2016
Ford Fusion Energi

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  • 4dr Sdn SE Luxury
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    $33,900
    20 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Titanium
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    $35,730
    20 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
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    Gas/Electric I-4
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    Front Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Backup camera standard
Inflatable rear seat belts available
Plug-in Fusion Energi model available

The good & the bad

The good

Styling
Handling
Fuel efficiency

The bad

Some controls slow to respond
Small front seats
Rear headroom
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Expert 2016 Ford Fusion Energi review

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Vehicle Overview

At full charge, the Ford Fusion Energi is capable of traveling up to 19 miles on electric power with a combined total range of around 550 miles. It can reach speeds up to 85 mph in electric-only mode, according to Ford.

What’s Special

  • Powertrain is similar to Fusion Hybrid but features a larger battery
  • Can be charged by a 240- or 120-volt power source
  • Trunk space drops from the Fusion Hybrid’s 12 cubic feet to 8.2 cubic feet because of the larger battery
  • Stop-start technology, low-rolling-resistance tires and regenerative braking for increased fuel efficiency

Here’s info on the regular Fusion Hybrid:

The Ford Fusion Hybrid is based on the Fusion midsize sedan and gets an EPA-estimated 42 mpg in combined city/highway driving. It also has a sleek design and many available driver-assistance features. Competitors include the Toyota Camry Hybrid and diesel-powered Volkswagen Passat TDI. Ford also sells a plug-in hybrid version called the Fusion Energi.

New for 2016
A Cold Weather Package for the SE trim level includes all-weather floormats, remote start and heated cloth seats.

Significant Standard Features

  • 2.0-liter four-cylinder gas engine and electric motor make a combined 188 horsepower
  • Electronically controlled continuously variable automatic transmission
  • Lithium-ion battery powers the electric motor
  • Hybrid-specific gauge cluster
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • Split-folding backseat
  • Backup camera
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Power moonroof
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Leather seats
  • MyFord Touch multimedia system
  • Navigation system
  • Inflatable rear seat belts
  • Lane departure warning and prevention
  • Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert

2016 Ford Fusion Energi review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

At full charge, the Ford Fusion Energi is capable of traveling up to 19 miles on electric power with a combined total range of around 550 miles. It can reach speeds up to 85 mph in electric-only mode, according to Ford.

What’s Special

  • Powertrain is similar to Fusion Hybrid but features a larger battery
  • Can be charged by a 240- or 120-volt power source
  • Trunk space drops from the Fusion Hybrid’s 12 cubic feet to 8.2 cubic feet because of the larger battery
  • Stop-start technology, low-rolling-resistance tires and regenerative braking for increased fuel efficiency

Here’s info on the regular Fusion Hybrid:

The Ford Fusion Hybrid is based on the Fusion midsize sedan and gets an EPA-estimated 42 mpg in combined city/highway driving. It also has a sleek design and many available driver-assistance features. Competitors include the Toyota Camry Hybrid and diesel-powered Volkswagen Passat TDI. Ford also sells a plug-in hybrid version called the Fusion Energi.

New for 2016
A Cold Weather Package for the SE trim level includes all-weather floormats, remote start and heated cloth seats.

Significant Standard Features

  • 2.0-liter four-cylinder gas engine and electric motor make a combined 188 horsepower
  • Electronically controlled continuously variable automatic transmission
  • Lithium-ion battery powers the electric motor
  • Hybrid-specific gauge cluster
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • Split-folding backseat
  • Backup camera
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Power moonroof
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Leather seats
  • MyFord Touch multimedia system
  • Navigation system
  • Inflatable rear seat belts
  • Lane departure warning and prevention
  • Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert

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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Ford Fusion Energi base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
4/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.9%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.9%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Fords and many non-Ford vehicles up to 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles
Basic
90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty
Dealer certification
139-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

93% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 32 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.6
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

  • By GrammaOne from Pilot Mountain, NC
    Owns this car
    April 15, 2021

    Great Plug in!

