2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid:

The 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid S comes with an updated six speaker system. Similarly mid level SE has been offered with an advanced 10 speaker stereo. Apart from these changes, 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid S has no other change.

No doubt in past, the fuel efficient hybrid systems have been limited to compacts or small hatchbacks. But today that technology has been obsolete and we see hybrids running around everywhere.  These mid size fuel efficient vehicles are easily accessible and 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid S has been an excellent example in this segment.

There is a lot to talk about 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid S and this includes the sleek interior, modern styling as well as advanced features. All this is available as standard in gasoline Ford Fusion too but this hybrid version returns with an estimated value of 42 miles per gallon combined. On the whole it will be very true to say that Fusion Hybrid has been offered with integration of all the positive attributes of a standard Fusion in to a better and more fuel efficient package. In addition to the mileage, the car also offers seating capacity for four people and smooth ride quality on the highway. As compared to the standard model, trunk space is little in this model.

Talking from technological point of view the 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid S has to offer a number of high tech safety options. This includes the blind spot monitoring, forward collision avoidance system along with the adaptive cruise control. Its MyFord touch screen electronic interface is somewhat disappointing for the people. It governs the most of the navigation, audio and phone functions. Over the years, the company has improved its interface but still at times; the system appears too little responsive to touch the inputs. On the other hand the Sync voice system is more responsive providing alternative means to handle the basic tasks.

No doubt 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid S has a number of highly attractive virtues but competition is tough as well. The Honda Accord Hybrid is offering better mileage i.e. 47 miles per gallon. Also it has comfortable interior par as compared to the Ford’s. Similarly Toyota Camry Hybrid is also an attractive option for the car buyers. It offers mileage of 41 miles per gallon combined with its well rounded nature. It does not matter which hybrid sedan you choose for yourself but you should at least test drive the 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid S as it is one of the favorites among the segment indeed.

Safety features offered by the 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid S:

The 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid S is offered with the following standard safety features:

·         antilock disc brakes

·         traction and stability control

·         a rearview camera

·         front seat side airbags

·         front knee airbags

·         side curtain airbags

The Ford’s standard sync system includes the emergency crash notification paired to be compatible with cell phone and it dials 911 automatically in case of emergency or accident.

Ford’s MyKey is also offered as a standard feature in the 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid S.

Optional equipment offered with this model is as follows:

·         parking sensors

·         inflatable seatbelts in the rear seat

·         a variety of electronic driver-assist systems

·         blind-spot monitoring

·         rear cross-traffic alerts

·         driver drowsiness detection

·         lane-departure warning

·         lane keeping assist

·         frontal collision warning system

In overall crash protection the 2016 Ford Fusion S has been given 5 out of 5 stars with four stars for total side impact protection and five starts for frontal protection.

Performance and power trains of the 2016 Ford Fusion S:

The 2016 Ford Fusion S comes with a 2.0-liter four cylinder gasoline engine. It works with an electric motor that is powered by a Lithium battery. They offer 188 horsepower in order to drive the front wheels via continuously variable transmission.

It has been found to offer estimated value of 42 miles per gallon combined i.e. 44 miles per gallon within the city and 41 miles per gallon on the highway. On the other hand the Honda Accord has the estimated values to be 47 miles per gallon combined.

It reached from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 8.5 seconds. This is little slower as compared to the rivals in the segments. The Camry hybrid reaches 60 miles per hour a second earlier as compared to 2016 Ford Fusion S.

Driving impression of the 2016 Ford Fusion S:

The 2016 Ford Fusion S is known to provide considerable acceleration for most of the driving situations. Other than getting accelerated harder, the engine noise is very low. Thanks to the minimum body sway, the car is confident and its steering is direct and sharp in every sense and manner. No doubt it is an attractive addition in the segment.