2018 Ford Fusion Sport Review - Sport Actually Means Something

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  • 2018 Ford Fusion Sport Review on The Straight Pipes. Would you take this over a Subaru Legacy, Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Hyundai Sonata or Kia Stinger.
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  • @ThatGuyEli1
    @ThatGuyEli1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +381

    I own this car. These guys are making this car seem lame. I love this car. 5.2 sec 0-60 and can be sub 5 sec with a few mods and a tune. High 12's in the 1/4 mile with mods & a tune. Not bad for a "Dad Car". This car is a great sleeper car. Has beaten lots of "muscle" cars at the track.

    • @WackSmackAttack
      @WackSmackAttack 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      which mods should I look into

    • @BKFS-ls9by
      @BKFS-ls9by 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That Guy Eli I’m way late on this comment but what “few mods” get you to that point?

    • @AB-cb9jb
      @AB-cb9jb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      That Guy Eli thats the truth most cars i come across on the road when im driving underestimate this car till i hit the gas then they see oh this not a regular fusion here its the SPORT!

    • @whydoihave6neutrals772
      @whydoihave6neutrals772 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Tony Bradley imagine debadging it you’d hurt so many egos

    • @AB-cb9jb
      @AB-cb9jb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@whydoihave6neutrals772 u right 😂 I constantly hurt they fillings when they try to pass me I lighty tap the gas and zoom right on by then I look for there expression in the mirror 🤣🤣

  • @ethansmith9263
    @ethansmith9263 5 ปีที่แล้ว +188

    The lane keep assist BUTTON that’s on the turn signal stalk was literally visible when you were complaining that it didn’t exist 😂

    • @AarmOZ84
      @AarmOZ84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It even has the lane keep logo right on it! 😂🤣

    • @MadmaxMusic93
      @MadmaxMusic93 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There idiot's it's okay lol 😆

    • @errickkitchin36
      @errickkitchin36 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 2019 Titanium, and immediately thought the same thing.

    • @camshaft33
      @camshaft33 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes 🤣@ 10:07

  • @therealderjett
    @therealderjett 6 ปีที่แล้ว +648

    I would take this over the Subaru. It makes me sad that this will be out of production when I am looking for my next car. I'm the odd ball American who hates cross overs and SUV's.

    • @MocknozzieRiver
      @MocknozzieRiver 6 ปีที่แล้ว +98

      Same, but I'm the oddball white chick who hates crossovers and SUV's. My husband heard from a survey that most women's dream car is a Jeep Cherokee and I'm like, "Nah, that'll be a no from me, dog."

    • @josueacevedo5142
      @josueacevedo5142 6 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      I think most viewers on this channel don't care for crossovers/SUV's

    • @timo99nl
      @timo99nl 6 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      Crossovers are for non car people

    • @davidpfrey
      @davidpfrey 6 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      I'm pretty sure that the Lexus RX350 is the average soccer mom's dream car.

    • @adrianswan3643
      @adrianswan3643 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dave J I agree I love sporty sedans. But I would take an RT charger because of the aftermarket support.

  • @ZappsMusic
    @ZappsMusic 6 ปีที่แล้ว +336

    If your new car doesn’t have any fake carbon fiber, is it really a new car?

  • @jus52200
    @jus52200 6 ปีที่แล้ว +351

    there will be a 2019 model fusion. but they're going to start phasing it out after 2019. but I still think it's dumb that they're getting rid of sedans.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Correct

    • @dylanw9412
      @dylanw9412 6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      None of their sedans were really competitive compared to the competition. The taurus was disappointing, the fusion was tired and dated, and the focus was just awful.

    • @sshah2545
      @sshah2545 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      They’re getting rid of sedans? That’s definitely kind of strange, but not surprising. Fords non-SUV, non-truck vehicles SUCK. Not that the rest don’t suck, but their cars have been garbage for a while.

    • @geethsan1567
      @geethsan1567 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Dylan Wodrich | Because they put all those monies into the Trucks and the Mustang.

    • @josefgriveas7113
      @josefgriveas7113 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      The fusion is awesome and focus is just stunning

  • @Jaytrenkle
    @Jaytrenkle 6 ปีที่แล้ว +174

    Ford over the Subaru- anything to get away from the dreaded CVT

    • @coastaku1954
      @coastaku1954 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Konos44 The Crown Vic is a great car, mainly cause it's bullet proof and you can get them from Police Auctions for $500

    • @kevinwhiting8391
      @kevinwhiting8391 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      My mom's actually got a legacy with the CVT is actually pretty quick

    • @WakingDreams34
      @WakingDreams34 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kevinwhiting8391 thats not the reason theyre griping ab the cvt, the sound and feel like shit

    • @AarmOZ84
      @AarmOZ84 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My Ford Fusion has CVT.

