Ford releases pricing for all five 2010 Fusion models
Fusion S: $19,270 (2.5L 4, six-speed manual)
The dust has hardly settled from Ford's big showing at the 2008 LA Auto Show, and already it's making news again with the new 2010 Fusion. Today Ford launched a minisite to promote the redesigned mid-size sedan, and contained therein is pricing for all five models. Everything begins with the base Fusion S model that starts at $19,270 and comes with the new 2.5L four-cylinder and a six-speed manual. The range tops out at the Fusion Hybrid, which starts at $27,270. That's a little more than the Toyota Camry Hybrid, which begins at $26,150, but as AutoblogGreen points out, the Fusion Hybrid comes with Ford's new EcoAssist gauge cluster that may be worth the extra money to buyers. We've also learned that the Fusion Hybrid's fuel economy in the city will be 39 mpg, which is 6 mpg better than the Camry Hybrid, so you will be getting more for your money.
Fusion SE: $20,545 (2.5L 4, six-speed manual)
Fusion SEL: $23,975 (2.5L 4, six-speed auto)
Fusion Sport: $25,825 (3.5L V6, six-speed auto with SelectShift)
Fusion Hybrid: $27,270 (2.5L Atkinson, E-CVT transmission
[Source: Ford]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 4)
Torrent 2:31PM (11/21/2008)
Great pricing. I was hoping for black chrome on the Fusion Sport, but maybe it'll be an option someday down the road.
The Hybrid is awesome.
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happy_penguin 2:57PM (11/21/2008)
39 MPG!!
LOL Camry!
Rob 3:22PM (11/21/2008)
I don't get why I'm supposed to spend nearly $30 grand, to turn around and save a few bucks on gas. And there is a similar comparison enviromentally, with regards to all the work that goes into them. Auto makers aren't getting that half of the hybrid equation is saving money.
Nellydesign 3:35PM (11/21/2008)
Hybrids are not about saving money. If that was true Toyota wouldn't be selling Priuses like they were made of iPods and heroin.
Hybrids are about looking and feeling like you are environmentally conscious. And that's worth a LOT to people. One time cost seems to lose significance in the face of weekly savings, regardless of the fact that the weekly never makes up for the one time.
The smart money is on the 33 MPG 4 cyl Fusion that beats the hybrid Camry for about $8000 less dollars.
arturo 4:11PM (11/21/2008)
when gas prices soared up I saw the toyota pruis everywhere. With gas prices down to $2.00 i rarely see any, goes to show you that American have a short term memory.
Benfolio 4:25PM (11/21/2008)
@ Rob.
It's called a tax break. Should level the field a little bit.
Plus to get to feel all good and green and hip(py) about driving it.
scott 9:43PM (11/21/2008)
if you want black chrome ,buy some transparent grey vinyl or blackchrome vinyl.
tekd 7:23AM (11/22/2008)
Actually I think before gas prices skyrocketed (I mean like WAY before...1999-2006) people often bought the Prius just because it was cutting edge. I remember seeing the 2003 Prius for the first time in like 2002 and just being impressed by how high tech it was (and how high tech it was inside).
And don't tell me it wasn't high tech, back in 2003 other cars didn't have all those crazy smart key/button start, smart door features, lcd screen and crazy car computer features. Even really expensive cars didn't have half the tech you could get in a Prius.
Even now it's pretty appealing to people who wanna be on the cutting edge of electronics or whatever, some people just like having a crazy advanced hybrid powertrain for the sake of having a crazy advanced hybrid powertrain. Much like having the latest computer technology might not actually practically yield anything, but it's still a pissing contest of newest tech.
waiownsyou 2:33PM (11/21/2008)
I love the look of the new front and larger grille but wtf is wrong with the back? UGLY!
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scott 9:48PM (11/21/2008)
looks like Ford finally understood why people put eyebrows on headlights.
TG5k 2:38PM (11/21/2008)
Man, I'd trade in my Scooby for an AWD Sport Version - nice job Ford.
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xcrunk 2:36PM (11/21/2008)
Looks like crap. The first version, based on the 427 concept, was the nicest and closest to concept.
This new one looks like they mashed a 427 and a Falcon....Yuck.
Hope it sells well for Ford...
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John Ward 2:40PM (11/21/2008)
Nearly $20k for a 4 cylinder with a manual transmission? Sounds expensive. Ford is going to have to discount these. It is a nicer vehicle than the current Fusion but the price is up there with all the other major competitors. I bought my 2006 Hyundai Sonata back in Jan 2006 for $19k and that was with a V6 and moonroof! Once you get close to $30k I wouldn't even be considering Ford at all.
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Jason 2:42PM (11/21/2008)
Under $20k for a midsize sedan seems like a good deal to me...
Brn 3:04PM (11/21/2008)
John Ward: "I bought my 2006 Hyundai Sonata back in Jan 2006 for $19k and that was with a V6 and moonroof!"
You'll notice that the prices in the article are LIST prices. The lowest LIST price I can find for a 2009 Sonata with a V6 and moonroof is $24,695.
I congratulate you on finding a good deal, but it's not relevant to the discussion.
henrykrinkle 3:07PM (11/21/2008)
2009 Starting prices:
Malibu $22,275
Accord $20,755
Avenger $20,330
Altima $19,900
Fusion(2010) $19,270
Camry $19,145
Sonata $18,700
Fusion pricing looks good for one of the highest quality cars in it's class.
Mobius_1 2:46PM (11/21/2008)
From that angle, it looks amazing! Would be even better with slightly bigger wheels, but as it stands, it is a pretty good deal for this car.
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twonius 2:48PM (11/21/2008)
39 mpg in the city for 27k?!!
Why the hell didn't they drive this thing to the bailout hearings?!!!
Good job Ford!
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The Other Bob 2:54PM (11/21/2008)
"Why the hell didn't they drive this thing to the bailout hearings?!!!"
Mullaly did drive one to the bailout hearing...from the airport.
Epyx 2:57PM (11/21/2008)
If Mullaly did drive from the airport to the hearings that is awesome. Too bad the press didnt report on this amazing car. I don't think people quite comprehend how good 39mpg city actually is. This is not some little econo-box or a funky looking hybrid. This is a true family car for people that want good mpg but don't want to make sacrifices in style or size.