Ford Fusion News: New photos courtesy of Family Car

Vintalage · 12-09-2004, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Due to an embargo agreement with Ford, we’re not yet allowed to tell you about Ford’s next midsizer, the Fusion. But that deal doesn’t apply to AutoWeek reader Richard Smith of Chicago who snagged this nice shot of the 2006 model.

- Autoweek

ArcticGT · 12-09-2004, 10:28 AM

Thats better than the Ford Five Hundred, by ten fold.

blckgrndam99 · 12-09-2004, 11:28 AM

is it just me or does that look exactly like a caddy CTS?

intrepidfox37 · 12-09-2004, 11:42 AM

It looks better than the UK version-

fo44rd · 12-09-2004, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArcticGT

Thats better than the Ford Five Hundred, by ten fold.

It will share the same engine too, so it should be quick enough to shut up those who scream about how slow the 500 is.

Ant · 12-09-2004, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fo44rd

It will share the same engine too, so it should be quick enough to shut up those who scream about how slow the 500 is.

if it shares the same engine, that's not saying much....the 500 is a dog.

Mike3800 · 12-09-2004, 03:38 PM

That is nasty looking. No thanks!

02andahalfgt · 12-09-2004, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blckgrndam99

is it just me or does that look exactly like a caddy CTS?

Very rounded, but yeah it does. Especially those headlights.

95-GT · 12-10-2004, 06:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike3800

That is nasty looking. No thanks!

I bet if it was badged a Toyote or Honda you would love it. And call it the next big seller.

iceman · 12-10-2004, 06:28 AM

and I bet if it was badged a Toyota or Honda, you would hate it.

Looks ehhhh to me.. Headlights look cool almost like a CTS?

95-GT · 12-10-2004, 06:53 AM

Its....ok. And Seth, its not the design the companies make, its the company itself.

Have I ever once said I hated the design of ANY of their cars? Nope, just the company itself. Not all the designs are bad, because quite a few resemble domestic cars.

But I love the CTS, and it looks like a CTS. But like I said, its ok in my book. Lower it and I think it will look better. But as you know once again Seth, lowering cars in Michigan roads = bad things.

Btw, you coming out again this year for NAIAS?

ZakkWylde470 · 12-10-2004, 07:10 AM

Headlights look more like they came off of a last-gen Prelude, but are tipped up instead of laying back towards the cowl.

2003GaGt1 · 12-10-2004, 07:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iceman

and I bet if it was badged a Toyota or Honda, you would hate it.

Or vice versa

hotgt · 12-10-2004, 10:57 PM

i think it looks sweet!

Sleepwalkr · 12-10-2004, 11:38 PM

CTS is better looking IMHO. However, this is a pretty nice step for Ford.

Mike3800 · 12-11-2004, 08:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 95-GT

I bet if it was badged a Toyote or Honda you would love it. And call it the next big seller.

Yeah... exactly why I just bought a Chevrolet Cavalier, I speak of Hondas and Toyota's so highly.

No bud, you got it wrong. For the reason that it weights 9000lbs and has 12HP and -16Ft.Lbs of torque and has a "Ford" badge... that's why I don't like it.

If it had a "Honda" or "Toyota" badge, I would be pretty surprised since it looks nothing like the quick, good performing, reliable and functional yet very boring cars Toyota and Honda make.

Stop confusing me with the domestic car haters on this site, get it right, I am a FORD hater (but would give credit where credit is due, and in this case they took 12 steps behind the Taurus... even in looks!!).

95-GT · 12-11-2004, 10:04 AM

So I guess you hate the CTS then. And ya, Honda makes the greatest looking cars and they arent bland at all.

Wake up smart guy, they do have bland cars. WTF iS the Element? ****ing ugly. CRV is nothing special. The Insight? Shoot every driver of those. The Pilot looks too tall and short IMO.

And why do you hate Ford? Whats the real reason? Wish you had one but cant come to buy one?

fo44rd · 12-11-2004, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ant

if it shares the same engine, that's not saying much....the 500 is a dog.

It will be at least 500 pounds lighter. In this age of 300 horsepower being nothing many of us have forgotten the basic principles of power vs. weight. The 500 does 0 to 60 in the low 8 second range....our loved GAGT's do it in 7.7 so whats the big deal. The Fushion will beat a stock GAGT in your beloved drag race, with ease.

fo44rd · 12-11-2004, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 95-GT

So I guess you hate the CTS then. And ya, Honda makes the greatest looking cars and they arent bland at all.

Wake up smart guy, they do have bland cars. WTF iS the Element? ****ing ugly. CRV is nothing special. The Insight? Shoot every driver of those. The Pilot looks too tall and short IMO.