    • @JecuskyGarrett
      @JecuskyGarrett 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AarmOZ84 The Fusion never had a CVT. If you did your research, you would know that.

  • @LP640PR
    @LP640PR 6 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    I have a dadmobile GrandPrix GTP. but I’m 21. And been balding since 17. Perfect.

    • @kracksnacks934
      @kracksnacks934 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol

    • @dennyregova76
      @dennyregova76 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lmao !! i been balding since 20,now 23, your not alone, and i drive a fusion so just imagine how that looks!!

  • @jarupongch
    @jarupongch 6 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    As a previous owner of Ford Fusion Titanium, I can say that Fusion is a great solid car but Ford needs to update it and they didn't. RIP Fusion.

    • @Bladers97
      @Bladers97 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Theyre stopping the production so.. :/

    • @kckrol85
      @kckrol85 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 16... Can't believe no gauge cluster dash updates.

    • @alextran8188
      @alextran8188 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kckrol85 it's getting discontinued so there's no point. I own a 2017 Fusion SE and don't mind the interior

    • @officialdudedolan4943
      @officialdudedolan4943 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      new owner to a 2016 fusion titanium... I love it other than the touch sense buttons

  • @lanier2k5
    @lanier2k5 5 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I’d take the Ford Fusion Sport any day over the Legacy😁

    • @e70_x5_guy4
      @e70_x5_guy4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same. The fusion is really good. The Subaru is boring.

  • @pappyodanial
    @pappyodanial 5 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    That much horsepower and you didn't send it?

    • @Moecean
      @Moecean 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It seems they got the vehicle from there sponsor and prolly couldn't beat on it

    • @aktsly9237
      @aktsly9237 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I watched for the send only, not coming back.

  • @Goregch
    @Goregch 6 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    At first I used to watched because I was interested in the car they reviewed. Now I watch because I'm interested in them and their point of view. Well done lads

  • @madmat3940
    @madmat3940 6 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Got this car as a rental for a day and was very impressed. Very gracefully designed and is a complete sleeper. Did not expect the level of performance, handling and luxury that this car delivered. If I wasn't such a Japanese car fanboy, I would definitely consider this car as a daily driver.

    • @hijayhonhijayhon1290
      @hijayhonhijayhon1290 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      U right, I rented it and want one

    • @e70_x5_guy4
      @e70_x5_guy4 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I rented a fusion and I was surprised how nice it was.

  • @nicholas5139
    @nicholas5139 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    These things are so underrated; I love them. It just sucks that the U.S. is no longer going to have sedans anymore 😔

    • @Chorizero2369
      @Chorizero2369 ปีที่แล้ว

      There’s so much that’s been made that they won’t go away, suvs will eventually get less popular

  • @Tbcp1313
    @Tbcp1313 6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    5 star review again! I actually like this car, technically I'm a dad so that may be the reason. Ford should have considered a SHO version of this car with 6 speed manual minus the luxury stuff. IMHO

  • @TheStraightPipes
    @TheStraightPipes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Would you buy this over the Subaru Legacy?
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    • @ZappsMusic
      @ZappsMusic 6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      TheStraightPipes I would definitely take this over the blander legacy

    • @mhdfrb9971
      @mhdfrb9971 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would take the Torino.

    • @YuriTereshyn
      @YuriTereshyn 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I’d pick Legacy

    • @natpeterson9735
      @natpeterson9735 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Zapps I would, too. However, the grey seats, door inserts, and rims make this car just as bland. It’s definitely more fun to drive, but it is still incredibly boring. Why Ford didn’t make black for the interior and wheels at least an option is beyond me. Another little pet peeve of mine is that this is the only trim that comes with a black headliner. No other trims have this as an option, which, in my opinion, looks nicer than the beige headliner and would compliment a black interior much better.

    • @benwalters4142
      @benwalters4142 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      TheStraightPipes IMO Subaru used to have better exhausts - I love the quad exhausts on my WRX! Ford has been welding nice tips cheaply onto the mufflers for years. Unfortunately Subaru went with the fake integrated tips for the new Legacy, though.

  • @chrisbrook1234
    @chrisbrook1234 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I agree with Jakub, I would take the Fusion too. Also, you can thank BlackBerry for the fact that SYNC 3 is more user-friendly than the previous generations of SYNC.

