Pricing: 2010 Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan
Starting at just under $20,000 ($19,995 including $725 destination and delivery charge), the Fusion S base model will be powered by a new 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine with an EPA-rated highway fuel economy of 34 mpg. The SE trim level will start at $20,545 and the SEL at $23,975. An optional 3.0-liter V6 engine is also available on SE and SEL models. In addition, the performance version Sport starts at $25,825 with the AWD version at $27,675.
The Mercury Milan is priced at $21,180 (including destination and delivery) for the FWD model with the four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic transmission. The top of the line Milan Premier AWD model will be priced $27,800 with the 3.0-liter V-6 engine.
The Fusion Hybrid will start at $27,995 and the Milan Hybrid at $31,300. Both are EPA rated at 41 mpg city, 36 highway, besting government figures for the Toyota Camry Hybrid by 8 mpg city, and 2 mpg highway.
Customers who purchase a Fusion or Milan Hybrid may qualify for the highest available federal tax credit of $3,400 if they purchase by March 31, 2009. Partial credits will be available after that until the end of March 2010.
The current Fusion and Milan both have done well in our tests with a controlled and satisfying ride and sporty feel. We have not tested the 2010s yet.
For more information about the new Fusion and Milan hybrids, see our preview coverage.
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Posted by: Diya | Mar 4, 2009 5:37:50 AM
Wow!! Excellent appearence, this car is an output of real well engineered machines with all luxury tucked in. This car really tempts me.. but now I am not finacially sound,If anybody wishes to buy a gift for me I will go with this car :-) Anybody there.....???
Posted by: Paul Rivers | Mar 4, 2009 11:12:12 AM
"Customers who purchase a Fusion or Milan Hybrid may qualify for the highest available federal tax credit of $3,400 if they purchase by March 31, 2009."
It's the beginning of March now - is the Ford Fusion Hybrid even available to buy?? I went to the Ford site, and the Ford dealership near me certainly doesn't have any in stock...
Posted by: Jeff Bartlett - Consumer Reports | Mar 4, 2009 12:02:33 PM
Ford is cutting this close. Cars are expected to arrive in late March. I've been told by Ford that pre-ordered cars will be eligible.
Posted by: Ginny | Apr 5, 2009 8:39:33 PM
Never in a million years would I ever expect to own a Ford. (remember Fix Or Repair Daily). But I'm thrilled to say we took delivery the 2010 Fusion Hybrid last Monday. Wow! Stylish, comfortable, fun to drive. And - for around town - keep it under 47 mph and never burn a gallon of gas. Quiet, smooth transition from electric to gas. Instrument panel provides a wealth of info PLUS the icon of the leaves that grow to show you just how much gas you're not burning. Highway driving (70-75mph) we're getting 37mph. This car is a winner. It's so cool I can't believe it's a Ford. (Fun On Road Daily?)
Posted by: Bob L | May 6, 2009 10:39:13 AM
Ford has been producing excellent cars for years, including the Fusion. How do we convince people to consider the Fusion when they're looking at the dull Camry or the homely Accord?
Posted by: Tammy Shults | Jun 19, 2009 9:18:34 PM
When will Consumer Reports do a rating or at least show comparison data (prior to releasing real rating) for the Fusion Hybrid? I have searched through the new car guide repeatedly, and randomly gotten it to show up, but the standard search does not bring it up regularly.
Posted by: Jeff Bartlett - Consumer Reports | Jun 20, 2009 7:37:24 AM
Tammy - We'll have a First Drive report on the site in just a few days. It will be linked from the index at:
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/new-cars/first-drives/first-drives.htm
A full test with ratings is still a few weeks away.
The model overview page is live, though we have for now just ratings on the previous model years.
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/cars/models/new/ford/fusion/overview.htm
So far, the 2010 Fusion shows improvements over the 2009, which rated highly.
Posted by: Jordan | Jul 23, 2009 9:23:12 AM
I agree 100%. I never thought I would own a Ford, but have been very pleased with my purchase of the Fusion. As for the pricing, the car sits on the lot for less days than the average cars, which makes it a little harder to negotiate (good seller). But good deals can be found if you make dealers compete.
For those thinking about a Ford Fusion, I suggest you check out this video: http://excarsalesman.typepad.com/cars/ford-fusion/