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Ford Fusion

The Ford Fusion is a mid-size car nameplate used by Ford for several models, most notably the North American sedan sold from the 2006 through 2020 model years.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Ford Fusion is a mid-size car nameplate used by Ford for several models, most notably the North American sedan sold from the 2006 through 2020 model years. It was offered with gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid powertrains, and was built at Ford’s Hermosillo plant in Sonora, Mexico. The Fusion was a familiar model for Canadian drivers during its 2006–2020 run.

Overview

The Ford Fusion name has been used for different Ford vehicles in different markets, but in North America it refers to a mid-size sedan sold from the 2006 through 2020 model years. It was positioned as a mainstream family car with a wide range of trims and powertrains.

Powertrains and variants

The North American Fusion was available with gasoline engines as well as hybrid and plug-in hybrid systems. Ford marketed the hybrid as the Fusion Hybrid and the plug-in hybrid as the Fusion Energi.

Production and platform

The car was assembled at Ford’s Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly plant in Sonora, Mexico. It used a Mazda-related CD3 platform and was also related to the Mercury Milan and Lincoln MKZ.

Discontinuation

Ford ended Fusion production after the 2020 model year. The model’s discontinuation reflected Ford’s broader move away from traditional passenger cars in the U.S.

Key facts

  • The North American Ford Fusion debuted for the 2006 model year and ended production after the 2020 model year.
  • It was sold as a mid-size sedan with multiple trim levels and powertrain choices, including all-wheel drive on some versions.
  • The Fusion shared a platform with the Mazda6 and related Ford/Lincoln/Mercury models.
  • Ford also offered hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions under the Fusion Hybrid and Fusion Energi names.
  • The vehicle was assembled at Ford’s Hermosillo plant in Mexico.
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Canadian context

The Ford Fusion was sold in Canada as a mainstream mid-size sedan and hybrid, making it a familiar model for Canadian drivers during its 2006–2020 run.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Ford Fusion?
The Ford Fusion is a mid-size Ford sedan nameplate, best known in North America for the 2006–2020 model sold in gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid forms.
When was the Ford Fusion made in North America?
The North American Ford Fusion was produced for the 2006 through 2020 model years.
Where was the Ford Fusion built?
It was assembled at Ford’s Hermosillo plant in Sonora, Mexico.
Did the Ford Fusion have a hybrid version?
Yes. Ford sold both the Fusion Hybrid and the plug-in hybrid Fusion Energi.
Was the Ford Fusion available with all-wheel drive?
Yes. Some Fusion versions were offered with all-wheel drive, which was relatively uncommon in its class.

References

  1. Cars.comhttps://www.cars.com/research/ford-fusion/
    Supports: Model positioning, body style, powertrain range, and all-wheel drive availability.
  2. CarGurushttps://www.cargurus.com/Cars/Ford-Fusion-Overview-d845
    Supports: 2006 model-year introduction, Hermosillo assembly, and Mazda6-related platform.
  3. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Fusion_(Americas)
    Supports: North American production years, body type, variants, and assembly location.
  4. Car and Driverhttps://www.caranddriver.com/ford/fusion
    Supports: 2020 final model year and Ford’s shift away from passenger cars.
  5. J.D. Powerhttps://www.jdpower.com/cars/history/ford/fusion
    Supports: Model naming history and all-wheel drive availability.
  6. Cars.comhttps://www.cars.com/research/ford-fusion_hybrid/
    Supports: Hybrid debut timing and discontinuation with the lineup.
  7. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Fusion_Hybrid
    Supports: Fusion Hybrid and Fusion Energi naming and plug-in hybrid details.