2011 Ford Fusion: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The 2011 Ford Fusion is mostly a carryover after the major 2010 update. Its main change is that integrated blind-spot mirrors and Ford's MyKey driver-setting system are standard across the lineup.
About the 2011 Ford Fusion
1st generation (2006-2012), second year after the major 2010 refresh and one year before the all-new 2013 redesign.
Ford positioned the 2011 Fusion as a midsize sedan that balanced performance, comfort, fuel efficiency, and technology better than a typical family car. The brochure leans hard on choice: efficient four-cylinder models, available V6 power, available AWD, the dedicated Hybrid, and the more aggressive Sport. For most buyers, the Fusion's identity was roomy everyday usefulness with sharper handling and more available tech than many mainstream rivals.
The 2011 Fusion lineup ranges from the straightforward four-cylinder S and better-equipped SE to the leather-trimmed, heated-seat SEL. The Sport has a 263-hp V6 and firmer suspension tuning, while the Hybrid pairs its gas engine and electric motor with efficiency displays and regenerative braking.
What changed, by category
2011 Ford Fusion specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.0 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive / Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas / Flexible Fuel | Gas | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 23 mpg | 20–23 mpg | 20–23 mpg | 17 mpg | 41 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg | 28–33 mpg | 28–33 mpg | 24 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 175–240 hp | 175–240 hp | 263 hp | 191 hp |
| Torque | 172 lb-ft | 172–228 lb-ft | 172–228 lb-ft | 249 lb-ft | 136 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 16.5 cu-ft | 16.5 cu-ft | 16.5 cu-ft | 16.5 cu-ft | 11.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.1 in | 37.1 in | 37.1 in | 37.1 in | 36.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||||
| Automatic Headlights | |||||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Built-In Hard Drive | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2011 Ford Fusion compared with the 2010 model?
The 2011 Ford Fusion gained standard integrated blind-spot mirrors and Ford's MyKey driver-setting system across the lineup. Otherwise, it largely carried over from 2010.
Was the 2011 Ford Fusion redesigned?
No, the 2011 Ford Fusion was not redesigned. It was the second model year after the major 2010 refresh, with only small equipment updates.
Did the 2011 Ford Fusion get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2011 Ford Fusion had no lineup-wide engine or transmission change. The four-cylinder, V6 Sport, and Hybrid versions continued.
Is the 2011 Ford Fusion meaningfully different from the 2010 model?
No, the difference is modest. The 2011 model's main advantage is that integrated blind-spot mirrors and MyKey are standard across all trims; the rest of the car is largely unchanged.
What are the standout 2011 Ford Fusion trims?
The 2011 Sport is the performance-focused trim with a 263-hp V6 and firmer suspension, while the Hybrid emphasizes lower fuel use and hybrid-specific efficiency displays. The SEL is the comfort-focused version with leather, heated front seats, and dual-zone climate control.