The most dominant car in the hybrid niche at the moment is the Toyota Prius, but now there is another major contender in place ready to take on challenge: the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. This car is sleek and good looking with a sharp three bar grille, offers excellent gas mileage and it can actually travel up to 47 mph on just the batter pack alone! The Fusion may be one of the best all-around hybrids on the current market and since it's a hybrid, it will save you lots of money in fuel costs.
Both a traditional and electric motor work together in order to give the Fusion its power. The gasoline engine is a 2.5 Ltr 4 cylinder gasoline engine with 156 hp and 136 lb feet of torque. The electric motor outputs 106 HP. The engine uses a Continuously Variable Transmission and as a result you can't even tell when the car switches from gas to electric mode; it's so smooth its undetectable. This car can reach 0-60 in 8.7 second which is fast for a hybrid auto. Now the best part is the mileage! Gas mileage is 41 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the freeway. On top of that, the cabin remains relatively quiet even during fast speeds plus the acceleration is smooth and effortless.
If you are environmentally conscious then you will be glad to know that the interior features eco-conscious upholstery and foam seats. Lots of soft fabric touches are found throughout the interior, which give the car a cozy and inviting aura. There is enough space to seat five individuals. Ford's voice activated Sync system is in place which allows compatibility with Bluetooth smart phones and allows you to place telephone calls hands free. Simply say out loud the word "traffic" and you will instantly receive traffic updates right through the audio speakers.
Other thoughtful options included are a dual zone climate control system, keyless power entry, a traction control system, an anti lock brake system, seventeen inch wheels and a premium audio system. It has been noted that the trunk space is a bit smaller at 11.8 cubic feet versus that of the traditional Fusion because part of the battery is stored inside the trunk.
One trim is available for this ride but of course you can add in any optional packages that suit your needs. Leather appointed seats and a navigation system can easily be included. You can even toss in a hard drive in order to store all your favorite tunes. The Moon & Tune option includes a sunroof and a Sony audio system with twelve speakers so you can crank up all your favorite songs
The base price of the 2010 Fusion Hybrid is around $27k which is a great deal considering that this may be one of the best all-around hybrid vehicles on the market. This car offers great mileage, a beautiful interior, a sharp exterior with a new front grille, lots of innovative technological gadgets plus it was built in the States!
Written by Jacqueline Star
Orange County Used Cars, Ford Riverside
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jacqueline_Star
Tuesday 7 September 2010
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