  • @Lightspeed-eo6nw
    @Lightspeed-eo6nw 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The first rule of Cliché Corner is don’t tell anyone where it is. I remember the first time I ever saw you guys was the Kajiji how to sell your car stuff, I’m gonna want to see the “Steering you Right” synchronized finger pointing next time I see you!

  • @bridamy
    @bridamy 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Keep it up guys. Iv said before and I'll say again, Im rooting that your channel starts to grow faster and more people can see what a review video is supposed to look like.

  • @Calleditaday
    @Calleditaday 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Which one would I take?
    Well, I took one. I bought a 2017 Ford Fusion Sport in March. It listed at $35,560 USD with a $7,000 rebate, and $3,000 in dealer discounts so I got it for $25,560 plus tax and tags. Mine doesnt have the cooling seats, heated steering wheel, lane assist or the same infotainment system with NAV, but it's got everything else. It's really quick for a 4 door family car, and good luck getting a Legacy for the same price.
    It might not be that much faster ( about a half second in the quarter mile) than a Honda Accord Touring, but it's so much torquier, so if it doesn't downshift, it still pulls really well and effortlessly. I think it's one of the best values out there. They're practically giving them away.

    • @otterhead44
      @otterhead44 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lies

    • @gregblack8550
      @gregblack8550 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is the transmission good in this car? My wife’s 2015 sho was a good car with a good strong trans but I’ve never really heard bout the fusion trans.She ran Sho to 160 k before selling and had no major issues at all .Wheel bearings a couple times and some kind of sensor. Great car.

  • @davidpfrey
    @davidpfrey 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This video at 8:43 might be the first time that height has come up and Jakub doesn't say "six foot one and a half". Congratulations!

  • @huntermain8679
    @huntermain8679 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When you guys brought up the Pontiac Grand Prix GTP, I was ecstatic! I used to drive an 04 Grand Prix GTP Comp G (more names mean BETTER). I loved my GTP, was quick, supercharger sounded awesome, and was super stylish. Also had a HUD! Love the channel, thanks for the great content.

  • @DriveAndBeDriven
    @DriveAndBeDriven 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As always, great review, Straight Pipes! The Ford Fusion seems like a pretty solid entry in the Midsize sedan class. It truly is a shame that Ford is discontinuing it, though. Nevertheless, due to the Fusion soon being discontinued, you can probably get the Fusion with pretty generous rebates and incentives applied.
    Also, my favorite GameBoy game was Need For Speed Porsche Unleashed.
    From one car reviewer to another, keep up the great work! 👍🏽

  • @madcars63
    @madcars63 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you so much for reviewing my car I love it !!!

  • @johnfrantz5885
    @johnfrantz5885 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the editing at the beginning, good work👍

  • @mattwright5887
    @mattwright5887 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Good review as always. I like my new icon now. Good job 👍

  • @charleschua9930
    @charleschua9930 6 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    Why do you guys only have 200k subs? THAT’S RIDICULOUS. Hands down the most underrated automotive youtuber out there.

    • @Marathon13240
      @Marathon13240 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      TH-camrs lol definitely agree tho man

    • @e70_x5_guy4
      @e70_x5_guy4 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Need to get them to 1 million

    • @SharpElite1991
      @SharpElite1991 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol

  • @yeleoh
    @yeleoh 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Oh yes, the ol' straightpipes logo on thumbnail, lovely!

  • @throwaway177
    @throwaway177 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK YOU for reviewing this car. I have a 2018 White FFS here in Montreal. Love the car. Such great value for the performance.

  • @davidgrasso8765
    @davidgrasso8765 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The suspension does change in sport mode and with a tune can make 400hp and 480 tq on 93 octane. I have one and is very quick.

  • @scottishfanta
    @scottishfanta 6 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Bet you no one on planet earth would think that a Ford Mondeo would have more power than a Ferarri from the 80's

  • @brandonbullock8450
    @brandonbullock8450 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh the days before the launch control, the beards, it is a blessing to see y’all now ❤

  • @Sladdery
    @Sladdery 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm glad you all pointed out the lag. I just recently bought one of these with 24k miles and after 8k miles of driving the lag is def noticeable, especially in the low end because of the small displacement of the V6

    • @jonthompson8807
      @jonthompson8807 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      how do you like it on the highway. can you pass d?ckheads with V8 trucks hanging out in the left land?

    • @IcanDriveIt
      @IcanDriveIt ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Welcome to the turbo life. Enjoy the power.

