2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid SE
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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
- Photo: 2019 Ford Fusion (2nd generation) 1X7A0332 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Ford Fusion V6 Sport in Burgundy Velvet Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Rear Left, 05-21-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2018 Ford Fusion SE interior by deathpallie325, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid SE is a 141-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with an ecvt and front-wheel drive. It starts at $28,000 MSRP and is rated at 42 mpg combined.
It makes 141 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 129 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 43 mpg city and 41 mpg highway (42 mpg combined).
The Fusion measures 191.8 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,695 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $28,000 |
| MSRP with Destination | $29,195 |
| Destination Charge | $1,195 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Duratec 20 Atkinson-cycle I4 (hybrid) -- 141 hp/129 lb-ft gas-engine-alone; 188 hp/177 lb-ft combined hybrid-system output (electric motor: 118 hp/88 kW) |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 141 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 129 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm (gas engine only; 177 lb-ft combined hybrid-system) 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 | 12.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multi-port fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | eCVT (Ford HF35 power-split hybrid transaxle, no discrete gears) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 43 MPG |
| Highway | 41 MPG |
| Combined | 42 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded (87 octane) |
| Tank Capacity | 14 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 | 17 x 7.5 in |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7.5 in |
| Tires Front | P225/50R17 |
| Tires Rear | P225/50R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 191.8 in |
| Width | 83.5 in |
| Height | 58 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Front Track | 62.3 in |
| Rear Track | 62 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,695 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)
- 2020 Ford Fusion 4 DR AWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Ford FUSION. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 10, 2025 · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Consequence: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V685000
Jun 27, 2025 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Consequence: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
NHTSA campaign 25V442000
Jun 23, 2023 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Fusion PHEV vehicles. The battery energy control module (BECM) may become damaged due to excessive voltage and current flow.
Consequence: A damaged BECM can result in a loss of drive power or fire, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the battery and update the BECM software for free, or Ford will repurchase the vehicle. If your vehicle is currently operating normally, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the fuse block and a software update as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be free of charge (parts and labor). As an alternative remedy, Ford is offering a vehicle refund. Please see Ford's owner notification letter or contact Ford for full details. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S33.
NHTSA campaign 23V440000
184 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2020 Ford FUSION
Owner Complaints
184 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Ford FUSION (10 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 67 |
| Engine | 52 |
| Electrical System | 38 |
| Unknown Or Other | 28 |
| Steering | 12 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
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 2020 FORD FUSION. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.