2010 FUSION AND 2009 ESCAPE HYBRIDS PROVIDE BUYERS TOP TAX CREDITS

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If you're looking for responsive performance in the most fuel-efficient mid-size sedan in America, the 2.5L Duratec I-4 engine with advanced features like intake variable cam timing technology is the way to go. It cranks out 175 horses and 172 lbs.-ft. of torque, while delivering EPA-estimated 23 City/34 Highway/27 Combined mpg. Pretty impressive!
The 3.0L Duratec V6 is equipped with variable-cam timing and flex-fuel (E-85) capability. Its 240 horsepower rating is up more than 19 horses over the previous 3.0L V6.
The 3.5L Duratec V6 generating 263 horsepower is the feature powerplant in the new Fusion Sport model, which also comes equipped with a modified sport-tuned suspension, 18-inch painted aluminum wheels, sport trim inside and out, Ford SYNC® Communications and Entertainment System, and much more.
And there's the all-new Fusion Hybrid. While so much attention is paid to its outstanding best-in-class fuel economy,† the 2.5L Atkinson-Cycle Hybrid I-4 system combines with the electric motor to generate 191 net horsepower rating, delivering the responsive power you need, when you need it.
*Based on EPA-estimated 23 City/34 Hwy/27 Combined mpg, Fusion S model, I-4 with automatic. Class is mid-size sedans. Actual mileage will vary.†EPA-estimated 41 City/36 Hwy mpg. Class is mid-size sedans. Actual mileage will vary.
By designing a transmission with more gears, engineers can calibrate its wider range of ratios to deliver more responsive acceleration at the low end and higher fuel economy at the high overdrive gear. In the case of the new Ford Fusion, Ford engineers used the 6-speed transmission to help achieve best-in-class fuel economy.*
All transmissions in Ford Fusion gas models now have six speeds. A 6-speed manual comes standard in the Fusion S and SE with the 2.5L Duratec I-4 engine, while the SEL I-4 model gets a smooth-shifting and quiet-operating 6-speed automatic (optional with S and SE).
V6-powered Fusion models feature the 6-speed SelectShift™ automatic transmission. You can override automatic operation and enjoy the fun-to-drive experience of a manual transmission, providing total control over gear selection and performance feel. The 2.5L Atkinson-Cycle Hybrid I-4 engine is teamed with an electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT). As its name suggests, this transmission is designed to provide seamless shifting because there is no progression of gear changes in the usual sense. What's more, because the eCVT can compensate for changing vehicle speeds, it allows engine speed to remain at its level of peak efficiency, helping make the Fusion Hybrid the most fuel-efficient hybrid sedan in its class.†
*Based on EPA-estimated 23 City/34 Hwy/27 Combined mpg, Fusion S model, I-4 with automatic. Class is mid-size sedans. Actual mileage will vary.†EPA-estimated 41 City/36 Hwy. Class is mid-size sedans. Actual mileage will vary.
Ford Fusion features a double-wishbone independent front suspension with stabilizer bar, a design commonly found in top-of-the-line sports and luxury cars. And Ford engineers made the best use of the multi-link independent rear suspension's design flexibility to deliver excellent ride quality and handling capability.
For the driving enthusiast who demands more power, and more handling agility, we've added the new Sport model to the exciting Fusion lineup. Modified sport-tuned suspension components bring the Fusion handling experience to an even higher dimension of driving enjoyment, to match the power of the 263-hp 3.5L 24-valve V6.
AdvanceTrac® ESC (Electronic Stability Control) automatically applies the brakes and modulates engine torque whenever it detects wheel slip, and helps avoid skidding and fishtailing by controlling understeer and oversteer. It also helps maintain more control under conditions such as ice, gravel or rain, providing more confident stopping power.
he V6-powered Fusion with class-exclusive* All-Wheel Drive (AWD) improves traction on any surface where wheel slip can occur, such as ice, snow, mud or gravel. It constantly monitors driving conditions and distributes engine torque to the wheels with the most traction. So if the front wheels are experiencing poor low-speed traction, AWD will automatically transfer most of the torque to the rear wheels or the wheels having the most traction. At highway speed, the AWD system automatically deactivates to help conserve fuel.
*Class is mid-size sedan.
These 18" painted aluminum wheels mounted on low-aspect-ratio P255/45VR18 tires are yours on the exciting new Fusion Sport. This unique tire/wheel set is linked to sport-tuned suspension components for a tight, sporty feel on the sharpest of corners.
An increase in power once meant a decrease in economy. Not anymore. Take the new 2010 mid-size Fusion. The 2.5L Duratec I-4 engine delivers higher power ratings of 175 horsepower and 172 lbs./ft. of torque. It also puts Fusion at the head of its class in fuel economy with EPA-estimated 23 City/34 Hwy/27 Combined mpg.*
And imagine getting 41 miles per gallon and being able to travel over 700 miles on a single tank of gas - in city traffic. That's the kind of mileage you can expect to achieve in an all-new Fusion Hybrid, the most fuel-efficient hybrid sedan in its class.†
No compromise - expect nothing less in a Ford Fusion.
*Based on EPA-estimated 23 City/34 Hwy/27 Combined mpg, Fusion S model, I-4 with automatic. Class is mid-size sedans. Actual mileage will vary.†EPA estimated 41 City/36 Hwy mpg. Class is mid-size sedan. Actual mileage will vary.
Fusion Hybrid propulsion is supplied by a combination of two sources: an electric motor powered by an innovative nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery, and the next generation of the 2.5L Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Hybrid engine. The electric motor can propel Fusion Hybrid up to 47 mph on its own power, and combines with the hybrid engine when extra power is needed. Combined power rating is 191 net horsepower. The 2.5L Atkinson-cycle I-4 Hybrid engine features late intake valve closing (iVCT), as well as advancements in processor technology for seamless transitions from gas to electric mode.
Fusion Hybrid delivers plenty of power. And best of all, it's the most fuel-efficient hybrid sedan in America.*
†EPA-estimate 41 City/36 Hwy mpg. Class is mid-size sedan. Actual mileage will vary.
Fusion Hybrid can go up to 47 miles per hour on the power of the electric motor alone. No other hybrid vehicle can match this top speed in EV (electric vehicle) mode. This helps Fusion Hybrid achieve a class-leading 41 miles per gallon in city traffic and 700 miles on a single tank of gas.* And that's an important fact well worth considering when investing in a hybrid vehicle.
*EPA-estimated 41 City mpg. 17.5-gallon fuel tank. Actual mileage will vary.
ncluded in the available Navigation System is the Hybrid Energy Flow Display. It lets you to track the powertrain's four modes of operation - Hybrid Drive, Electric Drive, Gas Engine and Idle Charging - plus overall fuel economy.
When you apply the brakes in a conventional vehicle, kinetic energy is lost to heat due to friction. During braking in the Fusion Hybrid, the electric motor captures 94 percent of this energy that is normally lost and sends it back to the battery pack to be stored for later use. Not only does regenerative braking efficient, but it helps minimize wear on the brake pads, lowering the cost of maintenance.
The available 3.0L Duratec V6 has been updated and puts out more than 19 more horsepower than last year's 3.0L Duratec. What's more, it now has Flex Fuel capability. You can run on unleaded gasoline, E85 (up to 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline) or any mix of the two. So you can fill up wherever you are, even if E85 isn't readily available.
Earth-friendly cloth fabric in the Fusion Hybrid is made from 85 percent post-industrial materials -- polyester fibers that would otherwise have ended up in landfills.
2010 Fusion offers all the great features of the available voice-activated Ford SYNC® System* -- plus two new features: 911 Assist™ and Vehicle Health Report.
With SYNC you can access your music collection on your MP3 player by genre, album, artist or song title and operate your Bluetooth® phone with simple voice commands.* You can even make music selections through your flash drive by voice command.
SYNC gets a major system upgrade with the addition of 911 Assist. Within seconds after airbag deployment, SYNC uses your cell phone connection you programmed into the system to make a call to a local 911 emergency operator. A pre-recorded message will then play when the call is answered, and you'll be able to communicate with the 911 operator.†
Along with 911 Assist™, SYNC will offer a Vehicle Health Report feature. SYNC gathers information from the vehicle's control modules and transmits it through the cell phone connection you programmed into the system to Ford by way of an 800-number. You can receive these health reports free of charge by e-mail or text-message alerts.
SYNC is optional in Fusion SE; standard in Fusion SEL and Sport models and also in the Fusion Hybrid.
*Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control. Only use mobile phones and other devices, even with voice commands, when it is safe to do so. The Bluetooth word mark is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.†The vehicle's electrical system (including the battery), the wireless service provider's signal and a connected mobile phone all must be available operating for 911 Assist™ to function properly. These systems may become damaged in a crash. The paired mobile phone must be connected to SYNC and the 911 Assist feature enabled in order for 911 to be dialed.
The optional voice-activated Navigation System provides more advanced features in the new 2010 Fusion. Navigational aids include detailed freeway exit, turn and ramp transition lane guidance; street name announcement; and current location display. Also part of the system is a 10-gibabyte hard drive for storing photos, ripping CDs, and managing music with the Jukebox function.
And there's the greater wealth of travel information the SIRIUS Travel Link™ service provides,* such as real-time traffic and weather conditions plus area gas stations with fuel prices. The system comes with a single-disc CD/DVD player and Sony® sound system featuring 12 speakers including two subwoofers. Watch a DVD when the vehicle is in Park - a really nice feature.
What's more, the Hybrid Energy Flow Display lets you track the powertrain's three main modes of operation (Hybrid Drive, Electric Drive, and Idle Charging) and overall fuel economy.
*Real-time traffic monitoring available in select markets. Some features are unavailable while driving. Service not available in Alaska or Hawaii. SIRIUS Travel Link is a registered trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio, Inc.
Sony is a registered trademark of Sony Electronics, Inc.
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio delivers more than 130 channels of news, sports, entertainment and 100% commercial-free music. A 6-month subscription is included.* It's standard in the Fusion SE, SEL and Sport, as well as the Hybrid model.
*SIRIUS service not available in Alaska and Hawaii. SIRIUS is a registered trademark of SIRIUS Satellite Radio, Inc.
The exclusive dual LCD SmartGauge™ Cluster with EcoGuide is an innovative gauge cluster that provides real-time information to help you get the most efficiency from your Fusion Hybrid.
SmartGauge™ with EcoGuide uses dual liquid crystal display (LCD) screens on either side of the center-mounted speedometer. A tutorial built into the display lets you choose one of four data screens for the level of information you want - Inform, Enlighten, Engage or Empower - and explains your options within each. Steering wheel-mounted controls make it all easy. All levels can indicate instant fuel economy; fuel economy history; odometer; engine coolant temperature; plus trip data including fuel economy, time-elapsed fuel economy and miles to empty.
Watch the display grow leaves when you drive efficiently. Or watch them fade when you don't. More leaves = more mpg (up to 41 mpg city). This green motivator works during any of the four display modes.
Your Fusion is engineered to handle with precision and agility. But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy some serious rock ‘n' rolling - which is what the exclusive new optional Sony® Sound System provides. The system features Dolby DAEP 5.1 Surround Sound technology and Sony DSP processing, 390 watts of power, and 12 high-quality premium speakers including two subwoofers. It comes with a 6-disc in-dash CD changer (single disc CD player with available Navigation System) and is, of course, MP3-capable.
Sony is a registered trademark of Sony Electronics, Inc.
The available class-exclusive* BLIS™ (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross Traffic Alert is yet another new innovation available on the 2010 Ford Fusion.
Using two multiple-beam radar modules positioned in the rear quarter panels, the system's radar detects moving objects within a 65-foot range from either side of your vehicle. With BLIS™ (Blind Spot Information System), the radar identifies a vehicle entering the defined blind spot zone and illuminates an indicator LED light on the corresponding side view mirror when you're signaling. The Cross Traffic Alert feature provides an audible warning, as well as an indicator light in the corresponding sideview mirror, that a vehicle is crossing while you're backing out of a parking spot or your driveway.
*Class is mid-size sedans.
Put the gear selector in Reverse and the optional Rear View Camera automatically transmits the image to your rearview mirror (shown), when you're slowly backing up. If your Fusion is equipped with the available Navigation System, the image is shown on the navigation screen.
The class-exclusive Reverse Sensing System uses an audible signal to alert you to an obstacle up to 16 feet at the rear when you're slowly backing up.* The alert sound becomes more frequent and louder the closer the vehicle gets to the object. This is a feature you'll appreciate whether you're in your driveway or in a tight parking lot spot. It's optional in Fusion SE, SEL and Sport models, and standard in the Fusion Hybrid.
*Class is mid-size sedans.
The class-exclusive Reverse Sensing System uses an audible signal to alert you to an obstacle up to 16 feet at the rear when you're slowly backing up.* The alert sound becomes more frequent and louder the closer the vehicle gets to the object. This is a feature you'll appreciate whether you're in your driveway or in a tight parking lot spot. It's optional in Fusion SE, SEL and Sport models, and standard in the Fusion Hybrid.
*Class is mid-size sedans.
Ford designers took an already bold design and made it even more dynamic, from the new power-dome hood to the familiar Ford 3-bar chrome grille that's more pronounced, complementing the more aggressive shape of the hood.
The new quad-beam halogen headlamps do more than illuminate your way at night. Special black bezels and chrome rings on the headlamps help blend into the 3-bar chrome grille, accentuating the bold, dynamic styling of the 2010 Ford Fusion. Notice as well the fog lamps flanking the more aggressive shape of the air dam. Fog lamps come standard on Fusion SE, SEL, Sport and Hybrid.
Pick one of the seven colors in the Ambient Lighting feature to express your mood. You can add colorful accents in the front and rear footwells, front center console bin, and front two cupholders. Ambient Lighting is standard in Fusion SEL and available in the new Sport model with the Electronics Package. It's also standard in the Fusion Hybrid.
Ice Blue backlighting for the instrument cluster and control knobs is one of those small but important touches that contribute to the upscale ambience in the Ford Fusion gas-powered models.
When you see a Light Ice Blue Metallic Fusion, it's an all-new Fusion Hybrid.17" 15-spoke painted aluminum wheels and the Road & Leaf badge are also unique features that say this is a very special Ford Fusion.