    • @sherylellingson3538
      @sherylellingson3538 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's the nature of turbo's. Every car or truck that had a turbo, has that lag. You can't drive them the way you would drive an NA car.

  • @ltkwok2961
    @ltkwok2961 6 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Just bought a T shirt.... not because I need another T-shirt... but because you guys are awesome.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Amazing thank you

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      TheStraightPipes “You placed an order with The Straight Pipes on 06/22/2018. The Spreadshirt team has completed the production of your order and shipped it according to the service selected when you placed your order. The details of your shipment follow.” Spreadshirt team? Where are they doing this?

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      USA

    • @ltkwok2961
      @ltkwok2961 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      TheStraightPipes Well they should proof read their communications. This looks Like an auto reply email so this can be going to everyone ordering the shirt. Anyway, you guys are still awesome.

  • @chitowncraig
    @chitowncraig ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The suspension changes when you press the S button from normal to sport. Also you can turn off lane keep assist at the end of the left turn stalk

  • @garys9718
    @garys9718 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So many mods for this ride, you guys are underating it!!

  • @c05l24
    @c05l24 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Middle of the summer??? Summer just started, and give me a bloody gear shift lol. I love your videos :)

  • @rafaelantonio540
    @rafaelantonio540 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    “Ohhhh this gangstee know how to use technologyyyy” i died 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @stephenandrosen
    @stephenandrosen 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Coldest?
    Winnipeg: “..hold my maple syrup”

  • @FusionKota
    @FusionKota 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm am looking at buying the 2017 model year sport this weekend. Managed to be able to take it home for a couple days to see if I like it. This thing is so comfortable and the perfect kind of fast that I want. Nothing brutal, but enough for me to enjoy flooring it every once in a while

  • @antoniotarquinio1604
    @antoniotarquinio1604 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been watching you guys since the GLA 250 review. Love the content!
    Would sponsor, but a little low on cash! Thanks Jacub and Yuri for great videos, much love from Australia.

  • @dodgybloke4441
    @dodgybloke4441 6 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    6:10 i saw that

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Those damn USB ports. Every time

    • @jeremytd7072
      @jeremytd7072 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I posted before I read comments. I duplicated. 🤦🏼‍♂️

    • @mgobluevictor
      @mgobluevictor 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Came to comments to say the same thing. Glad I looked first. Damn U, USB.

    • @e70_x5_guy4
      @e70_x5_guy4 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      TheStraightPipes lol

  • @Croak1
    @Croak1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dunno about Canada, but Ford and dealerships rebated/discounted the HELL out of the 2017 Fusion Sport in the US (some as low as $27k, lower option packages). So expect to see those same sort of discounts on the 2018 soon.

  • @violingineertube
    @violingineertube 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just bought one of these with 7K on it fully loaded. Has sort of a Jekyll and Hyde thing going on. Highway cocoon comfort with pothole negotiating softness with predictable throttle around town, but it turns into the beast on rails in the twisties. And I love the seats, suede feel, great sound system. Knowing I can smoke most other people before they know what the hell just past them is priceless ;)

  • @BeesonsCars
    @BeesonsCars 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fusion's are actually great cars. My friend has a 14' SE loaded out with the 1.5T and it drives great. It's decently quick and it gets 26 mpg when sending it 24/7. It also handles really really well for a normal sedan.

  • @roastedhd2852
    @roastedhd2852 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Watching in 2020 this would be a monster if they put the new explorer st drivetrain in it!

  • @velle71
    @velle71 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have a loaded 2017 Sport and it's a great car - checks all the boxes for what I need/want in a daily driver. I live in the Midwest and NEED AWD with plenty of passing power. Livernois Motorsports offers a great tune for the car as well - I run the 93 octane tune and this car rips. :)

    • @robertfredal2885
      @robertfredal2885 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      velle71 same here! 100 on the freeway 🛣 no problem. Gets there super quick too

  • @thevigpr
    @thevigpr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been watching so many straight pipe videos that I always know when the cliche corner comes up!

  • @contact.philipj
    @contact.philipj 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an interesting approach to a car review. Pleasant to watch, and still informative. Definitely subscribing!

  • @chad_01
    @chad_01 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    the intro , thought i was watching a ford canada commercial ;)

  • @laurenzdeganos9875
    @laurenzdeganos9875 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Rode in one of these the hybrid version very quick, just the back seat had no leg room and head room. Rather take this than the new accord.

  • @nathanlewis3462
    @nathanlewis3462 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could not have made me happier than when you referenced the grand prix gtp. Loved that car as a kid and now im a dad looking for a cool but scencable dad car this thing nails it!

  • @hasaneysin
    @hasaneysin 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Totally agree with the quaddual, dualquad exhausts

  • @a_funyun
    @a_funyun 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Medabots 2.
    Also I will probably pick one of these up in a few years when I get bored of my Optima.

  • @xXHoruga05Xx
    @xXHoruga05Xx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I like how you didn’t send it, best feature of the car... thanks Yuri and Jacob

  • @icky_thump
    @icky_thump 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I didn't notice the asymmetrical lower front grille... until you said something. Now I can't unsee it. DAMNIT.

  • @nehemiahstewart
    @nehemiahstewart 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These guys have awesome chemistry

  • @andinicpon4743
    @andinicpon4743 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I think what happened with the fusion was they designed it so well (exterior) they were like shit there is nothing we can do to update this... guess we just get rid of it.

    • @90MVtv
      @90MVtv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They could've made interior updates which would've kept them around undoubtedly, although I love the interior but it is getting outdated a bit. I'll still get this over absolutely anything in its class based on style and tech alone

  • @jackwood8307
    @jackwood8307 6 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    Best car review channel on youtube!

    • @JDONUMBER7
      @JDONUMBER7 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chuck Iringtwice MUCH AGREEMENT!! 👍

    • @vitoraraujo2609
      @vitoraraujo2609 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Chuck Iringtwice Webmotors is better

    • @jackwood8307
      @jackwood8307 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      vitor araujo/ to each their own.

  • @MattWilkes
    @MattWilkes 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ford Escape with Sync 3 has a physical heated steering wheel button. There actually are not any climate functions in Sync 3, which is nice

  • @ivanlowjones
    @ivanlowjones 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to see Ford is still rocking the 2009 retro roof antenna instead of a shark fin antenna like 95% of 2018 carmakers are doing.

  • @donwa7772
    @donwa7772 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Easter egg: There is a lane-keeping assist physical button! It is on the end of the turn signal stalk.

  • @Dr._Rizk
    @Dr._Rizk 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hey Yuri !
    Hey Jacob !
    Hope you have a great day !!!

  • @J30A4V6er
    @J30A4V6er 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    FYI, it isn't turbo lag. it is the drive by wire throttle hesitation.

  • @kolt9051
    @kolt9051 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for reviewing this car! It is obtainable for a lot of people, including me!

  • @Infinnatea
    @Infinnatea 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My Focus RS has a physical button for heated steering wheel by the shifter

  • @lanemorrow5513
    @lanemorrow5513 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Also, its a huge mistake by Ford to not continue this car, advance it and continue to develop it. They still sell well over 100k units a year. I believe the new CEO should put this and a couple of other cars back into availability in north America.

    • @OhPhuckYou
      @OhPhuckYou 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's been two rumors going around about Fusions. One is that the Fusion Sedan that was unveiled in China (Puke) will make it's way back to the NA market, and the other is that the Fusion is going to come back as a wagon to compete with the Subaru Outback. It is a shame that Ford discontinued the Fusion but I also understand that move. It wouldn't have made sense to only have one sedan since the Fusion was the only sedan Ford had that was still a sales success (I don't count the Focus a success when their trans has a 80K best buy date). The Taurus made little sense when the Fusion offered as much interior space in a more attractive package.

  • @motorman390
    @motorman390 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    The manual button for the lane keep assist is on the end of the blinker lever, just so you don’t have to scroll through the menus since you don’t seem to like to do that.

  • @Javonn143_
    @Javonn143_ 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The reason why the lower grille is asymmetrical is because that’s where they put the adaptive cruise control sensor.

  • @oakleydoeseverything6438
    @oakleydoeseverything6438 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I just bought a 2017 Fusion Sport in 2019 and paid less then half of the cost of that car! Love this car!

    • @Cobradaddy
      @Cobradaddy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Just bought a 17 yesterday. As a person who owned a WRX, Impreza base, new model XT Forester and currently a STI, First thing I noticed was how insanely quiet the car is with the windows up. Subaru is all about the reliability and their AWD, They've taken way too long to offer standard features in their cars. I won't even get into their 20 year unchanged turbo 2.5 motor. Ford did good with this car.

