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What kind of engine does the 2013 Ford Fusion have?

What kind of engine does the 2013 Ford Fusion have?

Driving Experience. The 2013 Ford Fusion S and SE are packed with a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine that produces 175-horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque. Estimated fuel economy is 22/34 mpg city/highway driving and 26 mpg combined.

What engine is in a Ford Fusion EcoBoost?

The 2018 Ford Fusion comes standard with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 175 horsepower. A turbocharged, 181-horsepower EcoBoost 1.5-liter four-cylinder is optional, along with a turbocharged, 245-horsepower EcoBoost 2.0-liter four-cylinder.

How long will a Ford Fusion last?

As long as you keep a good maintenance routine, a Ford Fusion can typically last up to 200,000 miles. Some owners have claimed that the Ford Fusion can last up to 15 years, but that largely depends on the model year, type of engine, and how many miles you drive it per year.

The least expensive 2013 Fusion models will be powered by the same naturally aspirated 175-hp, 2.5-liter four that was standard on the outgoing model. Ford didn’t have an example available at the press introduction in Santa Monica, California, instead serving up cars powered by the lineup’s turbocharged EcoBoost fours.

Are there any problems with the 2013 Ford EcoBoost?

I have learned enough about the 2013 1.6 liter Ecoboost that I know that this is not a good thing, and this engine has a reputation for warped heads and cracked blocks. So far, the deal has changed out the heater control valve and the water pump. The engine continues to consume fluid so that every few hundred miles, I get a low coolant warning.

What makes a Ford Fusion so fuel efficient?

MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation. There are two available EcoBoost ® engines: the 1.5L and the 2.0L. Both engines combine turbocharging, direct injection and twin independent variable cam timing (Ti-VCT) to help enhance performance and efficiency.*

What kind of transmission does a Ford Fusion have?

A six-speed automatic transmission is standard with the base 2.5 and line-topping 2.0 turbo engines. The 1.6 turbo is available with either a six-speed manual or the six-speed automatic.

When did the Ford 1.6 EcoBoost engine come out?

The 1.6L GTDI engine from Ford is among the first engines in the EcoBoost family. It made its debut in 2010 and is in quite a few Ford and Volvo models. Ford 1.6 EcoBoost engines offer 148-197 horsepower. Not bad for a small engine that’s fuel efficient and reliable.

The least expensive 2013 Fusion models will be powered by the same naturally aspirated 175-hp, 2.5-liter four that was standard on the outgoing model. Ford didn’t have an example available at the press introduction in Santa Monica, California, instead serving up cars powered by the lineup’s turbocharged EcoBoost fours.

I have learned enough about the 2013 1.6 liter Ecoboost that I know that this is not a good thing, and this engine has a reputation for warped heads and cracked blocks. So far, the deal has changed out the heater control valve and the water pump. The engine continues to consume fluid so that every few hundred miles, I get a low coolant warning.

A six-speed automatic transmission is standard with the base 2.5 and line-topping 2.0 turbo engines. The 1.6 turbo is available with either a six-speed manual or the six-speed automatic.

Is the Ford Fusion 1.6 liter EcoBoost automatic or manual?

A 1.5-liter EcoBoost four that will come online later this year is likely to deliver similar performance as recorded here, as it offers the same horsepower and only slightly less torque than the 1.6, which will remain in the fold as a manual-only proposition. The 1.5 will be mated solely to the automatic transmission.

What’s the acceleration on a Ford Fusion 1.6?

Getting the 1.6 Fusion automatic swiftly out of the starting blocks requires some skilled brake-torquing to get a chirp of wheelspin—the better to minimize engine bog—but even then the driver’s danger of acceleration blackout is nil: In this case, 0 to 60 mph in 8.2 seconds and through the quarter-mile in 16.2 seconds at 86 mph.

What kind of fuel economy does a Ford Fusion get?

It offers stop-start technology, shutting down the engine at stoplights, which is a feature unique to the 1.6 automatic among the various Fusion choices. This contributes to respectable EPA fuel-economy ratings of 25 mpg city and 37 highway. But for all its positives, this engine-and-transmission pairing isn’t much fun. So what’s the problem?

Are there any recalls on the 2013 Ford Fusion?

Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system. The 2013 Ford Fusion has been recalled 16 times by NHTSA. View Recalls

Is the Ford Fusion a good car to buy?

In a class generally known for bland styling and a lack of driving excitement, the Ford Fusion is like a fresh, charismatic newcomer. But also like some promising and talented celebrities, it has just enough quirks to erode your enthusiasm.

What kind of engine does a Ford GTDI have?

The hot exhaust gases after a turbocharger go into the close-coupled three-way catalytic converter. The 1.6 EcoBoost engine meets the Euro-5 European emission standard. Since 2014, the manufacturer uses the upgraded version of 1.6 EcoBoost engine with smaller displacement named as the 1.5l I-4 EcoBoost engine.

How many horsepower does a Ford GT have?

In the Ford GT the engine produces 647-horsepower and 550 lb-ft of torque. So, these engines definitely do get the job done. The problem is, as with any engine, there are going to be problems. Remember that Ford sells over 1 million F-150s a year. Not to mention all the other vehicles in their lineup.

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