Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Fusion
Power
68HP
Torque
160Nm
Consumption
4.4l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
16.6s
Top Speed
158km/h
Weight
1205kg
Price
12,770€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
337 L
45 L
50 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Fusion Trend 1.4 TDCi 68 CV Durashift EST (2003-2005)
General description
The 2002 Ford Fusion was not just any car; it was a visionary. In a world of conventional utility vehicles, Ford dared to create a vehicle that merged the agility of the Fiesta with the robustness and space of a small SUV. It was the perfect car for those looking for something more: more height, more versatility, and a sense of command over the urban asphalt without sacrificing simplicity.
Driving experience
Driving the Fusion 1.4 TDCi is an experience of calm and pragmatism. Its 68 horsepower doesn't aim for speed records but offers admirable efficiency that is felt with every visit to the gas station. The Durashift EST gearbox provides unusual comfort for its time in the city, freeing you from the clutch. The elevated driving position envelops you in a bubble of confidence and visibility, turning every journey into a serene and controlled ride.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a statement of intent: function over form. With straight lines and a raised body, the Fusion projects an image of solidity and capability. It doesn't seek to charm with seductive curves but to convince with its honesty and its promise of interior space. Inside, simplicity reigns with durable plastics and a logical dashboard, designed to withstand the test of time and daily hustle.
Technology and features
The Fusion's technology focused on practical intelligence. Its heart, the 1.4 TDCi engine with common-rail injection, was an example of modernity and efficiency at the time. However, the real gem was the Durashift EST transmission, a robotized manual gearbox that offered the comfort of an automatic with the mechanical simplicity of a manual, an ingenious solution to make urban driving more pleasant and accessible.
Competition
The Fusion played in a league of its own. While utility vehicles like the Renault Clio or the Peugeot 206 dominated the streets, and minivans like the Opel Meriva offered family space, the Fusion positioned itself in a unique middle ground. It was the rival of everyone and no one, attracting drivers who wanted height and practicality without the size of a minivan, anticipating the crossover fever that was to come.
Conclusion
The Ford Fusion is more than a car; it is a faithful and sensible companion. It won't take your breath away with its power, but it will win your heart with its reliability, its incredibly low consumption, and a surprising versatility. It was a silent pioneer, a vehicle ahead of its time that understood before many others that modern life needed practical and honest solutions. An underrated classic that delivers what it promises.