    • @gunzzz4life
      @gunzzz4life 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cobradaddy Subaru just doesn’t care about the WRX/STi anymore. Subaru is all about loving your community, being dog friendly, and being charitable. The WRX/STi doesn’t fit into that mold and we’re seeing that. The STi already got phased out of Europe and I wouldn’t be surprised if it leaves the US at some point soon. I really think Subaru would be doing the STi a favor by canning it. The wing just gets stupider and stupider every year with no meaningful changes to the car.

    • @Cobradaddy
      @Cobradaddy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gunzzz4life I actually think the wing looks better than any previous years. The problem is, where's the competition? Nothing's out there pushing Subaru to do anything with their sports car lineup besides the potential buyers. They are now consumed with being the best selling brand, but they are listening to their customers more now. I feel they will do something with their sport cars within a few years. They are now bringing back the turbos in their cars and suv's. Not sure why they took it out of the Forester a few years ago just to put it back in the Legacy and Outback. Only thing I can think of was to push the Ascent as their big turbo suv. Either way they are making improvements to better the brand, more refined interiors and it'll be a very solid brand. Ford dumped their cars, Evo is no longer around, everything else is priced above the WRX/STI, they are not feeling any pressure and got lazy. Time will tell.

    • @violingineertube
      @violingineertube 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I owned two wrx, two mazdaspeed 3, a turbo veloster and an elantra sport, and the fusion sport is quieter, smoother, and slays all of those cars with its pinky finger.

  • @kaustubh_kp
    @kaustubh_kp 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    6:09 struggle is real. That's why I say USB C everything.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Everyone knows the regular USB plug must be attempted to be plugged in at least 3 times

    • @kaustubh_kp
      @kaustubh_kp 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      TheStraightPipes true that

    • @ryand.3858
      @ryand.3858 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I feel like I’m the only person that notices they put a colored piece of plastic in the connector and the port just so you know which way to put it in. If the colored part is on the bottom on the port just flip the cord over so that yours is on the top when you plug it in.
      However (rant incoming!), please don’t think I’m patronizing anybody by saying that as I’ve struggled with them for years and just realized at a certain point that they were going to be around for a while so I needed to figure that shit out. Im 100% on board for making everything USB-C; the lightning connector was a step in the right direction but the damn thing is fragile and tends to corrode or break (on top of being more expensive). Micro USB is the absolute worst though, even with the prongs telling you it’s oriented the right way it still fights you until it’s perfectly aligned on the same plane.
      The very best is when you’ve got that USB port in your center console; you know, the one that you can’t get a good look at from behind because the armrest/lid keeps you from getting a good look? Fuck that shit! Plugging that thing in on the first try is like trying to dock a new module on the goddamn international space station.
      IMO everything needs to be Qi or USB-C until we can come up with something new that isn’t a major pain in the ass.

  • @tuckert3ig
    @tuckert3ig 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great review

  • @vomErsten
    @vomErsten 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Favorite Gameboy game - F-Zero: Maximum Velocity!

  • @cfreaper23
    @cfreaper23 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I would take this over the Legacy. I think for every day driving, there would be more enjoyment out of the Fusion. More power generally equals more fun. Don't mind the look of the Legacy either, but I think the Fusion looks more sleek and has a sportier design. Great review again, like always!

  • @natpeterson9735
    @natpeterson9735 6 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I’ve always been a fan of the Fusion, and with the Sport you get all the power you’ve ever desired in this car. What I just cannot understand or accept, however, are the gray seats, door inserts, and rims. Sure they’re high quality, but the color is terribly boring. Why they couldn’t have at least made black an option is beyond me.

    • @jyevans27
      @jyevans27 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Agreed. Also, there isn't a v6 option on the platinum. The madness is....odd.

    • @ryand.3858
      @ryand.3858 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Joshua Yates-Evans Ford has a weird thing going on with the V6 lately. At one point the V6 was available in most of their vehicles, hell it was the engine they were putting in the Sport trim. Then the eco boost came along and they decided that all other NA V6’s were either irrelevant (in light of new four cylinder engines) or undesirable (mustang anybody?). Interestingly they put a 3.7L V6 in the police explorer for a time before killing that in favor of en ecoboost model as well.
      I’m pretty sure they didn’t make the V6 ecoboost an option in the fusion because it would simultaneously make the Taurus SHO kinda irrelevant and would put it into the performance sedan market price and performance-wise. A market that’s openly hostile to American cars and would likely doom it to obscurity and low sales. IMO this car still sneaks into that sport sedan segment, albeit in a stealthy sleeper kind of way. The Chevy SS had a number of PR problems thanks to a lack of interest from mothership in promoting it, but ultimately it was the price that killed it since it put it out of reach of the people that might have bought it, and into the market of those that had no interest in humoring a sleeper sedan from GM.
      IMO Ford made the right call (even if I don’t like the decision) with the engine and it trickles down to the interior and rims: putting an exclusive interior into the car would’ve raised the price on a car that’s already a hard sell. We’re lucky they even made it at all IMO with Ford management’s new hatred for the sedan and the poor ROI this thing presumably has brought in. It was probably more of a pet project that was pitched with the notion of fostering the notion of Ford as a performance brand with sporty trim levels available on all of their vehicles.
      Sadly, as always, it all comes down to money. This is why we can’t have nice things, lol.