And why do you hate Ford? Whats the real reason? Wish you had one but cant come to buy one?

These people are like alcholics and I am a recovering one. I use to think that way. I use to hate Ford. The main reason I hated them was beacause I wanted one but couldn't come to terms with buying one. Not anymore. The small, narrow minded pot shots dealt in hear are done by people in denial.

fo44rd · 12-11-2004, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike3800

Yeah... I am a FORD hater (but would give credit where credit is due, and in this case they took 12 steps behind the Taurus... even in looks!!).

At least Ford didn't have to stoop so low at to buy engines from HONDA to compete! (Saturn VUE)

12-09-2004, 10:28 AM	#2
ArcticGT 6-Speeds of Fun AKA: Ryan Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Livonia, MI Age: 40 Posts: 631 Vehicle: '04 RSX Type S A-Spec	Thats better than the Ford Five Hundred, by ten fold. __________________ '04 Acura RSX Type S A-Spec

12-09-2004, 11:42 AM	#4
intrepidfox37 Up and Comin' Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Richton Park, IL Age: 32 Posts: 6 Vehicle: none...yet	It looks better than the UK version- Attached Thumbnails __________________ Listen to that economical growl...

12-09-2004, 03:38 PM	#7
Mike3800 GAGT - Junkie AKA: Michael Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Northglenn, CO USA Age: 49 Posts: 3,394 Vehicle: 2015 Chrysler 200S AWD	That is nasty looking. No thanks! __________________ -Mike

12-10-2004, 06:28 AM	#10
iceman woop woop AKA: Seth Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Age: 41 Posts: 10,528 Vehicle: 97 Blazer - 84 Fiero	and I bet if it was badged a Toyota or Honda, you would hate it. Looks ehhhh to me.. Headlights look cool almost like a CTS? __________________ --Seth Support GrandAmGT.com sponsors! My Picture Gallery \| GoneDragRacing.com Drag Racing Photos & Videos

12-10-2004, 07:10 AM	#12
ZakkWylde470 Tae Kwon Flow Master AKA: Marty Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Wherever I May Roam Age: 37 Posts: 613 Vehicle: '99 Ram 1500 Sport 4x4	Headlights look more like they came off of a last-gen Prelude, but are tipped up instead of laying back towards the cowl. __________________ "A free people ought not only to be armed and disciplined, but they should have sufficient arms and ammunition to maintain a status of independence from any who might attempt to abuse them, which would include their own government."

12-09-2004, 11:28 AM	#3
blckgrndam99 I wish i had rims AKA: Eric Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Clinton Twp. Michigan Age: 33 Posts: 221 Vehicle: 2002 GAGT 4dr.	is it just me or does that look exactly like a caddy CTS?

12-10-2004, 06:53 AM	#11
95-GT Slow 5.0 AKA: David Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: St. Heights, MI Age: 36 Posts: 2,365 Vehicle: 89 5.0 Mustang LX	Its....ok. And Seth, its not the design the companies make, its the company itself. Have I ever once said I hated the design of ANY of their cars? Nope, just the company itself. Not all the designs are bad, because quite a few resemble domestic cars. But I love the CTS, and it looks like a CTS. But like I said, its ok in my book. Lower it and I think it will look better. But as you know once again Seth, lowering cars in Michigan roads = bad things. Btw, you coming out again this year for NAIAS?

12-10-2004, 10:57 PM	#14
hotgt Someone loan me $15! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Mansfield, Ohio Age: 37 Posts: 840 Vehicle: 2006 Silver G6	i think it looks sweet! __________________ JeFF *Don't argue with stupid people...they will only bring you down to their level and beat you with experience...* My NEW car: 2006 Silver Pontiac G6!!!

12-10-2004, 11:38 PM	#15
Sleepwalkr misunderstood AKA: Jason Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Peyton, CO Posts: 1,244 Vehicle: 2000 GT Coupe	CTS is better looking IMHO. However, this is a pretty nice step for Ford. __________________

12-11-2004, 10:04 AM	#17
95-GT Slow 5.0 AKA: David Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: St. Heights, MI Age: 36 Posts: 2,365 Vehicle: 89 5.0 Mustang LX	So I guess you hate the CTS then. And ya, Honda makes the greatest looking cars and they arent bland at all. Wake up smart guy, they do have bland cars. WTF iS the Element? ***ing ugly. CRV is nothing special. The Insight? Shoot every driver of those. The Pilot looks too tall and short IMO. And why do you hate Ford? Whats the real reason? Wish you had one but cant come to buy one? Last edited by 95-GT; 12-11-2004 at 10:06 AM.*

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode