Ford Fusion Platinum Hybrid 2018
General
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Expert Reviews
The six-year-old 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid remains a handsome, comfortable mid-size sedan with good fuel efficiency and a plug-in hybrid option, but competitors now boast higher EPA ratings.
Pros
Still good-looking design
Comfortable seats
Tasteful, high-quality interior
Plug-in Energi option
Up-to-date active safety
Cons
Six years old, few changes
Uncompetitive EPA ratings
Options prices add up fast
Steering is slow
The Ford Fusion Hybrid is unchanged for 2018.
PROS
Excellent Sync 3 infotainment system
Rear seats can fold down to increase cargo space
Platinum trim's interior quality surpasses that of some luxury cars
Interior remains quiet at highway speeds
CONS
Lurches forward unpleasantly when the gas engine kicks on
Sleek roofline reduces rear visibility and headroom
Fuel economy figures aren't as high as rival hybrid sedans
The 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid ranked #6 in Midsize Cars. Currently the Ford Fusion Hybrid has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 40 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros
Upscale, spacious cabin
Easy-to-use infotainment system
Sporty handling for a hybrid
Cons
Grabby regenerative brakes
Limited standard features
