Ford Fusion Hybrid does 1,445 miles on a tank - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

detroiter · 05-18-2009, 02:07 AM

I live in Detroit and trust me, I see more then enough of domestic vehicles...released ones and non-released "M" plated vehicles. I can honest to god say that I've not had any interest much in any of the 3's vehicles BUT, Ford really is catching my eye. The Fusion really is a nice car style and performance wise. It Definately is not the same Ford most everyone has known for the past years. I'm really excited to see the new Ford Festiva as well.

I get alot of factory and uaw workers coming in to my work every day and it's nice to always get to hear "inside" information about things from all 3 of the manufacturers. One of them was telling me the 2010 models for Fords look really sleek and sexy as compared to the past models because I guess supposebly they brought onboard Mazda designers to help come up with the new looks. It obviously shows because it sure isn't the "same ol, same ol" as before, the new models actually look sporty and fresh.

ka0sx · 05-18-2009, 02:11 AM

look at the numbers
they seem to be fudged and not real world numbers, on top of that its a 17 gallon tank.

these are not real world numbers

Kal-El · 05-18-2009, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ka0sx

look at the numbers
they seem to be fudged and not real world numbers, on top of that its a 17 gallon tank.

these are not real world numbers

What gave you that idea?

Did you read the article? Of course it's not real world. 69 hours straight averaging 25-45 mph using hypermile techniques isn't your daily commute.

The whole idea was to stretch it as far as possible. Point is, is that it's still a remarkable feat and shows what's possible.

thebarber · 05-18-2009, 08:53 AM

good for ford! im diggin the gen2 fusions

captainm27 · 08-05-2009, 03:37 PM

Ford is actually doing pretty good nowadays. I like how they didn't take the government loan. When the fiesta comes out, they'll have a complete lineup. Though I'm still sticking with my Yaris, as there is no other non-hybrid out there that has the space and mpg.

2bad4u · 08-05-2009, 04:21 PM

Found On Road Dead don't want one I have a 99 Camry in S. Fl 155,000mls only repair drive's side door handle, car still going great drive it when I am in country. Here in Ja. I have a 06 Honda CRV, 06 Toyota Vitz RS and a 08 Suzuki Swift. JDM only

captainm27 · 08-05-2009, 08:14 PM

I'll be the first to admit that Ford's track record stinks. I myself have been the owner of a taurus, and let's just say that the only thing less reliable than a taurus's transmission is Obama's stimulus package. Anyway, recently though, they've uped the ante, like Hyunduai has done with thier recent models.

Well, if things keep up, maybe we'll get more fuel efficient yaris's down the road from toyota.

Zaphod · 08-05-2009, 09:43 PM

Real world numbers or not, I like a car that can reward you for driving smart.

Think about it, the Yaris is supposed to be 29/36 right? I remember being told that the car adjusts itself to the driver, so I could see 31/38.

Little did I know that those were not real world numbers either as I'm now averaging 43mpg a freaking tank with 30/70 city/highway driving and it ain't even broken in yet!

With the Festiva and the Fusion, Ford is really starting to head in the right direction and they really should be commended for it.

I really do like the styling on both of them as well.

05-18-2009, 08:53 AM	#4
thebarber daily driver View User's Garage Drives: the #wrecho Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 5,877	good for ford! im diggin the gen2 fusions __________________

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05-18-2009, 02:07 AM	#1
detroiter Drives: 2008 Polar White LB Auto Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 1,238	I live in Detroit and trust me, I see more then enough of domestic vehicles...released ones and non-released "M" plated vehicles. I can honest to god say that I've not had any interest much in any of the 3's vehicles BUT, Ford really is catching my eye. The Fusion really is a nice car style and performance wise. It Definately is not the same Ford most everyone has known for the past years. I'm really excited to see the new Ford Festiva as well. I get alot of factory and uaw workers coming in to my work every day and it's nice to always get to hear "inside" information about things from all 3 of the manufacturers. One of them was telling me the 2010 models for Fords look really sleek and sexy as compared to the past models because I guess supposebly they brought onboard Mazda designers to help come up with the new looks. It obviously shows because it sure isn't the "same ol, same ol" as before, the new models actually look sporty and fresh.

05-18-2009, 02:11 AM	#2
ka0sx Drives: bone f*ing stock Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: CA east bay Posts: 234	look at the numbers they seem to be fudged and not real world numbers, on top of that its a 17 gallon tank. these are not real world numbers

08-05-2009, 03:37 PM	#5
captainm27 Drives: 2008 Sedan A/T Silver Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 202	Ford is actually doing pretty good nowadays. I like how they didn't take the government loan. When the fiesta comes out, they'll have a complete lineup. Though I'm still sticking with my Yaris, as there is no other non-hybrid out there that has the space and mpg.

08-05-2009, 04:21 PM	#6
2bad4u View User's Garage Drives: 06 Toyota Vitz RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Kingston, Jamaica W.I. Posts: 78	Found On Road Dead don't want one I have a 99 Camry in S. Fl 155,000mls only repair drive's side door handle, car still going great drive it when I am in country. Here in Ja. I have a 06 Honda CRV, 06 Toyota Vitz RS and a 08 Suzuki Swift. JDM only

08-05-2009, 08:14 PM	#7
captainm27 Drives: 2008 Sedan A/T Silver Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 202	I'll be the first to admit that Ford's track record stinks. I myself have been the owner of a taurus, and let's just say that the only thing less reliable than a taurus's transmission is Obama's stimulus package. Anyway, recently though, they've uped the ante, like Hyunduai has done with thier recent models. Well, if things keep up, maybe we'll get more fuel efficient yaris's down the road from toyota.

08-05-2009, 09:43 PM	#8
Zaphod Drives: Big Yellow Join Date: May 2009 Location: Somewhere in the vacinity of Betelgeuse Posts: 179	Real world numbers or not, I like a car that can reward you for driving smart. Think about it, the Yaris is supposed to be 29/36 right? I remember being told that the car adjusts itself to the driver, so I could see 31/38. Little did I know that those were not real world numbers either as I'm now averaging 43mpg a freaking tank with 30/70 city/highway driving and it ain't even broken in yet! With the Festiva and the Fusion, Ford is really starting to head in the right direction and they really should be commended for it. I really do like the styling on both of them as well.