the 1.5L turbo for a whole day. The 2.5 would not pull the big hill coming up off the bridge at I-275 without downshifting, AND it slowed down doing it. The 1.5 did not even blink - 70mph right up the hill, no downshift.

PLUS I get 32-34 mpg on my trips to Iowa. Worth the bucks to me.

Nice!

[Bob Dillon]

Originally Posted by fyrebird68

I bought a new 1.5L Turbo Fusion in 2013.

I test-drove both the 2.5L and the 1.5L turbo for a whole day. The 2.5 would not pull the big hill coming up off the bridge at I-275 without downshifting, AND it slowed down doing it. The 1.5 did not even blink - 70mph right up the hill, no downshift.

PLUS I get 32-34 mpg on my trips to Iowa. Worth the bucks to me.

As I said, I like the car, but the position of the heater and A/C controls way down low drives me nuts.

Getting 25-27 here on crappy CA gas.

[cdrookie]

i had a rental fusion for a couple weeks. liked it, but don't start it up and get out to, in my case, scrape the ice off the windshield. doors locked and i had to wait 1.5hrs for road side assistance. didn't think it was possible to lock keys in a car these days. i was wrong.

[Alvin]

Originally Posted by 69gp400

anyone own the 2.5 engine fusion? if so how do you like it

If you're asking BC you're considering buying a new 2014 year end close out I've a suggestion:
Shop around and you may find a better deal on a new 2015 Fusion - I did.

We went shopping for a new car for My Mrs - she picked out this one she liked:

Silver ingot paint, black leather gut, SE w LE 18" wheel /suspension pkg, 1.5 Ecoboost w 6spd auto, w Synch / Audio pkg. Reverse camera, tire pressure monitors, etc.

IIRC - For the month of October FORD has a special promo on their 2015 Fusions, offer 0.9%, loyalty credits, etc.
We've had it for almost a month, she loves driving and the look of it, it is very comfortable, etc. I've driven it more in traffic & hi-ways on business trips than she has on a couple of 100mile round trips. Overall I couldn't tell any difference in the engine size - plenty of on-demand power in town stop & go and merging on ramps, etc. Still have just less than 600 miles on it.

FWIW: Originally we went looking for a new '14 year end close out Mustang or Fusion; ended up with much better deal on this 2015 Fusion. "Your results may vary."

[Bob Dillon]

Originally Posted by Alvin

We went shopping for a new car for My Mrs - she picked out this one she liked:[Indent]Silver ingot paint, black leather gut, SE w LE 18" wheel /suspension pkg, 1.5 Ecoboost w 6spd auto, w Synch / Audio pkg. Reverse camera, tire pressure monitors, etc.

Alvin: Have they moved the a/c controls up or are they still buried way down? That's my only real gripe with the car, and it's not really a big deal.

[Alvin]

Originally Posted by Bob Dillon

Alvin: Have they moved the a/c controls up or are they still buried way down? That's my only real gripe with the car, and it's not really a big deal.

Ours is equipped w dual zone a/c, heated seats, etc. w controls that are all easily accessible via the central touch screen dash control as shown below which includes 4 main sections Navigation/Hands Free Smart Phone/Climate Controls/Entertainment Audio



Same screen automatically converts to backup camera image screen & warning system that @ 1st I thought would be of little use, but it has quickly become a welcome feature - shown below

[Alvin]

Originally Posted by cdrookie

i had a rental fusion for a couple weeks. liked it, but don't start it up and get out to, in my case, scrape the ice off the windshield. doors locked and i had to wait 1.5hrs for road side assistance. didn't think it was possible to lock keys in a car these days. i was wrong.

Thxs for the reminder! We dug out our Securi Code (below) keyless entry info card again in case of mishap like you experienced.

SecuriCode™ keyless entry keypad
Leave your keys in your pocket. Simply enter a security code to unlock the vehicle doors and gain access.

Here's other (of ours) option descriptions

SYNC® with MyFord® Voice-Activated Communications and Entertainment System27
This system comes with everything you need to stay in touch, entertained and informed with the peace of mind of 911 Assist.®

Equipment Group 202A

Value Package Details | Features include:

Heated front seats with leather seating surfaces and 10-way power driver seat with three memory settings
4-way power passenger seat
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Leather-wrapped gearshift knob
Exterior side mirrors with memory feature and auto-dimming driver’s side mirror
Fog lamps
Chrome window moldings
Warm interior accents

More http://www.ford.com/cars/fusion/trim/se/

[69gp400]

I purchased a new 2014 fusion today and will have it Tuesday.i got a great deal since they advertised the wrong price on the web and they honored it and then some.the used ones are more than new with all the same options go figure

[Alvin]

Originally Posted by 69gp400

I purchased a new 2014 fusion today and will have it Tuesday.i got a great deal since they advertised the wrong price on the web and they honored it and then some.the used ones are more than new with all the same options go figure

Congrats. Same was true here for 2015s - cheaper than '14s.

Feel free to post up info and pix when you take delivery of yours. Drivetrain/Trim/Etc.

[Alvin]

Originally Posted by 69gp400

I purchased a new 2014 fusion today and will have it Tuesday.i got a great deal since they advertised the wrong price on the web and they honored it and then some.the used ones are more than new with all the same options go figure

TTT - did you take delivery yet?

[69gp400]

yes I did.i will post pictures soon.im at work now and won"t be home till Thursday morning. snow duty

[beemergary]

I drive my dads 2014. I am only 5-10 and can't even get in or out of it. There's really nothing I like about except one thing-GAS MILEAGE 39-41 mpg. Hard to get used too when used to driving a jeep wrangler or a Ford f-350 pickup. Even the jeep (I luv it) only gets around 22 mpg.

[Alvin]

So far, the only thing I do not care for is the occasional wide A-Pillar blind spot from the drivers position.

Personally we couldn't care less regarding the mileage. In a months time we're still less than 600 miles...although, what I do like is: it quickly revs to 6,000+rpm, merges w traffic, and is a comfortable ride. Time will tell...

[69gp400]

tried loading the pictures but nothing .whats the easiest way

[Bob Dillon]

Originally Posted by beemergary

I drive my dads 2014. I am only 5-10 and can't even get in or out of it.

Power seat? I'm 6'1" and tubby. Took me a while with my head too close to the roof to figure out the seat. Instead of using it like a rocker switch for forward or back or tilt, push it down from the middle and it lowers quite a bit.

[Tom Hand]

We just had a customer with a -07 fusion. Front left turn signal bulb was out. New bulb, not fixed, good socket, not fixed. $580 later it got a new Smart Junction Box. Mounted above driver's left foot, this does a lot of things, one which is flash the indicator faster when a bulb is out in the turn signal. New ones may also need programmed to the car and that adds a bit of $$s. So, instead of $3 bulbs, this poor customer got a $580 bill to pass MO Veh. Inspection. I think a lot of Fords use these so it is not just Fusions.
Tom