The Ford Fusion does 29.3 mpg combined (27.5 city, 32.8 highway), which works out to about $1,311 a year in fuel at $3.20 a gallon and 12,000 miles. Engine choice matters more than you'd think: 2L 4-cyl Hybrid does 41.5 mpg while 2.7L 6-cyl does 20 — a difference of $995 a year. Against other 4-cyl cars it sits above the average of 25.4 mpg.
Every Ford Fusion engine, compared
Picking the right version of the same car often saves more fuel than picking a different car altogether. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl Hybrid | 43 / 39.8 | 2013–2020 | $925 | |
| 2.5L 4-cyl Hybrid | 41 / 35.3 | 2010–2012 | $1,003 | |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | 25 / 36 | 2013–2013 | $1,324 | |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | 23.9 / 34.9 | 2014–2020 | $1,376 | |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 23 / 32.7 | 2010–2012 | $1,460 | |
| 2.3L 4-cyl | 20.3 / 28.5 | 2006–2009 | $1,648 | |
| 3L 6-cyl | 18.7 / 26.9 | 2006–2012 | $1,770 | |
| 2.7L 6-cyl | 17 / 26 | 2017–2019 | $1,920 |
What that actually costs
Miles per gallon is an abstraction; the fuel bill is not. Here it is in money, at 12,000 miles a year and $3.20 a gallon.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile | $0.109 |
| Fuel per year | $1,311 |
| Fuel over five years | $6,555 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars | −$201 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,274 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The gap between city and highway figures tells you whom the car suits. A wide gap punishes stop-and-start traffic; a narrow one means the car doesn't care where you drive it.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City | 27.5 mpg | $1,396 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 32.8 mpg | $1,171 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +5.3 mpg (19%) | Typical for its type |
How the Fusion changed over the years
Combined figure by model year. Jumps usually mark a new generation or a new engine; dips often mean a heavier body or added all-wheel drive.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 33 / 37 | 2 | $1,113 | |
| 2019 | 27.7 / 33.3 | 3 | $1,293 | |
| 2018 | 27.7 / 33.7 | 3 | $1,293 | |
| 2017 | 27.7 / 33.7 | 3 | $1,293 | |
| 2016 | 34 / 37.5 | 2 | $1,097 | |
| 2015 | 34 / 37.5 | 2 | $1,097 | |
| 2014 | 34 / 37.5 | 2 | $1,097 | |
| 2013 | 34 / 37.5 | 2 | $1,097 | |
| 2012 | 28 / 31.7 | 3 | $1,324 | |
| 2011 | 28 / 31.7 | 3 | $1,324 | |
| 2010 | 27.7 / 32.3 | 3 | $1,311 | |
| 2009 | 19 / 27 | 2 | $1,745 | |
| 2008 | 19 / 27 | 2 | $1,745 | |
| 2007 | 19 / 27.5 | 2 | $1,745 | |
| 2006 | 19.5 / 28 | 2 | $1,707 |
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How we count
Fuel-economy figures come from EPA fueleconomy.gov — the same laboratory numbers printed on the window sticker. We don't adjust them; real-world consumption depends on how and where you drive.
What we add is money. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon — change either and the ranking stays, only the size of the bill moves. Cost per mile is the same figure divided out, useful when comparing a commute against a weekend car.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the Ford Fusion get?
29.3 mpg combined on average — 27.5 in the city and 32.8 on the highway, per EPA ratings across 2006–2020.
How much does a Ford Fusion cost in fuel per year?
About $1,311 at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon — roughly $6,555 over five years, or 0.109 dollars a mile.
Which Fusion engine is the most economical?
The 2L 4-cyl Hybrid at 41.5 mpg, against 20 for the 2.7L 6-cyl — a difference of about $995 a year.
Is the Fusion good on fuel compared with similar cars?
Against other 4-cyl cars it sits above the average of 25.4 mpg, computed across 6877 ratings.
Are these real-world figures?
No — they are EPA laboratory ratings, the same ones on the window sticker. Real consumption depends on driving style, terrain, load and weather, and is typically a little worse.