2011
Ford Fusion Hybrid

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Notable features

Gas/electric drivetrain
41 mpg city
LCD gauges
700-mile-plus range in city driving on one tank of gas

The good & the bad

The good

Gas mileage
Drivetrain refinement
Informative gauges
Crash-test ratings
Decent brake feel for a hybrid

The bad

Firm ride
Limited trunk space
Unsupportive backseat
Tax credits phasing out
Cheap-looking wheels
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Expert 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid review

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Vehicle Overview
The Fusion Hybrid, Ford’s first hybrid passenger car, comes to market with technology designed to help drivers operate the car in a more efficient manner. Competitors include the Toyota Camry Hybrid and Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid.

The gas-only Fusion is covered separately in the Cars.com Research section.

New for 2011
There are no significant changes.

Exterior
The Fusion Hybrid is based on the gas-powered Fusion that was redesigned for the 2010 model year. It has a few exterior cues that will tip off onlookers that they aren’t looking at a regular Fusion: The hybrid has badges on the front doors and trunklid, plus special 17-inch wheels. Exterior features include:

  • New blind spot mirrors for cars not equipped with electronic blind spot warning system
  • Optional rain-sensing wipers

Interior
The general appearance of the Fusion Hybrid’s cabin hews closely to the looks of the regular model, which is more modern than before but still trails competitors like the Honda Accord in terms of materials quality. The seat fabric in the Fusion Hybrid is made from recycled materials; leather seats are optional.

The hybrid has a unique gauge cluster that Ford calls SmartGauge with EcoGuide, designed to help drivers save fuel. Efficiency gauges have been done before, but the Fusion Hybrid’s instrument panel takes it to a new level in production cars. It features two LCD screens separated by a traditional speedometer. The screens can be configured to show the driver a limited set of information about the hybrid system or increasingly detailed data. One of the more interesting graphical features available is an animated vine that grows more leaves as the car is driven more efficiently. Interior features include:

  • Standard 100-volt household power plug
  • Optional navigation system
  • Optional backup camera

Under the Hood
The Fusion Hybrid is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor. A continuously variable automatic transmission sends power to the wheels.

This is a fairly conventional setup for a hybrid, but the Fusion Hybrid’s system differs from competitors in a key way: While many hybrids are limited to electric-only operation to speeds around 25 mph, Ford says the Fusion Hybrid can travel on electric power alone up to 47 mph.

Safety
Standard safety features include:

  • All-disc antilock brakes
  • Side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Electronic stability system

2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
The Fusion Hybrid, Ford’s first hybrid passenger car, comes to market with technology designed to help drivers operate the car in a more efficient manner. Competitors include the Toyota Camry Hybrid and Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid.

The gas-only Fusion is covered separately in the Cars.com Research section.

New for 2011
There are no significant changes.

Exterior
The Fusion Hybrid is based on the gas-powered Fusion that was redesigned for the 2010 model year. It has a few exterior cues that will tip off onlookers that they aren’t looking at a regular Fusion: The hybrid has badges on the front doors and trunklid, plus special 17-inch wheels. Exterior features include:

  • New blind spot mirrors for cars not equipped with electronic blind spot warning system
  • Optional rain-sensing wipers

Interior
The general appearance of the Fusion Hybrid’s cabin hews closely to the looks of the regular model, which is more modern than before but still trails competitors like the Honda Accord in terms of materials quality. The seat fabric in the Fusion Hybrid is made from recycled materials; leather seats are optional.

The hybrid has a unique gauge cluster that Ford calls SmartGauge with EcoGuide, designed to help drivers save fuel. Efficiency gauges have been done before, but the Fusion Hybrid’s instrument panel takes it to a new level in production cars. It features two LCD screens separated by a traditional speedometer. The screens can be configured to show the driver a limited set of information about the hybrid system or increasingly detailed data. One of the more interesting graphical features available is an animated vine that grows more leaves as the car is driven more efficiently. Interior features include:

  • Standard 100-volt household power plug
  • Optional navigation system
  • Optional backup camera

Under the Hood
The Fusion Hybrid is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor. A continuously variable automatic transmission sends power to the wheels.

This is a fairly conventional setup for a hybrid, but the Fusion Hybrid’s system differs from competitors in a key way: While many hybrids are limited to electric-only operation to speeds around 25 mph, Ford says the Fusion Hybrid can travel on electric power alone up to 47 mph.

Safety
Standard safety features include:

  • All-disc antilock brakes
  • Side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Side curtain airbags
  • Electronic stability system

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Safety review

Based on the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
3/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
3/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
3/5
Overall side crash rating
4/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
4/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
3/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
10.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
3/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
10.5%
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

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90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty
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139-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.9 / 5
Based on 31 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.6
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.9

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  • By Blacklab from Warrenton, VA
    Owns this car
    September 5, 2019

    This is the most reliable car I have ever owned!!

    I was skeptical about buying a Ford, but this car has been one of the most reliable cars I have ever owed....and fuel efficient. In almost 9 year of ownership, we have done little more than tires, batteries, and oil changes.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Progriff73 from Panama City, FL
    Owns this car
    May 26, 2019

    This car has been the best car I’ve ever owned.

