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Ford Fusion
2020 Ford Fusion
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$23,170
Starting Price (MSRP)
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Lincoln MKZ
2020 Lincoln MKZ
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$36,750
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.6
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Nissan Maxima
2021 Nissan Maxima
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$37,090
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 21 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
16 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.4 ft³
Trunk Volume
14.3 ft³

Photos

Ford Fusion
2019-2020 Ford Fusion Sedan Rear Angle View
2019-2020 Ford Fusion Sedan Dashboard
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Lincoln MKZ
2017-2020 Lincoln MKZ Dashboard
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Nissan Maxima
2019-2021 Nissan Maxima Rear View Driving
2019-2021 Nissan Maxima Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
3.5L V6 Gas
Horsepower
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
245 hp @ 5500 rpm
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque
175 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
275 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
261 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,410 lbs
3,739 lbs
3,565 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
24 MPG
24 MPG
24 MPG
City
21 MPG
20 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
31 MPG
30 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
7.4 Tons/yr
7.4 Tons/yr
7.3 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
16.5 gallons
16.5 gallons
18 gallons
Cruising Range City
346.5 miles
330 miles
360 miles
Cruising Range Highway
511.5 miles
511.5 miles
540 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
191.7 in
194.1 in
192.8 in
Height
58.1 in
58.2 in
56.5 in
Max Width
75.2 in
73.4 in
73.2 in
Front Width
62.7 in
62.3 in
62.4 in
Rear Width
62.4 in
62 in
62.4 in
Wheelbase
112.2 in
112.2 in
109.3 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
N/A
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
44.3 in
44.3 in
45 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.2 in
37.9 in
39.4 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.8 in
57.7 in
56.7 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55 in
55.1 in
54.2 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.3 in
37 in
34.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.8 in
36.5 in
36.7 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56.9 in
55.3 in
55.7 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
54.4 in
53.8 in
53.5 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
16 ft³
15.4 ft³
14.3 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.6 ft
38 ft
N/A

Wheels

Wheels Type
N/A
N/A
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
18" x 8"
18" x 8.5"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
18" x 8"
18" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P215/60HR16
P245/45VR18
P245/45VR18
Rear Tire
P215/60HR16
P245/45VR18
P245/45VR18
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Magnetic Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Velocity Blue Metallic
  • Empire Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Infinite Black Metallic
  • Magma Red Metallic
  • Magnetic Gray Metallic
  • Silver Radiance Metallic
  • Brilliant Silver Metallic
  • Deep Blue Pearl
  • Gun Metallic
  • Super Black

Optional Exterior Colors

Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • Ceramic Pearl Metallic Tri-Coat
  • Iced Mocha Metallic Premium Colorant
  • Red Carpet Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
  • White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
  • Carnelian Red Tintcoat
  • Pearl White Tricoat

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
N/A
  • Cashmere, Leather-Appointed Seat Trim
  • Charcoal, Leather-Appointed Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Not Available
Standard
Leather Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Not Available
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Navigation System
Optional
Optional
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Optional
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Optional
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Optional
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Optional
Not Available
Seat Memory
Not Available
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Unlimited Years / Unlimited Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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