Comparison - Ford Fusion Titanium 2020 - vs - Volkswagen Passat SEL 2020

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
36,450
Updated: 
19 Jun 2019
$
31,095
Updated: 
12 Aug 2020
Car Type: 
Car
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2020
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
18.00gals
18.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
#F7FCFF
Magnetic Metallic
#646464
Oxford White
#FFFFFF
Alto Blue Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
#FAFAFA
Agate Black Metallic
#303030
Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
#E60E28
Iconic Silver Metallic
#C7CAD0
Velocity Blue Metallic
#004D89

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Ford Fusion still delivers great hybrid fuel economy and classic good looks, even though it's set to retire.

Pros
Sharp styling after all these years
Multiple powertrain options
Efficient hybrid models
Standard active safety tech
Comfortable front seats

Cons
No more Fusion Sport
Due to be discontinued
Snug rear seat
Aged interior
Lackluster non-hybrid mileage

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Ford Fusion comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed automatic. V6 Sport trim has been discontinued.Paddle shifters no longer available on 1.5-liter engine.

PROS
Quiet interior with an easy-to-use control layout and quality materials
Optional all-wheel drive for cold-weather climates
Adept combination of sharp handling and a composed ride

CONS
Standard tech interface is more frustrating to use than some rivals' systems
Underwhelming acceleration from base engine
Real-world fuel economy doesn't always match EPA estimates

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 Ford Fusion ranked #7 in Midsize Cars. Currently the Ford Fusion has a score of 7.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 46 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Athletic handling with a smooth ride
Available SYNC 3 infotainment system is user-friendly
Large trunk
Comfortable seats

Cons
Standard SYNC interface fails to impress
Fewer standard infotainment features than many rivals
Subpar fuel economy

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
23.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
29.00mpg
34.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
2.00L
Torque: 
275ft-lbs
at 3 000rpm
206ft-lbs
at 1 700rpm
Horsepower: 
245hp
at 5 500rpm
174hp
at 5 200rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
36.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Ignition
Leather And Simulated Alloy Steering Wheel
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Heated Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
191.80in
193.60in
Width: 
72.90in
72.20in
Height: 
58.20in
58.00in
Ground Clearance: 
5.40in
Wheel Base: 
112.20in
110.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.20
38.30
Rear Head Room: 
37.80
37.80
Front Leg Room: 
44.30in
42.40in
Rear leg room: 
38.30in
39.10in
Front Hip Room: 
55.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.80in
56.90in
Rear Hip Room: 
54.40in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.90in
57.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
16.00cu.ft
15.90cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3325.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
no
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Leather
Sport Front Seats
Driver Cooled Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Passenger Cooled Seat
6 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Sport Front Seats
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Leather
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
6 -Way Power Driver Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
6 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Folding center armrest
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Multi-Level Heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
no
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
12 Total Speakers
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Memory Card Slot
Sony Premium Brand Speakers
8 Total Speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Memory Card Slot
Fender Premium Brand Speakers
USB Connection
1 Subwoofer(S)
400 Watts Stereo Output

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
19 In.
18 X 8.0
Wheels more: 
Null Tires
Temporary Spare Tire
Painted Alloy Wheels
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R19
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
Solid Disc
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Post-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Turn Signal Mirrors
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Post-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Options

Packages: 
Equipment Group 250A
VW Care
Combination Assistance Kit
Roadside Assistance Kit
Exterior Options: 
Daytime Running Lamps (Fleet)
Front License Plate Bracket
Paint Protection Film By 3M (Fleet)
Mini Spare Tire (Fleet)
Lip Spoiler
Bumperdillo Protection Plate
Wheel Locks
Splash Guards
Interior Options: 
Premium Front & Rear Floor Mats W/Trunk Mat (Fleet)
Front & Rear Floor Liners (Fleet)
Rubber Mats Kit
First Aid Kit
Rearview Mirror W/HomeLink
Carpeted Mats
Luggage Net

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Ebony, leather
#FFFFFF
Russet, leather
#FFFFFF