Ford Explorer vs Ford Fusion Energi
Overview | |
MSRP$35,510 | MSRP$35,620 |
Average price$25,593 | Average price$16,181 |
Listings9427 | Listings447 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryTwo years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line, Timberline, and King Ranch trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Americans possible. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Fusion may be going away for good, but before it takes its final bow, Ford is doing its best to keep it relevant. This year, the plug-in hybrid version—the Energi—receives increased battery capacity (from 7.6 kWh to 9.0 kWh), thanks to more energy-dense chemistry. In turn, this increases the stated electric range from 21 to 25 miles, putting it right in line with the best-selling plug-in hybrid on the market, the Prius Prime. Additionally, a mild facelift has updated the front and rear, but the real winner for 2019 is Ford’s Co-Pilot360 suite of driver-assistance tech. This addition adds blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, automatic high-beams, and a reversing camera. The Fusion is the first vehicle to get this new package, and in one of the smartest moves Ford has made of late, it comes standard across the range. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 188 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity7.6 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City109 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway97 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)2.5 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 188 hp I4 Hybrid |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)2.5 hours |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity7.6 kWh |
MPG City20 | MPG City109 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway97 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space8.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight |
Height69.9 in | Height58.0 in |
Length198.8 in | Length191.8 in |
Width89.3 in | Width75.2 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $35,510 | $35,620 |
Average price | $25,593 | $16,181 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Two years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line, Timberline, and King Ranch trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Americans possible. | The Fusion may be going away for good, but before it takes its final bow, Ford is doing its best to keep it relevant. This year, the plug-in hybrid version—the Energi—receives increased battery capacity (from 7.6 kWh to 9.0 kWh), thanks to more energy-dense chemistry. In turn, this increases the stated electric range from 21 to 25 miles, putting it right in line with the best-selling plug-in hybrid on the market, the Prius Prime. Additionally, a mild facelift has updated the front and rear, but the real winner for 2019 is Ford’s Co-Pilot360 suite of driver-assistance tech. This addition adds blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, automatic high-beams, and a reversing camera. The Fusion is the first vehicle to get this new package, and in one of the smartest moves Ford has made of late, it comes standard across the range. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 188 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
EV Battery Capacity | 7.6 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 109 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 97 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 2.5 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 188 hp I4 Hybrid |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 2.5 hours | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 7.6 kWh | |
MPG City | 20 | 109 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 97 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 8.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | |
Height | 69.9 in | 58.0 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 191.8 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 75.2 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | |
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