Five For Friday: Five Thoughts About The Auto Industry For January 18, 2013

03. 2013 Ford Fusion Energi To Feature 620 Mile Range

The 2013 Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid is very close to going on sale in the United States, and Ford has just released its predicted range and EPA fuel efficiency figures.  The vehicle will be good for trips of up to 620 miles on its combined gasoline / electric drivetrain before it requires recharging or refueling, a figure which is substantially greater than its nearest competitors, the Honda Accord Hybrid.  The Ford Fusion Energi will also offer 21 miles of battery-only driving, as well as an EPA rating of 108 mpg-e city and 92-mpg-e highway.  Given the recent kafuffle over the standard Fusion Hybrid and C-Max Hybrid not meeting their advertised fuel economy targets in real-world driving, one can be assured that the Energi model will be under substantial scrutiny once it hits dealerships.

 



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