    Car is very comfortable, the ride is smooth. With the plug in, can get to work and back without using gas!! The truck is small because of the battery, but actually is high so we still use it for travelling.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Janet Kent from Kalamazoo mi
    Owns this car
    February 6, 2021

    The fanciest car I have ever had.

    This is the fanciest car I have ever owned. I mainly wanted remote start and heated seats. I have so much more that I love it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By KatNkeys from Aldie, Virginia
    Owns this car
    July 20, 2020

    Most Affordable and Reliable Vehicle I have Owned.

    Make this car your own!! This car is a fantastic car for both newly licensed teenagers, as well as older folks like me :) The leather, lumbar support, air cooling & heated seats, and sunroof (among many great features) make long trips very comfortable. I love the perk of the heated steering wheel in the winter. I especially like the gas mileage I get, especially when I remember to plug it in at night. But no worries, if you don't charge it, it still gets excellent gas mileage~40 mpg. Overall, this has been an excellent car for my family!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By BigBill32 from Kansas City, MO
    Owns this car
    November 8, 2019

    Best car ever, for me!

    The EV battery gives me my first 20 electric miles each day. The ECO changes seamlessly between battery and engine. The interior is spacious for both driver and passenger, (I'm 6'8" 260). The SYNC is awesome. I'm hands free and it's very easy to operate. I'm not happy with the limited truck space, but it is a small sacrifice to pay for all the other benefits.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By jesskent from rodeo
    Owns this car
    April 23, 2019

    nicest car I've ever owned

    Being a Smog Technician I sit in all sorts of cars, and this car really surprises me..... not only is the interior very comfortable and adjustable, but the look of the car as a whole and the performance and handling is more than i expected from a hybrid. on top of comfort, it is saving me a lot of money on gas, i charge it at work, and it gets me home solely on the batteries and half the way back to work. all around i am impressed with this vehicle
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Nate n from Phoenix
    Owns this car
    April 12, 2019

    Very Dynamic Vehicle

    Great car ford finally did something right perfect for the value. I would This vehicle for anybody looking to get a good hybrid/battery car. Overall I love it!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By #fordenergi from Lawrence, KS
    Owns this car
    February 22, 2019

    So pretty and comfortable

    I love all the options and my heated seats definitely needed for this winter. Handles the snow great! Love the style of the interior very nice car
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By JavaFernHobbies from Duluth, Minnesota
    Owns this car
    February 1, 2019

    High mileage lease return PHEV in Minnesota winter

    This car was purchased used as a high mileage one owner lease return (Titanium trim level) on December 27th, 2018. It had slightly over 159000 miles on it when it was driven off the dealership lot. Nothing is under warranty anymore, so this is really where the rubber meets the road in terms of long-term reliability. It has been on long highway trips and back country roads at high speed, in sleet, snow, and very cold temperatures, so the gas engine has been used a lot. It has a 2L inline 4 with the electronic variable valve timing Atkinson cycle setup with the direct injection system that many modern cars have. The engine is connected to the wheels and dual three phase synchronous electric motor/generators with a single planetary gearset, and the differential speed between the two motors gives the engine variable speed at a fixed RPM to stay in the power band on gasoline burning mode, so it is not a normal, belt-driven CVT. This is a very good thing! It has all of the benefits of a CVT, with none of the drawbacks. It is very nice going up hills, because it doesn't keep hunting for gears. Also, going down hill and stopped at red lights, it does the usual hybrid "start/stop engine" thing. One of the motors acts as the starter, so no 12V starter to wear out. Full-time electric mode is only available when you charge it, and it pops up a different battery icon on the dash than you see in gas mode. In Minnesota winter, with the AC off and the seat heater on, and gentle driving, this particular model still delivers close to its factory rated electric range. In gasoline mode, with normal driving and all of the heat on, it is getting an average of 36mpg. Another important thing is the regenerative brakes. In normal mode they barely do anything. To activate them fully, you need to move the gear selector back to the "L" position. In terms of snowy/icy road handling, it is a large, heavy car, and the regular brakes are incredibly grabby, but the ABS and traction control are very good at keeping the car from sliding too much, even with all season tires. In terms of actual, real world reliability, here is a list of everything that has gone wrong with it so far: The engine sounds slightly rough, especially on cold days (no smoke visible from exhaust), Check engine light came on for one of the O2 sensors (possible cause of first issue), Rubber boot on left CV joint wore out, There was a shuddering noise during regenerate braking during a cold (-19F) morning which went away after it was shifted back into drive and into "L" again, The 3V coin cell battery in the key fob wore out and was replaced, The passenger side front lamp that comes on when you shut the car off and lock it stopped working, The passenger side fog light bezel came off, The drivers side under-mirror light flickers slightly, The rear parking sensor system displayed an error which went away by turning it off and back on again. Other than what is on this list, everything else on the car functions as intended from the factory.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Damon B from Whittier, Ca
    Owns this car
    December 31, 2018

