The design of the Ford Fusion was inspired by the Ford
427 concept, a runaway hit with recent auto show crowds.
Ford Fusion takes several design cues from the 427,
especially its bold three-bar grille and multi-element projector-beam headlamps.
The concept car also inspired Fusion's optional charcoal-black leather interior
with contrasting oatmeal-colored seat stitching.
The new Fusion takes a central position between the award-winning Focus and the
flagship Five Hundred sedan. As J Mays, group vice president, Design and chief
creative officer, puts it, "Even standing still, the Fusion looks like it's
ready to burst out of the blocks. The strong, muscular three-bar chrome grille
sets the tone for a bold new look that will change the mid-size sedan segment."
Roomy Interior
Inside, Fusion challenges the class leaders in roominess, including front
shoulder room, rear seat legroom and trunk space.
A choice of three distinct interior themes allows customers to personalize their
driving environment.
On all models, a variety of high-end features are available, including
tilt-and-telescope steering wheel, heated front seats and a six-disc in-dash CD
player that also reads MP3-encoded audio discs. ...Ford Fusion V6: Page 2
