“It is a practical vehicle with expected hybrid mpg, having good leg room, especially considering space for car seats.”
2017 Ford Fusion: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2017 Ford Fusion receives a substantial mid-cycle refresh, led by updated styling and a redesigned center console with a rotary gear selector. Ford also expands the lineup with luxury-focused Platinum models and the new V6-powered Fusion Sport.
About the 2017 Ford Fusion
2nd generation (2013-2020), mid-cycle refresh year
Ford positions the 2017 Fusion as a stylish midsize sedan with more personality and powertrain choice than most family-car rivals. Its appeal is not just basic transportation: the Fusion offers gas, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid versions, available AWD, a quiet cabin, and a more upscale look than many mainstream sedans. The core pitch is that buyers can get family-sedan practicality without giving up design, comfort, or technology.
The 2017 Fusion ranges from straightforward S and well-equipped SE sedans to upscale Titanium and Platinum models, with hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions serving efficiency-focused shoppers. The standout is the new Sport, which combines a 2.7-liter turbocharged V6 with standard AWD and an adjustable suspension, while Platinum models add premium leather, heated and cooled front seats, and more driver-assistance technology.
What changed, by category
Styling
Ford updated the Fusion’s front and rear styling across the gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid lineups. The new Sport adds its own black mesh grille and four exhaust outlets.
Powertrain
The new Fusion Sport brings a 2.7-liter turbocharged V6, standard AWD, and an adjustable suspension with pothole detection. On SE models, the 1.5-liter turbo replaces the previous 1.6-liter turbo in equipped cars. Hybrids receive updated software tuning, while the plug-in hybrid’s EPA electric range increases to 21 miles.
Tech
A redesigned center console introduces a rotary gear selector, and push-button start becomes standard across the lineup. SYNC 3 with an 8-inch touchscreen becomes standard on the plug-in hybrid trims and Titanium, while the new Platinum models add a broader set of comfort, parking, and driver-assistance features.
2017 Ford Fusion specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, 1.5T / 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, 2.0T / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, TT, 2.7L | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, TT, 2.0L / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, 2.0T / 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd SelectShift / Automatic, eCVT | Auto, 6-Spd SelectShift / Automatic, eCVT | Auto, 6-Spd SelectShift | Auto, 6-Spd SelectShift / Automatic, eCVT | Auto, 6-Spd SelectShift / Automatic, eCVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Hybrid | Gas / Hybrid | Gas | Gas / Hybrid | Gas / Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid |
| MPG City | 21–43 mpg | 21–43 mpg | 17 mpg | 21–43 mpg | 21–43 mpg | |||
| MPG Highway | 32–41 mpg | 31–41 mpg | 26 mpg | 31–41 mpg | 31–41 mpg | |||
| Horsepower | 175–188 hp | 175–240 hp | 325 hp | 188–240 hp | 188–240 hp | 188 hp | 188 hp | 188 hp |
| Torque | 129–175 lb-ft | 129–270 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft | 129–270 lb-ft | 129–270 lb-ft | 129 lb-ft | 129 lb-ft | 129 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 2000 lb | 1000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | |||
| Trunk/Cargo | 12–16 cu-ft | 12–16 cu-ft | 16 cu-ft | 12–16 cu-ft | 12–16 cu-ft | 8.2 cu-ft | 8.2 cu-ft | 8.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in | 38.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| MPGe Combined | 97 | 97 | 97 | |||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||||
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| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||||
| Driver Attention Assist Monitor | ||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||||
| LCD Instrument Cluster | ||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | ||||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Ford Fusion a full redesign?
No. The 2017 Ford Fusion is a mid-cycle update of the second-generation car, not a full redesign. It keeps the same basic platform but receives revised front and rear styling, a redesigned center console, a rotary gear selector, and updated technology.
Which Ford Fusion trims were new for 2017?
The Platinum, Plug-In Hybrid Platinum, and Sport trims were new for 2017. Platinum models emphasize luxury and driver-assistance features, while the Sport is the performance model with a turbocharged V6 and standard AWD.
What is different about the 2017 Ford Fusion Sport?
The 2017 Fusion Sport is the new performance version. It has a 2.7-liter turbocharged V6, standard AWD, an adjustable suspension with pothole detection, sport seats, a black mesh grille, and four exhaust outlets.
How did the 2017 Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid change?
The 2017 Fusion Energi gains refreshed styling, a rotary shifter, SYNC 3, standard LED exterior lighting, and an EPA-rated electric range of 21 miles. A new Platinum trim also brings a more luxurious cabin and additional driver-assistance features to the plug-in lineup.
Is the 2017 Ford Fusion meaningfully different from the 2016 model?
Yes. The 2017 Fusion is meaningfully updated with revised styling, a redesigned center console, a rotary shifter, more standard technology, and three new trims. It remains part of the same generation, so the change is a refresh rather than an all-new car.
2017 Ford Fusion Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Ford Fusion.
4.2
2017 Ford Fusion
(1,081 reviews)
“I love my Ford Fusion Energi! It feels nice driving it and has all the features I wanted at a great price plus it looks beautiful and sleek and has an amazing sound system. So far it has also been so much fun driving it!”
“As a second vehicle, the Fusion Energi is a fine choice. Good interior room, drives well, and the fuel economy is excellent, particularly if you use it for short commutes and it runs as an EV. The trunk is very small, so is not suitable as the primary vehicle for a family, but probably fine for a single person or couple.”