  • @tomprevost2477
    @tomprevost2477 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ad for Kajiji was pretty painless, good job guys.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! Kijiji. We actually bought our own cars from there

  • @seths8034
    @seths8034 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The WRX and STI have nice, REAL, quad exhaust. They look proper

  • @marquex3272
    @marquex3272 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I bought one of these in Black, it looks great sporty and elegant, drives amazingly well and there are tons of power at any speed, it's the best sleeper ever, it has more power and torque than class similar Audis BMW's and Mercedes

  • @thethespian5757
    @thethespian5757 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I'd buy this over the Legacy, the legacy is too boring for me. This isn't that exciting either, but it's better on the outside at least.
    Won't choose either over the Mazda 6 though. Just had to add that. Zoom Zoom!

    • @andrewclary872
      @andrewclary872 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I got this over the new 6 for really just one reason: interior room. The Mazda felt cramped. I live in the south, where there is no snow, so AWD is irrelevant to me. The 6's lighter curb weight makes up the difference in acceleration. Ford's Sony vs Mazda's Bose are equal, and while Ford has AA and CarPlay, I don't use them. Ford's trunk is bigger, but negligible. They're both rated for regular unleaded, but I can tell the Fusion really wants premium for its turbos. And with the discounts you can get for the Fusions now, the price is almost identical.
      Ford's red can't hold a candle to Mazda's though. To compensate, I got a blue one.

    • @Calleditaday
      @Calleditaday 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The 6's lighter weight does not make up for the acceleration vs the Fusion Sport. I took my Sport to ATCO dragway, and ran a 13.888 without power braking or even turning the traction control off. Just stomped on it when the light turned green. The Maxda 6 turbo can not run anything close to a 13.9.

    • @andrewkennedy9704
      @andrewkennedy9704 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Black v6 camry xse for me.

    • @thethespian5757
      @thethespian5757 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Idk. I'm just Mazda bias and I think it's justified. Mazda is sooo underrated because they're not as popular as some other brands.

    • @ryand.3858
      @ryand.3858 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Floyd Dellon I’m a Ford guy and would have the Fusion for what it’s worth. HOWEVER, I have nothing but respect for the Mazda brand and I agree that they’re underrated. Cars are such a personal thing that the looking solely at the numbers doesn’t always lead to satisfaction.
      If your argument is “I just like it” then who am I to say otherwise? Not everybody is looking for everybody else’s approval and that’s a good thing in my book.

  • @abepeterson
    @abepeterson 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yeah and northern USA for the block heater! We get 8-12 feet of snow in the winter where I live in the PNW

  • @chevyfordmeister38
    @chevyfordmeister38 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm getting a 2019 Ford Fusion once I start driving. I have always loved Ford's.

  • @twgood5882
    @twgood5882 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Dad car for Fathers' Day ? Coincidence. Do you have to pay to charge you coolant with those plug-in things? In summertime, do people slow-charge their electric cars from those winter outlets ?

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      People typically use them overnight plugged into outlets from their houses. It's just a regular plug, not like the electric car 240v+ ones

  • @BCJDM
    @BCJDM 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cancyou guys review the 2019 Kia Optima?

  • @billyhughes9776
    @billyhughes9776 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Real quad exhaust also on the Golf R. BEAUTIFUL! The Fusion definitely looks like one of the better Meh-Car you can buy, BUT,....the Ford oval only looks good on a truck.

  • @fusionvic
    @fusionvic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can turn off lane assist with the button on the turn signal stalk tip.

  • @davidfloyd9861
    @davidfloyd9861 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Fairly pleased with my 2018 Fusion S so far, no way I'd have spent 45K on one though.

    • @MandusahRamirez
      @MandusahRamirez 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s because you have the base model S.. it goes S, SE, Titanium, Sport & Platinum

    • @davidfloyd9861
      @davidfloyd9861 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MandusahRamirez yeah i know. It had one option, the s package which added fog lights, rear spoiler, different wheels and front floor mats.

