Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"Everything about it stands out. Can't say anything bad about it. Had a problem two week after I got it was just a bad computer Dealer fixed it no problem again LOVE IT"
BARBARA B., OH (2011 Ford Fusion)"I think the 2011 Fusion (leather seats, V6) compares favorably to the best midsize sedans that I've had experience with such as a similarly configured 2015 Toyota Camry."
DOUG T., MI (2011 Ford Fusion)"City driving gas mileage is very poor +20 mpg Imperial"
Anonymous, ON (2011 Ford Fusion)"Has good acceleration from 3.5 L V-6. This is the Sport model and handles great."
GORDON H., PA (2011 Ford Fusion)"The acceleration is surprisingly good for a small 4 cylinder car. The hybrid electric motor provides instant torque for passing and merging from on ramps."
PAT F., AL (2011 Ford Fusion)"This car handles very well and provides me with adequate gas mileage and comfort for the long distance driving that I do. It has also been very reliable."
LUIS S., AR (2011 Ford Fusion)"ALL wheel drive 3.0 litre v6 engine 6 speed auto select shift transmission even fully loaded 4 passengers a trunk full of golf clubs and luggage the vehicle handles like it is glued to the road, exccelation is amazing. Proves you do not have to spend above $35,000. to get performance and reliability."
Anonymous, BC (2011 Ford Fusion)"The handling is excellent for this size car. The acceleration when merging is adequate once you adjust to the brief lag at the outset."
KENNETH S., PA (2011 Ford Fusion)"A little underpowered. However, when I bought the car in 2011 I found it had adequate power. Compared to newer Fusion models I've had the opportunity to drive, it does not have the same acceleration."
Anonymous, IN (2011 Ford Fusion)"Good feel for the road- control."
Anonymous, VA (2011 Ford Fusion)"great acceleration and nice ride..Had some recalls but they were taken care of right away"
HOWARD W., NY (2011 Ford Fusion)"Only real problem with sport model was steering takes too much effort at lower speeds"
Anonymous, AZ (2011 Ford Fusion)"God for local use."
Anonymous, AL (2011 Ford Fusion)"Very good on gas Comfortable"
GUY P., ON (2011 Ford Fusion)"The automatic transmission has strange shift points. We had a factory update performed, at our expense, to try to smooth out the shifting. The update improved the shifting but it still seems to be less smooth than the other vehicles we've owned."
Anonymous, CA (2011 Ford Fusion)"Acceleration with 4 cyl engine is marginal"
Anonymous, NY (2011 Ford Fusion)"The 2011 drive is not as smooth or peppy as the 2010 Ford Fusion. Is it because the 2011 is an SE while the 2010 is an SEL."
Anonymous, MI (2011 Ford Fusion)"Great gas mileage get about 30 in town & can get 40 on highway at 55 mph. Rides great but must watch your speed because it doesnt seem to be going that fast on the highway."
John L., KY (2011 Ford Fusion)"Ride and handling are like much more expensive German car."
William A., TX (2011 Ford Fusion)"Great acceleration for passing"
Jerry P., WI (2011 Ford Fusion)"the car handles very well with tight steering and very good acceleration."
Anonymous, MD (2011 Ford Fusion)"Has begun to stall on accelerating at slow speed."
Anonymous, WA (2011 Ford Fusion)"It has great acceleration and very responsive steering, which is something I highly prefer in my cars. It's wider wheelbase and lower profile also make it fell like it hugs the road around curves more than other vehicles I have driven. Unfortunately, these factors are a problem in Minnesota winters because it can get stuck easily and has difficulty navigating any snow on the roads."
Denise J., MN (2011 Ford Fusion)"responsive, easy acceleration and good handling."
