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2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion

The 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion is a midsize car, rated at 27 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

Combined MPG
27
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$24,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeAffordable Aluminum
ModelFusion
Model year2019
Vehicle classMidsize Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement1.5 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG23
Highway MPG34
Combined MPG27
CO₂ tailpipe327 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2300

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Fusion AWD23 MPG combined
Fusion AWD20 MPG combined
Fusion Energi Plug-in Hybrid42 MPG combined
Fusion FWD27 MPG combined
Fusion FWD25 MPG combined
Fusion FWD25 MPG combined
Fusion Hybrid FWD42 MPG combined
Fusion Hybrid Taxi41 MPG combined
Fusion Special Service Vehicle PHEV42 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City23 MPG
Highway34 MPG
Combined27 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Fusion27 MPG
Class average36.9 MPG

About 27% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$423/mo
Amount financed
$21,600
Total interest
$3,758
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5-year fuel cost
$7,444

$1,489/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG27
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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (3)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM)23V440000 · 2023-06-23

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Fusion PHEV vehicles. The battery energy control module (BECM) may become damaged due to excessive voltage and current flow.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the battery and update the BECM software for free, or Ford will repurchase the vehicle. If your vehicle is currently operating normally, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the fuse block and a software update as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be free of charge (parts and labor). As an alternative remedy, Ford is offering a vehicle refund. Please see Ford's owner notification letter or contact Ford for full details. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S33.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V442000 · 2025-06-27

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER25V685000 · 2025-10-10

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion?

The 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion is EPA-rated at 27 MPG combined (23 city / 34 highway).

Is the 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion reliable?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion?

The 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion costs roughly $1,489 per year to fuel, or about $7,444 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion?

The 2019 Affordable Aluminum Fusion is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC