We researched full road tests from a wide range of respected Web sites, to declare that the 2008 Ford Fusion's a good choice in the mid-size sedan category--with a few reservations. We also tested the Ford car and compared our observations, to offer our expert opinion along with those recommendations.
Likes
- Tight handling
- Good looks
- Available all-wheel drive
- Cutting-edge entertainment systems
Dislikes
- No manual V-6 option
- Fuel economy lags behind class leaders
- No stability control at all
There's plenty to like about the 2008 Ford Fusion. It shares its mid-size platform with the Mazda6, but it's a very different looking machine. It also gets a distinct interior, and a slightly narrower range of transmission choices. It comes with front- or all-wheel drive, four- and six-cylinder engines, and manual and automatic gearboxes.
It's still one of the better-handling family sedans on the market, and one of the better-looking ones from Ford. Car shoppers should note its fuel economy isn't as good as some family four-doors with better interior room, and the V-6 version doesn't offer a manual shifter option.
The Bottom Line:
If great handling and good looks are your first consideration, the 2008 Ford Fusion's a great choice. But there are more fuel-efficient, more roomy sedans for families.
Other ChoicesIf you like the 2008 Ford Fusion, also consider:
- Toyota Camry
- Honda Accord
- Nissan Altima
The Altima comes with a manual-transmission option in four-cylinder versions, has great handling, and also a little more room than the Ford. Car shoppers want style, and the Accord has newly sharpened handling and a snappy shape, while the Camry is the more conservative choice in this class.
Buying TipThe 2008 Ford Fusion gets a Hybrid version for the 2009 model year, if fuel economy is your top concern. Ford also sells the Fusion as the Mercury Milan, and since the Mercury is a slower seller, you may get a better deal on it from your salesperson.
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