Ted A., VT (2011 Ford Fusion)"Very smooth and quiet with good acceleration and excellent fuel economy"
C S., PA (2011 Ford Fusion)"Excellent performance and handling all wheel drive system is seamless and secure in all weather conditions"
Anonymous, BC (2011 Ford Fusion)"very smooth ride. 4cyl engine very adequate"
David K., IL (2011 Ford Fusion)"Steers hard has hydraulic unit, tires too wide. Otherwise would be great"
Anonymous, AZ (2011 Ford Fusion)"Acceleration slow, shifting slow in lower gears"
Anonymous, VA (2011 Ford Fusion)"Acceleration is great (have the Sport model), and very good for interstate driving. Handling is first rate."
Anonymous, VA (2011 Ford Fusion)"Very comfortable (cloth seats) with good back support. Plenty of acceleration and solid braking."
William S., IL (2011 Ford Fusion)"Fuel economy is quite good around town. It never had the best acceleration but did have better acceleration than other models we tested. On hard accelerations it causes white smoke to be created in the exhaust which is attributed to the head gasket and isn't economical to repair."
Anonymous, GA (2011 Ford Fusion)"Excellent acceleration an handling"
David O., TX (2011 Ford Fusion)"I have the Sport Model. Handling very competent, corners like it is on rails, Handling is on par with sport sedans, i.e., base Audi A3, BMW 3 series. 0 to 60 in about 5.5 seconds."
Anonymous, TX (2011 Ford Fusion)"Fusion Sport drives great, tons of pickup with the 3.5L and tight handling."
Anonymous, OK (2011 Ford Fusion)"It doesn't always accelerate as smoothly as I'd like, but the way I accelerate might have something to do with it."
Anonymous, KS (2011 Ford Fusion)"Not particularly responsive"
Anonymous, IL (2011 Ford Fusion)"Accelerates satisfactory. Handles well. Brakes good."
Anonymous, NJ (2011 Ford Fusion)"Excellent"
Anonymous, BC (2011 Ford Fusion)"Drives very well if can afford the repairs."
Allan F., BC (2011 Ford Fusion)"The four cylinder engine has plenty of pep. It keeps a steady pace on the freeway. It climbs hills well going on major hills in the country on on the long drive from Washington State to Southern California. It even pulled a trailer full of furniture, books and miscellaneous thing down I-5 from Washington to Southern California well. Handling is very good for a family sized car. Holding the corners well and dealing with the elements. It is not that great in snow and ice however, even with winter snow tires (not studded)."
Thomas P., WA (2011 Ford Fusion)"Surprisingly quick with a controlled and quite ride. Turning radius is horrible just like all front wheel drive cars. The instruments are very informative and surprisingly easy to read in direct sunlight."
Tim C., MI (2011 Ford Fusion)"Has excellent get-up-and-go; very happy with handling."
Robert Z., TX (2011 Ford Fusion)"Excellent"
Anonymous, WI (2011 Ford Fusion)"very responsive with 4 cylinder engine comfortable while driving."
Rex A., NC (2011 Ford Fusion)"The acceleration and handling are the best that I have experienced for a family sedan."
Kevin T., MI (2011 Ford Fusion)"hesitates sometimes when accelerating"
Anonymous, MN (2011 Ford Fusion)"Accelerates and stops quickly. It's fun to drive and when things get hairy, you can easily take charge and get out of a jam."
Anonymous, MN (2011 Ford Fusion)"Excellent acceleration and sporty, precise handling."
Gerard D., CA (2011 Ford Fusion)"mediocre handling"
Jeff H., MA (2011 Ford Fusion)"Very good handling with 18" wheels but the automatic transmission often shifts roughly and hangs between gears before slamming into gear. I have had the transmission firmware flashed and reprogrammed a couple of times but it hasn't really made much difference."
Anonymous, NB (2011 Ford Fusion)"Sport like handling with good acceleration"
Anonymous, GA (2011 Ford Fusion)"Solid feel for what the car will do and respond as needed."
Anonymous, MD (2011 Ford Fusion)"Good acceleration. Fun to drive"
Billy D., TX (2011 Ford Fusion)"smooth quiet ride"
Anonymous, MI (2011 Ford Fusion)
"Everything"
BARBARA K., KS (2011 Ford Fusion)