    I qualify my statement by saying that I purchased the car used with 32000 miles. I now have 288210 miles on it and it still looks like new. Interior has held up nicely and except for a few paint chips from road travel, the paint is excellent. I will look to purchase a Ford Fusion again. Oh, did I mention that it’s a hybrid and still gets 38mpg.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By AverageEverydayNormalGuy from Scottsdale, Arizona
    Owns this car
    December 12, 2018

    Great gas mileage, comfortable road-trip car

    This car meets all my needs. It gets great gas mileage with an average of 35 mpg ( better in city worse on freeway) and is a comfortable easy to drive car. Love the bluetooth functionality and heated seats. Overall definitely recommend.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Springfield Driver from Springfield, MO
    Owns this car
    December 11, 2018

    Comfort, safe handing, swings in MPG

    I bought this car at 70,000 miles and have driven it for three seasons. My 2011 Fusion Hybrid is very sensitive to uphill / downhill driving to and from my workplace (7.4 miles). The gauge readout panel that shows the rising and lowering miles per gallon (60+ to 0) at the moment along with the green leaves being added or removed on the vines are a challenge for me to obtain the best possible gasoline fuel mileage. During the summer, I get about 53 miles per gallon of gasoline downhill to work and about 40 miles per gallon uphill from work. On the freeway this summer, I found the vehicle was better than expected at 40.5 miles per gallon. The fuel mileage does drop quite a bit during cold winter driving as the gasoline engine runs a lot more until the temperature gauge registers about 1/2 warmed up. The high-revving gasoline motor while cold also caused heavier breaking to slow down the Fusion Hybrid. During temperatures below 40 degrees, I get about 39 miles per gallon downhill to work and about 30 miles per gallon uphill from work. In autumn and winter the car's interior windows tend to fog up, so it is necessary to run the defrosters more than my previous car, the 1996 Plymouth Breeze. One repair was the result of the interior turn signals flashing very fast (with no rear exterior turn signals), resulting in an $800 repair. The car has very comfortable seats and seat adjustments, and the telescoping steering wheel makes for greater than normal comfort when a large heavy jacket in winter pushes me toward the dashboard. When the car is warmed up, the car is very quiet. I always was a person who used a key to unlock my car doors until the purchase of this vehicle, so I am still wanting to use a key to open the Fusion's door lock. But I must press the remote "unlock" button on the key or risking setting off the alarm within a few seconds of opening the car door. I like the various heat and air conditioning settings and the fan adjustment buttons, but to be picky, I would suggest the heat and fan buttons in the next updated version to be as large as the radio buttons. If I had a redo chance, I would purchase this car again.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Dinika95 from Columbus ohio
    Owns this car
    November 29, 2018

    Most reliable car I?ve owned

    I love my car it?s a hybrid doesn?t take much to fill and I feel like gas last forever . Very quiet and smooth ride I absolutely love came with brand new tired so I am set for the winter !
    • 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 Hybrid-Owner from Tampa, FL
    Used to own this car
    October 10, 2018

    Fanciest and most reliable car I have owned.

    It was great, except for the Front Passenger side Takeka (sp?) airbag which was among the apparently millions recalled since 2016. Otherwise, it was a truly wonderful car and got great gas mileage! As long as you ensure the defective original Front Passenger Air Bag was replaced, I recommend it highly.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • 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 brammage from Texas
    Owns this car
    June 22, 2018

    Great for those in small towns or big cities

    The hybrid cars are definitely taking over the roads, because we're trying to conserve resources, and lower emissions. Being now 7 years old, this car still performs very well considering the current advancements in technology. The engine fired up every time with the start-stop technology, the electric motor would move you along at up to 45 mph. I was easily getting city fuel economy at 40 mpg, but I mostly drive highway now, and it gets about 35 mpg. Microsoft Sync is definitely a great addition, I can listen to music, talk on the phone, and for some phones it can read your text messages for you.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By DMC from Hobart, NY
    Owns this car
    May 30, 2018

    Great on gas

    Biggest plus is the gas mileage. For a seven year old car to get 40 miles a gallon is amazing to me. Its quiet, comfortable and gets up big hills pretty well. Large trunk space and several storage areas on the interior.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By RchandlerW from Chandler, AZ
    Used to own this car
    May 26, 2018

    FORD FUSION IS AWESOME

    I have owned two FORD Fusions, one was regular fuel and the other was a Hybrid. The Hybrid was loaded with extras and the acceleration is much better than one would expect. The interior is designed very well and is very comfortable. The Fusions are, in my opinion, the best car for a road trip. They are very comfortable, get great gas mileage, and the handling is excellent.
    • 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 DougL from Dayton, OH
    Owns this car
    January 12, 2018

    Nicest car I?ve own, and full of features

    This may be one of the best cars I?ve owned. It?s a 2011 Hybrid, so of course it gets amazing gas mileage. Also, the interior is packed with features. Sunroof, 6-disc changer, Sony stereo (with something like 11 speakers), heated seats, digital dash, built-in Bluetooth.... The list goes on and on. I would have like a little better styling, but I bought this for value and mileage. If I was only interested in styling I?d have bought the Sport model.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Cierna from Austin, tx
    Test drove this car
    December 17, 2017

    This is the most quietest car to us ever drive.

    This vehicle has let more than I expected. It was quiet, it is great for traveling(when I get it).
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By A Hybrid believer from Virginia
    Owns this car
    November 6, 2017

    Dependable and great gas saver

    I really like this vehichle because it saves money on gas, has plenty of space, dual ac, 110v charger, and the list goes on. I have owned 2 of them and one is about to hit the 100k mile and have not had any problems with it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid?

The 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid is available in 1 trim level:

  • Hybrid (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid?

The 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid offers up to 41 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 are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid?

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Is the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid reliable?

The 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid owners.

Is the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.9 / 5
Based on 31 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.9

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