2017 Ford Fusion AWD Platinum
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- Photo: 2013 Ford Fusion SE in Oxford White, Front Right, 05-10-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 2017 Ford Fusion AWD Platinum is a 245-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $38,750 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 245 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 275 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Fusion measures 191.8 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,708 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $38,750 |
| MSRP with Destination | $39,625 |
| Destination Charge | $875 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L EcoBoost Turbo I4 (revised, twin-scroll turbo) |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 245 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 275 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 16 valves, VVT |
| Bore and Stroke | 3.44 in bore / 3.27 in stroke (87.5 x 83.1 mm) |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic (6F AWD) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 20 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded (87 octane) |
| Tank Capacity | 17.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, MacPherson struts, lower control arms, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link, coil springs, gas shocks |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19 x 8.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 19 x 8.0 in |
| Tires Front | P235/40R19 |
| Tires Rear | P235/40R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 191.8 in |
| Width | 83.5 in |
| Height | 58.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Front Track | 62.7 in |
| Rear Track | 62.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,708 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 44.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.8 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 54.4 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.9 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2017 Ford Fusion 4 DR FWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Ford FUSION. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 10, 2023 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.
NHTSA campaign 23V162000
Mar 12, 2018 · STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Consequence: A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S08.
NHTSA campaign 18V167000
Jul 6, 2017 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Consequence: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.
NHTSA campaign 17V427000
Dec 5, 2016 · SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford Fusion vehicles manufactured September 27, 2016, to September 28, 2016. The left rear seat backs pivot pins may have been improperly welded.
Consequence: During a crash, the improper welds may fail, allowing any stowed luggage to move into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left hand, second row seat back frame, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S43.
NHTSA campaign 16V874000
1,114 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Ford FUSION
Owner Complaints
1,114 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Ford FUSION (37 mention a crash, 8 a fire, 24 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 396 |
| Power Train | 314 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 133 |
| Electrical System | 125 |
| Unknown Or Other | 103 |
| Service Brakes | 102 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2017 FORD FUSION. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.