2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid Review
Price Range: $13,995 - $22,998





+98
Good
7.7
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The 2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid is an excellent choice if you want a hybrid sedan with some pizzazz. We appreciate its generously sized cabin, intuitive Sync 3 interface, smooth ride, and wide range of standard advanced technology features. And while it has been on the market for quite a while, its shark-like styling still holds up.
2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What's new
- Driver and front passenger seats have fewer adjustments
- Part of the third Fusion generation introduced for 2013
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.03 per gallon for regular unleaded in Minnesota.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Minnesota
$90/mo for Fusion Hybrid SE
Fusion Hybrid SE
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$155/mo
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Ford Fusion Hybrid Reviews
Owner Reviews
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I took the plunge after 2 years of research
5 out of 5 starsJay Graham, 12/12/2018
2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid Titanium 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
2019 FORD FUSION ENERGI REVIEW
I have decided it was time for a review of my 2019 Ford Fusion Energi (plug-in hybrid) review after 6 months of ownership. On a scale of 1-10 (10 being the highest rating) I give it a 9. Overall I like it a lot. There are a few negatives, but overall, it is a very good and efficient vehicle that seems to meet my needs very well. The overall mpg is … between 42 and 43. This compares to 29 for my old Fusion. The EV battery only range is 20 to 30 miles depending on conditions. Extreme cold (-0) I am fortunate to get 15 miles, but in nice weather I can get more than 30 in an urban environment, primarily due to the regenerative braking that charges the battery while driving. The biggest negative is missing the 240 hp of my previous Fusion, but it will make it up the mountain from Phoenix to Flagstaff in a ok fashion. Watching the hybrid battery motor work in conjunction with the gasoline engine is a thing of beauty, It transitions seamlessly for the most efficient drive. The CVT tranny works very well with the Atkinson 4 cyl 2.0 engine. It takes approx. 6 hours to charge on a 120v household circuit, and on a 240v it takes 2.5 hours. It costs from $1.50 to $2 to charge. The body is very sturdy and this gives it a nice ride. The only negative in regard to the body is the much smaller trunk, due to the hybrid battery. Because the gas engine works around ½ the time it requires an Amsoil change every 20,000 or so. The big unanswered question will be, “How long will the hybrid and EV batteries last?” It is warrantied for 7 years or 150,000, but since I drive 50,000 miles a year that equals only 3 years. We shall see. I thank the Lord for this tool to aid me in my work.
I love mine!
5 out of 5 starsDale from Michigan, 08/29/2019
2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
I'm not paid to write this review and I don't have "a dog in the hunt." But I do believe in credit when credit is due. I love my new Fusion. I've had it for about 3 or 4 months now and I love it. No buyer's remorse here. I'm a little older, got back troubles, and I love the ride. It's comfy. It may not be speedy, but it's plenty fast enough. If I need a quick pick-up, I just turn … off the Eco with a push of a button and SLAM.... I'm off! I also appreciate the MPG.... From the time I left the dealership to today, I'm getting an average of 44.5.... what's not to like? Oh.... I got the SEL. That's all....
Dale from Michigan
This car is amazing coming from a 2016 Cruze
5 out of 5 starsMadmax23, 04/03/2020
2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid Titanium 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
Let me first tell you, don't let anyone else especially the haters tell you this car is bad, cause it's not! This has not subpar gas milage, I got this all the way up 607 miles range!!! Yes for a 2019 Ford fusion titanium hybrid I just bought only 6880 miles on it I'm loving with all the safety tech an stuff it's a big step from my Cruze!!! The people that viewed this an gave a subpar … fuel economy are just hating an don't know how to view cars at all, seats are comfortable, tech is amazing sync 3 works flawlessly!!! Sony sound system is excellent!!! Only knock about this car I think is maybe not as fast as some other hybrids but it is still gets up an goes!!
Exceptional car!
5 out of 5 starsDan, 07/10/2020
2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)
I purchased a 2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid SEL with 12,000 miles on it. It was a Ford Certified Preowned. I got a better than new warranty. I got the balance of the 3/36000 factory warranty and another 1/12000 certified warranty that kicks in after the factory warranty expires. The drive train/hybrid is good for 8/80000. I love the tech in this car. The advanced cruise control is a thing of … beauty. The lane keep assist works, but not as well as other cars that I've read about. I'm 68 years old and this is the best car I've ever owned. It has an optional moonroof and the optional White Platinum Metallic tri coat. My Ford Focus owners manual had 182 pages, this car is over 500. I'm still learning but it's a fantastic car, too bad they are going to stop making them. Now for the real kicker...got it for $18,500 what the what? I feel like I stole it! Update to November 2021. I owned the car for 18 months and put 4000 miles on it. I'll still say it's the best car I've ever owned. However, due to the crazy Covid car market I sold it to Carmax for $23,200. I made a $4,700 profit and look forward to buying another one in a year or so when this insanity ends.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid, so we've included reviews for other years of the Fusion Hybrid since its last redesign.
2020 Fusion Hybrid Highlights
SE
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $28,000 |
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Engine Type | Hybrid |
Combined MPG | 42 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $90/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 12.0 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Fusion Hybrid models:
- Reverse Sensing System
- Alerts you to possible objects behind you when you're backing up in the Fusion Hybrid.
- Blind Spot Information System
- Illuminates a light on the left or right mirror if a vehicle is detected in the Fusion Hybrid's blind spot on that side.
- Lane Keeping System
- Vibrates the steering wheel if the Fusion begins to drift outside its lane. Also moves the steering wheel to guide the car back.
NHTSA Overall Rating
5 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall4 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover10.9%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestGood
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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