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    2013 Ford Fusion - WOW!

    To me, this thing looks sick! Reminds me of a Jaguar!










    ...and they are taking the EcoBoost to the next level with this car...

    EcoBoost 1.6L I4- Ford will target this engine towards customers who want a power and fuel efficiency boost over the base engine, without paying the "hybrid premium." Projected output is at 179 bhp (133 kW; 181 PS) and 172 lb·ft (233 N·m). of torque - a small increase from the base engine. However, highway fuel economy is estimated at 37 mpg, making it best-in-class for non-hybrid midsize sedans. A 6-speed manual transmission will be offered, along side the customary 6F35 automatic.

    EcoBoost 2.0L I4- This engine replaces the now obsolete Duratec 30 V6, producing similar power, more torque, and better fuel economy. Output is projected to be the same as the Escape at 237 bhp (177 kW; 240 PS) and 250 lb·ft (340 N·m). of torque through a 6F35 transmission with SelectShift capability. Steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters will be offered on the Titanium trim, while a sequential shift lever is expected on S and SE trims. AWD is an exclusive option to this engine choice.

    The old standby/current std. engine will still be offered (Duratec 2.5 I4), but there will no longer be a V6 available

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (artcarney_agr)

    I chased down one of those Fusions one day on the 3 lane. Those buggies are some powerful little scooters. I've got the wife thinking on one.

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (artcarney_agr)

    I have noticed a lot of the American (i.e. Big 3) cars / SUVs have been taking on a European look lately.

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (Lockon)

    I have a 2011 SEL and love it .
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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (NY Trooper)

    I'm still kicking myself that I didn't scrape up enough money to buy some Ford stock when it was less than $2 a share a few years ago.........Ford is doing a lot of good things right now! They just get better and better each year!

    The revamped 2010 Fusion sold like wildfire, I can only imagine what this one will do!

    Add in the new revamped Escape and all of these EcoBoost motors getting rave reviews...the sky's the limit for Ford right now!

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (artcarney_agr)

    Very nice looking ride! Now I'd really be interested if Ford would give the option to get a 3.5 Ecoboost in the new Explorer. Currently it's only the regular 3.5 V6 or an I-4 Ecoboost.


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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (artcarney_agr)

    More like an Aston Martin front but hey, Ford own Jag and Aston so no surprise.
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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (artcarney_agr)

    <table width="90%" cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=center><tr><td>Quote, originally posted by artcarney_agr &raquo;</td></tr><tr><td class="quote">Add in the new revamped Escape... </td></tr></table>

    Have always bled Ford Blue... Currently have a 2010 Escape in the stable with an '02 Explorer and '05 F-150... IMHO, Ford killed the looks of the Escape with the latest 'upgrade.'

    http://www.ford.com/suvs/escape/2013/

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (artcarney_agr)

    That's awesome. Will be purchasing the wife a new ride soon, always bled Ford blue. We'll be looking at one of those.

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (artcarney_agr)

    I've never been a fan of Ford cars or trucks, just never liked the looks of them. But that car is sharp!
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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (hatcreek)

    <table width="90%" cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=center><tr><td>Quote, originally posted by hatcreek &raquo;</td></tr><tr><td class="quote">

    Have always bled Ford Blue... Currently have a 2010 Escape in the stable with an '02 Explorer and '05 F-150... IMHO, Ford killed the looks of the Escape with the latest 'upgrade.'

    http://www.ford.com/suvs/escape/2013/

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    I wouldn't call it an upgrade...they basically dumped the old Escape for a totally different animal with the same name that is to compete with all the foreign vehicles that look just like it....kind of like a "if you can't beat'em, then copy'em" deal. I supposed it's competitors are the Honda CRV, Toyota RAV4, Kia Sportage, Chevy Equinox, and so on....all similar looking styles that Ford didn't really have a player in. The Edge was close, but not quite close enough.

    I think they are betting that if you liked the old style Escape, you'll find yourself in the new Explorer as a replacement.

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (sgt93)

    <table width="90%" cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=center><tr><td>Quote, originally posted by sgt93 &raquo;</td></tr><tr><td class="quote">More like an Aston Martin front but hey, Ford own Jag and Aston so no surprise. </td></tr></table>

    That hasn’t been true for a while, Aston is independent and Jag is owned by TATA.

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (mhr650)

    That looks awesome!

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (dreaminbig)

    Not a Ford fan either but that is a sharp car.

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (artcarney_agr)

    Sharp! I assume that is the production model and not just a concept? Hopefully it looks the same when it is rolled out on the showrooms, definitely a nice looking car!
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    <table width="90%" cellspacing=0 cellpadding=0 align=center><tr><td>Quote, originally posted by sgt93 &raquo;</td></tr><tr><td class="quote">More like an Aston Martin front but hey, Ford own Jag and Aston so no surprise. </td></tr></table>

    Yep!

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    Re: 2013 Ford Fusion - WOW! (bschwoep)

    the front end kind of looks like my wifes new volvo. very slick looking car.

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    So this is what the cars running NASCAR will look ?
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    Yeah but the "grill" will be all sticker and it'll have 800 horse V-8 with 4 speed manual.

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    my gf, my sister and my dad all bought new fusions last year. Its an awesome little car and that new one looks pretty sweet. Would definately take that style over the 2011's.

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