[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][mk_image_slideshow images=”2324,2323,2326″ image_width=”800″ image_height=”400″ pause_on_hover=”true”][vc_column_text el_class=”review-slideshow-caption”]2014 Ford Fusion[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space”][vc_column_text]Pros: Broad range of powertrains and trim choices, including well-designed Hybrid and Energi plug-in-hybrid models; one of the quieter cars in the class; crisp-for-the-class handling

Cons: MyFord Touch interface isn’t very user-friendly; top-line trim levels are expensive; swoopy styling intrudes a bit on rear visibility[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”padding_space” margin_top=”10″ margin_bottom=”10″][vc_column_text]CG Says: For 2014, Ford’s midsize car gets an available 1.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder EcoBoost engine and optional inflatable rear seat belts, among other updates. The Fusion is another solid offering from Ford. It has many strong areas, but there are a few weaknesses too. We really like the choice of several different powertrains. And we’ve been especially impressed with the refined 1.5- and 2.0-liter EcoBoost engines and the car’s very comfortable ride. The smooth Hybrid model is a positive, too. While the 2014 Ford Fusion’s EPA estimates are very promising, we’ve been disappointed in the mileage our 2013-model test cars have returned. And we have to say we’re still not convinced that MyFord Touch is a clear improvement over more traditional control interfaces. Fusion is certainly worth a look, and we think the best value is to be found in a modestly optioned SE.[/vc_column_text][mk_divider style=”thick_solid”][vc_column_text]

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5 ways Hybrids are Different[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][mk_image src=”https://consumerguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/14FUSI_HYB_PasSdHi-e1387551460595.jpg” image_width=”600″ image_height=”300″ title=”2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid” caption_location=”outside-image” margin_bottom=”20″ crop=”false”][mk_image src=”https://consumerguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/14FusionEnergi_04_HR-e1387551522876.jpg” image_width=”600″ image_height=”300″ title=”2014 Ford Fusion Energi” caption_location=”outside-image” margin_bottom=”20″ crop=”false”][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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