2016 Ford Fusion Titanium

The 2016 Fusion is Ford's midsize sedan, offered as a conventional gas model, a hybrid, and a plug-in hybrid. It competes with the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, and Nissan Altima, but adds available all-wheel drive. The Fusion drives with a composed, planted feel, and the steering is nicely weighted for a family sedan. The ride is smooth and quiet, with little road or engine noise intruding into the cabin. Inside, the Fusion offers a spacious back seat and a large trunk, with well-trimmed materials for the class. Ford's SYNC system provides hands-free calling and voice control, and a touchscreen is available on higher trims. Reliability is generally good, though some owners have reported transmission quirks and a steering column recall. The Titanium is the top-trim Fusion, and the plug-in hybrid version is for buyers who want maximum fuel economy without giving up premium features. Its 2.0L I4 plug-in hybrid pairs an electric motor with a gas engine for 188 horsepower and 38 mpg combined, so you get effortless around-town driving and excellent efficiency. The plug-in system gives you about 20 miles of electric-only range, enough for most commutes, but the trunk shrinks to 8.2 cubic feet of cargo space to make room for the battery pack.