  • @MisterMuslim000
    @MisterMuslim000 6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It’s the beginning of the summer where I live

    • @kellingtonlink956
      @kellingtonlink956 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      By default. It’s the the first day of summer. Everywhere. It’s even written on calendars...

  • @x7wolverines7x
    @x7wolverines7x 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lane keeping assists button is on the end of the turn signal lever

  • @Michael-ur5qb
    @Michael-ur5qb 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have always like the Fusion. I thought the styling was really good and this one had so much potential. It could have been very aggressive for a sedan. I wish Ford didn't give up on this and focus. The focus really needed a standard auto and that's it. I can see where Ford is going and I don't think it's necessarily bad but idk lately their new vehicles like the ranger and ecosport are just refreshed to me. They should have been a complete redesign.

  • @JacobFrey
    @JacobFrey 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Golf on Gameboy was awesome! Also, Tail Gater was so fun!

  • @BigCool95
    @BigCool95 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just dont understand why ford isnt making cars anymore. Most of the cars i see on the road today are fusions, focus’, fiestas, and taurus’. I have no clue how ford could not be selling enough of these to warrant stopping production.

    • @aminbahri1519
      @aminbahri1519 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dominic Mariani I saw a lot of them in England but not in NA

  • @connormcnicol-day1533
    @connormcnicol-day1533 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the reviews! I live in Scotland so it's kinda sad that we're not allowed this car in the UK market. Also, we badge the Ford Fusion as the Mondeo over here on our shores. Kinda sad that Ford won't be producing the Fusion / Mondeo anymore.

  • @aaron5222
    @aaron5222 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    The part about self parking cars is spot on

  • @Sapotech
    @Sapotech 6 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Good review, but Since you guys talk about how fast the car was the whole review, you should have shown us. I would understand it if the car was new and the engine had not been broken in, but simply saying that y’all were not in the mood to “send it” is not professional.

    • @YuriTereshyn
      @YuriTereshyn 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      RubberBubbleWrap Patreon.com/renting a drag strip

  • @farnsworth3000
    @farnsworth3000 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Yo @TheStraightPipes do you guys make more money with Patreon or TH-cam Sponsor?

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Patreon right now and Patreon has better perks but youtube has the badge

  • @bigslicksly9874
    @bigslicksly9874 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn i like you videos. Keep up the good work guys. Its nice to have a great car channel made in Canada! Don't realy care about the Fusion...still had to see it!!
    True that the block heater is nice for cold places, but for our harsh Quebec winters, i take the Legacy.

  • @faizanhashmi5649
    @faizanhashmi5649 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now 2020 is also coming in the market. And i have the 245hp one. Such a beast

  • @geigerzoola6642
    @geigerzoola6642 6 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Rip Fusion

    • @Kyle22030
      @Kyle22030 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nobody will miss it...

    • @kjk4795
      @kjk4795 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      kyle shult i will

    • @jeffanderson7256
      @jeffanderson7256 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rest in piss fusion my 14 was the worst car I’ve ever had in my life

    • @WiscoMTB37
      @WiscoMTB37 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jeffanderson7256 ya probably had the shitter 1.6t. The 2.0t is way better

    • @jeffanderson7256
      @jeffanderson7256 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      battlehardened37 no it was 2.5 the engine wasent the problem it was all electrical i would think it was a dud but car complaints.com says alot of ppl had the same problems

  • @JoshuaAOliver
    @JoshuaAOliver 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You guys deserve wayyyy more subscribers. Amazing reviews!

    • @liberty0758
      @liberty0758 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They're just presenters, not reviewers. Big difference.

    • @TheStraightPipes
      @TheStraightPipes  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What's the difference

    • @captainfantastic5
      @captainfantastic5 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Boris Boca They go over the entire car and tell us what they like and don't like. How is that not a review? Lol

    • @JoshuaAOliver
      @JoshuaAOliver 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Semantics aside, their content is fantastic. Better camera work and editing than a lot of these huge channels.

  • @kawasakiwhiptwo5821
    @kawasakiwhiptwo5821 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jacob and Yuri drive/ review 5- 6- 700 hp. vehicles. So I wouldn't put much validity in their "dad car" description. 325 hp. is nothing to sneeze at. And they also say it handles and rides well. Plus AWD.
    I'm definitely looking into one...before they're all gone. 😥

  • @Arnerse
    @Arnerse 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’d take this fusion for sure