Ford Fusion reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Ford Fusion is a supermini. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 98 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 271 of 442, and 41.2% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is stop lamp (7.9% of tests).
Ranked 271 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 6 of 31 superminis
In 2024, 49,877 Ford Fusions aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 41.2% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Ford Fusion is about as likely to fail as the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
41.2%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
5,400
Typical age at test: 16 years
Ford Fusion MOT failure rate by age
Most common Ford Fusion MOT faults
- Stop lamp: not working7.9% of tests
- Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded4.9% of tests
- Rear fog lamp: not working4.6% of tests
- Position lamp: not working4.5% of tests
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.1% of tests
- Ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.0% of tests
What the Ford Fusion fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 23.6% | ▲ 1.3× as often |
| Suspension | 12.7% | ▼ 17% less often |
| Brakes | 11.5% | About average |
| Visibility | 6.6% | About average |
| Body and structure | 6.5% | About average |
| Tyres | 6.0% | ▼ 11% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 5.0% | ▼ 12% less often |
| Steering | 3.1% | About average |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.7% | ▼ 61% less often |
| Wheels | 0.2% | ▼ 46% less often |
What MPG does the Ford Fusion do?
Official economy for the Ford Fusion ranges from 36.2 to 64.2mpg across the 44 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2012). A typical petrol version manages 42.8mpg and a typical diesel 64.2mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Ford Fusion?
Any Ford Fusion first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Ford Fusion registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £35 to £410 a year.
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Official figures for 44 versions sold in the UK between 2004 and 2012.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
36.2–64.2 mpg
CO2
116–186 g/km
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion Model Year Post 2011 1.4 Duratec (80PS)M5 · listed 2012 | Petrol | 42.8 mpg | 154g | £275 |
| Fusion Model Year Post 2011 1.6 Duratec (100PS)M5 · listed 2012 | Petrol | 42.2 mpg | 157g | £275 |
| Fusion Model Year - Post 2008½ 1.4 Duratorq TDCi (68ps)M5 · listed 2010 | Diesel | 62.8 mpg | 120g | £35 |
| Fusion Model Year - Post 2008½ 1.6 Duratorq TDCi (90ps)M5 · listed 2010 | Diesel | 62.8 mpg | 119g | £35 |
| Fusion Model Year - Post 2008½ 1.4 Duratec (80ps)M5 · listed 2010 | Petrol | 43.5 mpg | 154g | £275 |
| Fusion Model Year - Post 2008½ 1.4 Duratec (80ps)ASM · listed 2010 | Petrol | 44.8 mpg | 149g | £225 |
| Fusion Model Year - Post 2008½ 1.6 Duratec (100ps)M5 · listed 2010 | Petrol | 42.8 mpg | 157g | £275 |
| Fusion Model Year - Post 2008½ 1.6 Duratec (100ps)A4 · listed 2010 | Petrol | 37.7 mpg | 179g | £360 |
| Fusion Pre-2006 Model Year 1.6 Duratorq TDCiM5 · listed 2006 | Diesel | 61.4 mpg | 122g | £170 |
| Fusion 2006 Model Year onwards 1.4 Duratorq TDCi (3.37 FDR)M5 · listed 2006 | Diesel | 62.8 mpg | 119g | £35 |
| Fusion 2006 Model Year onwards 1.4 Duratorq TDCi (3.61 FDR)M5 · listed 2006 | Diesel | 61.4 mpg | 122g | £170 |
| Fusion 2006 Model Year onwards 1.6 Duratorq TDCiM5 · listed 2006 | Diesel | 62.8 mpg | 119g | £35 |
| Fusion Pre-2006 Model Year 1.4 Duratorq TDCi (3.37 FDR)M5 · listed 2006 | Diesel | 64.2 mpg | 117g | £35 |
| Fusion Pre-2006 Model Year 1.4 Duratorq TDCi (3.61 FDR)M5 · listed 2006 | Diesel | 62.8 mpg | 119g | £35 |
| Fusion Pre-2006 Model Year 1.4 DuratecM5 · listed 2006 | Petrol | 42.8 mpg | 155g | £275 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 44 versions.
What a Ford Fusion costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 42.8mpg…
- diesel, typical official 64.2mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Ford Fusion reliable?
Its MOT record is about average: the Ford Fusion is about as likely to fail as the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 98 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Ford Fusion?
The most common MOT fault is “Stop lamp: not working”, found in 7.9% of tests.
›What MPG does the Ford Fusion do?
Official economy for the Ford Fusion ranges from 36.2 to 64.2mpg across the 44 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2012). A typical petrol version manages 42.8mpg and a typical diesel 64.2mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Ford Fusion?
Any Ford Fusion first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Ford Fusion registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £35 to £410 a year.
›How many Ford Fusions fail their MOT?
41.2% of Ford Fusions aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Ford Fusion combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.