83.16
2012 Ford Fusion
TCS
81.39
Expert Resource Scoring:
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TCS Converted Score
61.82
Consumer Guide
"Safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain-side airbags, and front-side airbags. Blind-spot alert is available, as well as Ford's "Cross Traffic Alert," which activates when the transmission is in reverse; it detects any traffic moving towards the vehicle. "
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TCS Converted Score
67.78
Edmunds.com
"The well-rounded 2012 Ford Fusion is one of our top picks for a midsize family sedan. It all starts with a vehicle architecture that gives the Fusion a great balance between a comfortable ride and agile handling. You feel connected to the road, but this doesn't come at the expense of ride comfort the way it can in so many other cars. The Fusion's interior isn't especially flashy, and its climate controls are mounted too low, but quality is strong both in terms of materials and construction. The spacious cabin is also filled with all the expected bells and whistles in this class, plus a few high-tech extras."
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TCS Converted Score
94.00
MSN Autos
"The 2012 Ford Fusion adds a standard six-speed automatic transmission for the Fusion SE and standard 17-inch aluminum wheels."
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TCS Converted Score
82.00
The Car Connection
"A choice of four engines, manual or automatic transmissions, gas or hybrid technology, and front- or all-wheel drive leaves plenty of room in the Fusion lineup for shoppers to find a good match. "
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TCS Converted Score
91.00
US News/World Report
"Although it receives a couple updates for 2012, including a standard six-speed automatic on SE trims, the 2012 Fusion is practically the same as the 2011 version. Reviewers like that Ford has decided not to mess with a good thing. The Fusion earns praise for its three engine choices, high-quality interior, superb handling, good fuel economy, spacious trunk and comfortable interior."
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TCS Converted Score
77.00
Unnamed Expert Resource 1
TCS Converted Score
N/A
Unnamed Expert Resource 2
Safety Administration Scoring:
TCS Converted Score
77.50
National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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TCS Converted Score
100.00
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
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Fuel Economy Factor:
Fuel Economy Factor
-2
The Fuel Economy Factor influence to the Total Car Score is determined by first calculating a vehicle's average fuel economy number. This number is derived from the average miles-per-gallon figure a vehicle receives from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) across all available drivetrains (engines, transmissions and driven wheels). The number is then compared to the average fuel economy number for the entire segment in which a vehicle competes. The difference between a vehicle's fuel economy average number and the segment's fuel economy average number is what decides whether the fuel economy factor pulls a vehicle's Total Car Score up or down, and by how much.
For instance, if a car's average fuel economy is 21 mpg and the entire segment's fuel economy average is 19 mpg that vehicle gets 2 points added to its Total Car Score.
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How is the Total Car Score Calculated?
A vehicle’s Total Car Score is derived from 3rd party quantitative ratings. There are currently nine sources utilized for these 3rd party ratings. There is also a 10th factor, derived from a vehicle’s fuel economy rating that influences a vehicle’s Total Car Score.
Although each of these nine sources uses a unique ratings system (i.e. numbers vs. bubbles vs. stars, etc.), we convert those systems into a simple percentage score with equal weighting for each of the nine sources.
Although each of these nine sources uses a unique ratings system (i.e. numbers vs. bubbles vs. stars, etc.), we convert those systems into a simple percentage score with equal weighting for each of the nine sources.
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