Common questions

What is the difference between a 2012 Ford Fusion SE and SEL?

What is the difference between a 2012 Ford Fusion SE and SEL?

The SE adds SIRIUS Satellite Radio, an enhanced sound system, power driver’s seat, 6-speed automatic transmission, steering wheel controls and fog lamps, while the SEL has dual-zone auto climate control, leather-trimmed full-power seats and SYNC voice-activated communications.

What does SEL mean on Ford Fusion?

The same with SELwhich is Special Edition Limited which isn’t limited at all either. Just like back in the day when they used XL for Extra Luxurious and 500 for the sporty version of a car as in Galaxie 500 XL.

How to rate a 2012 Ford Fusion SEL?

Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Ford Fusion SEL Sedan 1 Spacious interior 2 engaging handling 3 comfortable ride 4 abundant high-tech features 5 good fuel economy from Hybrid model 6 available all-wheel drive. 7 So-so power and fuel economy from midgrade V6 8 button-heavy audio and climate controls 9 Hybrid’s price premium.

Are there any problems with the Ford Fusion?

Take a look at NHTSA’s data on the subject. And much like the power steering, we’re still seeing the same throttle body failures that started in 2010 continue in 2012. Click on a category below for details.

What kind of engine does a 2012 Ford Fusion have?

And Car Companies Keep Making Them The 2012 Ford Fusion was available in four trims and came with three strong engine options, a 175 hp 2.5L 4-cylinder engine, a 240 hp 3L V6, and a 263 horsepower 3.5L V6. Both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive were offered.

Is the Ford Fusion SEL an AWD car?

Heated leather seats, Sony sound system, sunroof and appearance package. What a great, comfortable car and fun to drive. We have the 3.0 V6 but it is not AWD and that option is not shown on the list.

Where did the 2012 Ford Fusion SEL come from?

No accident or damage reported to CARFAX. 1st owner purchased on 01/06/12 and owned in VA until 06/19/15 • 2nd owner purchased on 09/21/15 and owned in TN until 04/28/21. 1st owner drove an estimated 8,702 miles/year • 2nd owner drove an estimated 0 miles/year.

Is there a recall on the 2012 Ford Fusion?

Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 17S01.

What makes a Ford Fusion a reliable car?

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2012 Ford Fusion owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle. Antilock system (ABS), parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, rotors, pulsation or vibration, squeaking, brake failure or wear.

Why does the Ford Fusion have so many transmission problems?

One of the reasons this happened was because federal fuel emission regulations were approved around that year, so automakers rushed to push fuel-efficient cars to the market before their rivals.

Author Image
Ruth Doyle