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Thursday, November 12, 2026Nov 12

Test Drive: Buckle up; the new Fusion has arrived

photo The dramatically designed new Ford Fusion has arrived at Mountain View Ford. Staff photo by Mark Kennedy

FAST FACTSModel: 2013 Ford Fusion SE with EcoBoost.Exterior color: White Platinum Metallic Tri-coat.Interior color: Charcoal Black.Engine: 1.6-liter EcoBoost (turbo).Horsepower: 178.Transmission: six-speed automatic.Fuel economy: 36 mpg highway, 23 mpg city.Dealer: Mountain V

Wow. What’s that gorgeous new car the neighbors down the street brought home this week?

Is it an Aston Martin? An Audi? A Mercedes?

Look again, y’all.

Hitting dealerships (and driveways) this month is the 2013 Ford Fusion, a car some are calling the most beautiful mainstream, mid-sized sedan on the road today.