2013 Ford Fusion

nskitts · 03-03-2012, 07:20 AM

We have a kid comin' in August so the G35 Coupe has to go. What do you guys think of the new Fusion that's coming out? Or should I just get in line to get my Camry/Accord and be done with it...

NICO · 03-03-2012, 07:23 AM

Fusions have proven to be fantastic vehicles. The new one seems to scream baby Aston. I like it, sorta.

I think you can't make up your mind about any car without driving them. Bring the car seat and all the baby related baggage along for your test drive, maybe even a doll to load into and out of the car seat. All that stuff is what living with the car will be like.

Fleece Johnson · 03-03-2012, 12:04 PM

Saw it in metal in Detroit. Thought it looked much better in person. Grill does scream baby Aston. The back was nice too!

We drove both a Camry and Accord(I liked the Camry better), but I let my wife chose and we ended up with an 07 Accord. It's not a bad car, decent grins when you wind up the V6. But with our second baby here I'm pushing for an AWD Taurus SHO.

nskitts · 03-03-2012, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Fleece Johnson

Saw it in metal in Detroit. Thought it looked much better in person. Grill does scream baby Aston. The back was nice too!

We drove both a Camry and Accord(I liked the Camry better), but I let my wife chose and we ended up with an 07 Accord. It's not a bad car, decent grins when you wind up the V6. But with our second baby here I'm pushing for an AWD Taurus SHO.

I hear the new Fusion will have a turbo 4 that will get 37MPG...not sure what the MPG will be in AWD..

Fleece Johnson · 03-03-2012, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by nskitts

I hear the new Fusion will have a turbo 4 that will get 37MPG...not sure what the MPG will be in AWD..

Looks like it could be the same motor that they are putting in the 2013 escape....?

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EcoBoost 2.0L I4- This engine replaces the now obsolete Duratec 30 V6, producing similar power, more torque, and better fuel economy. Output is projected to be the same as the Escape at 237 bhp (177 kW; 240 PS) and 250 lb·ft (340 N·m). of torque through a 6F35 transmission with SelectShift capability. Steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters will be offered on the Titanium trim, while a sequential shift lever is expected on S and SE trims. AWD is an exclusive option to this engine choice.

Seems a little down on power, but if it gets 35+ MPG HWY ask me if I care!

Put me on the list for a test drive!

mike884 · 03-03-2012, 03:13 PM

Wait for the Fusion & Ecoboost.. and go test drive one, especially over the Accord/Camry.. I think you will be mighty impressed. No shame in going the Ford route, the vehicles are top notch, and coming from a G35 the Fusion will be the more sporting ride for sure.

jdiaz · 03-03-2012, 03:15 PM

I saw a 2012 Camry on the road the other day....what an awful looking car.

Fleece Johnson · 03-03-2012, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by jdiaz

I saw a 2012 Camry on the road the other day....what an awful looking car.

The first 10 or 12 I saw I swore they were Corollas.

A-Bone · 03-03-2012, 03:33 PM

It think it is a great looking car...

BCC · 03-03-2012, 03:36 PM

For the most part, Japan's lost the plot. Innovation is once again mainly in Europe and the Americas, with even Korea out-Japaning Asia.

Fusion.

JNRobert · 03-03-2012, 03:46 PM

As these threads wouldn't have any form without contrariness - may I respectfully suggest

p.s. The resemblance to an Aston Martin is like comparing Sandra Bernhard with Angelina Jollie on account both woman have large grills

JamesG · 03-03-2012, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Fleece Johnson

The first 10 or 12 I saw I swore they were Corollas.

I can't tell them apart from the Civics or Accords unless I see the logos or brand names on the back. Bland...

jdiaz · 03-03-2012, 06:39 PM

We love our Passat wagon, but the CC starts at $31k now.

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Originally Posted by JNRobert

As these threads wouldn't have any form without contrariness - may I respectfully suggest

Hayduke · 03-03-2012, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by A-Bone

It think it is a great looking car...

Nice.

green hell · 03-03-2012, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by jdiaz

I saw a 2012 Camry on the road the other day....what an awful looking car.

toyota has lost their mind(s).

the new fusion is very attractive. the first model, eh, not so much. i'd consider one with all-wheel drive and a stick shift.

03-03-2012, 07:20 AM	#1
nskitts ^OP Beastly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2006 Location: Southern Ohio Oddometer: 2,710	2013 Ford Fusion We have a kid comin' in August so the G35 Coupe has to go. What do you guys think of the new Fusion that's coming out? Or should I just get in line to get my Camry/Accord and be done with it... __________________ "I never regretted any vacation that I took." --Dad, a few months before he passed.

03-03-2012, 07:23 AM	#2
NICO NWGS's pwner!1!!1! Joined: May 2006 Oddometer: 18,611	Fusions have proven to be fantastic vehicles. The new one seems to scream baby Aston. I like it, sorta. I think you can't make up your mind about any car without driving them. Bring the car seat and all the baby related baggage along for your test drive, maybe even a doll to load into and out of the car seat. All that stuff is what living with the car will be like. __________________

03-03-2012, 03:13 PM	#6
mike884 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2010 Location: Cleveland, OH Oddometer: 139	Wait for the Fusion & Ecoboost.. and go test drive one, especially over the Accord/Camry.. I think you will be mighty impressed. No shame in going the Ford route, the vehicles are top notch, and coming from a G35 the Fusion will be the more sporting ride for sure. mike884 screwed with this post 03-03-2012 at 03:21 PM

03-03-2012, 03:36 PM	#10
BCC I know better Joined: Jul 2004 Location: Southern NJ Oddometer: 6,645	For the most part, Japan's lost the plot. Innovation is once again mainly in Europe and the Americas, with even Korea out-Japaning Asia. Fusion. __________________ Everybody is ignorant, only on different subjects - Will Rogers Do not do to others what you would not have them do to you - Hillel If you can't be knowledgeable, be certain

03-03-2012, 03:46 PM	#11
JNRobert Breaking Wind Joined: Nov 2003 Location: Bay Area, California Oddometer: 8,425	As these threads wouldn't have any form without contrariness - may I respectfully suggest p.s. The resemblance to an Aston Martin is like comparing Sandra Bernhard with Angelina Jollie on account both woman have large grills __________________ Crusader of Slack JNRobert screwed with this post 03-03-2012 at 05:33 PM

03-03-2012, 12:04 PM	#3
Fleece Johnson Husky Adventurer Joined: Feb 2009 Location: Lucastucky, OH Oddometer: 298	Saw it in metal in Detroit. Thought it looked much better in person. Grill does scream baby Aston. The back was nice too! We drove both a Camry and Accord(I liked the Camry better), but I let my wife chose and we ended up with an 07 Accord. It's not a bad car, decent grins when you wind up the V6. But with our second baby here I'm pushing for an AWD Taurus SHO.

03-03-2012, 03:15 PM	#7
jdiaz . Joined: Feb 2002 Location: Elburn, IL Oddometer: 31,096	I saw a 2012 Camry on the road the other day....what an awful looking car.

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A-Bone Indubitably Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Cow Hampsha, (NH, USA) Oddometer: 11,629	It think it is a great looking car...

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