    Awesome car for the money

    Save money on gas! Buying this car has proven to be a great benefit if you are looking for MPG. The car is a perfect size for getting around town and has a smooth ride.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By jeberly from West Texas
    Owns this car
    November 14, 2018

    Most luxurious and economical; but.....

    Car being the Energi has a lot of internal bells and whistles and luxury built in, and if you do plug it in constantly it's a green car worthy of driving. But there is the trade off. The cost to charge is not that much less than gas and with gas you double the trunk. With solar or updated batteries that would get you more than 20 miles this would be a game changer. But one has to calculate what you want if your sole consideration is money or being green. Going hybrid might have been better....more trunk and not that much of a hit in gas. That said I like the tech on the car and with wind playing so much of the source of electricity where I am....I feel I am doing my part to help the environment.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Kraadaddy from AZ chandler.
    Owns this car
    August 27, 2018

    Awesome ride

    So far this car has exceeded my expectations. The titanium package is probably the best bang for your buck. Who does not want AC seat in the AZ summer heat? Driving home in 115 deg heat my hands and face were frozen to touch and so was my butt, I could not be happier. The lane assist is hands down awesome. If you start to drift into another lane it will correct you back into you lane along with vibrating steering wheel and lights and noise. Perfect for road trips and new drivers. Auto parale parking is an experience you will not forget. I picked up my mom for lunch and shocked her it was pretty funny. She was freaking out because it basically parks it self. Running straight energy is great and the hybrid feature is awesome as well. If I had to settle with just the hybrid feature alone it would be ok. The energi model make the vechicle 300 more pounds heavier if that helps. All in all I would highly recommend the hybrid fusion to new drivers since it really teaches you how slow roll stop ? and not gun it at lights. The energi would be good for people with longer commutes to work.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By dxp29 from Kissimmee, Fl
    Owns this car
    August 16, 2018

    enjoying the comfort of extraordinary ride

    This car feels so classy and comfortable, enjoying all the gadgets of today's vehicles. I can't believe purchasing a used 2016 with only 23000. miles can feel so Great. What a Wonderful buy for us...
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Ford Fusion Energi?

The 2016 Ford Fusion Energi is available in 2 trim levels:

  • SE Luxury (1 style)
  • Titanium (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Ford Fusion Energi?

The 2016 Ford Fusion Energi offers up to 40 MPG in city driving and 36 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What is the electric range of the 2016 Ford Fusion Energi?

The 2016 Ford Fusion Energi can travel 20 electric-only miles before the gas engine kicks on.

EPA-estimated range is the distance, or predicted distance, a new plug-in vehicle will travel on electric power before its battery charge is exhausted. Actual range will vary depending on driving conditions, trim level, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2016 Ford Fusion Energi?

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Is the 2016 Ford Fusion Energi reliable?

The 2016 Ford Fusion Energi has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Ford Fusion Energi owners.

Is the 2016 Ford Fusion Energi a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Ford Fusion Energi. 93.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 32 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.7

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