If you want to reduce your emissions and gas prices, a Ford Fusion Hybrid is the way to go. The Ford Fusion consistently remains a top choice and best-seller in its class because Ford continues to modernize the Hybrid with innovative updates and improvements. Since it's a hybrid vehicle, the Ford Fusion Hybrid also offers an impressive fuel economy and tacks an electric motor to its powertrain, which translates to you spending less money at the pump.
Ford Fusion Hybrid Performance
The Ford Fusion Hybrid has the same mechanical system for all trim levels. All trims get a 2.0L engine that has four cylinders. The Ford's gasoline engine works alongside an electric motor to provide 188 HP in total power. The Ford has an automatic transmission, and it uses front-wheel drive. The Fusion Hybrid handles well, and it reaches 0-60 MPH in about nine seconds. Combined, all trim levels of the Ford Fusion Hybrid have a total fuel economy of 42 miles per gallon (MPG). The Fusion Hybrid gets about 43 MPG in the city and 41 MPG on the highway. Its fuel economy and efficiency make the Hybrid stand out among its competitors.
Your Driving Habits
While the Ford Fusion Hybrid is designed to save money on fuel, the way you drive your car can either reduce or increase its fuel consumption. The Hybrid comes with a sticker in the window from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that shows you its average fuel consumption based on certain factors. However, your driving habits can affect those numbers. Your Ford uses a combination of gasoline and electricity to operate. It relies more heavily on gasoline at higher speeds and when the car requires more power, such as heavy braking or acceleration. Therefore, braking gently and smoothly will help recharge the sedan's battery and make it less dependent on fuel. On the highway, increasing your speed from 55 MPH to 65 MPH will increase your car's fuel consumption by approximately 10% - 15%, while going from 55 MPH to 70 MPH uses about 25% more fuel.
Along with your driving habits, maintaining your car as recommended will help you make the most of its fuel economy. The air filters and fluid filters should be replaced as necessary based on the owner's manual recommendations, and the car's tires should be kept properly inflated.
To learn more about the Ford Fusion Hybrid's fuel economy and savings, contact our dealership today.