I’ve been looking for a fusion with paddle shifters in Ohio. The car has nearly 100k miles, and I’m just not sure how reliable it will be. Is it a good idea to buy it?
Before making a decision, check for coolant intrusion issues. It’s a common problem with the ecoboost engines, especially the 1.5l and 1.6l versions.
No! Eco boost engines have too many problems. Go for the V-6 if you can.
Ramsey said:
No! Eco boost engines have too many problems. Go for the V-6 if you can.
I think they’re alright.
Ramsey said:
No! Eco boost engines have too many problems. Go for the V-6 if you can.
I think they’re alright.
I had an eco boost and honestly, it was a nightmare. The first year I had it, there was a coolant leak into the engine, and then the transmission broke twice. I keep it well-maintained, but it’s still a hassle. I love my car, but it’s been a lot of trouble.
@Ameliascarlet
That’s really unlucky. I’ve had over 30 ecoboost fusions with no issues. Most of them had over 100,000 miles, and we never had to fix that kind of problem.
If I could go back in time, I’d tell you to avoid the 1.5l ecoboost. The 2.0l is also not great unless it was made after May 2019. I’ve had a 2012 SE 2.5l fusion, and that car was almost perfect. I’m now driving a 2018 Titanium AWD, but I’m worried because of the coolant intrusion issue. I don’t have a warranty anymore, so every time I start the engine, I get nervous.
@Matilda
This is really helpful. I was considering a pre-2019 Titanium AWD.
You didn’t mention the year or trim level of the car.
Justice said:
You didn’t mention the year or trim level of the car.
It’s a 2018 SE.
Justice said:
You didn’t mention the year or trim level of the car.
It’s a 2018 SE.
With the 1.5T engine, this model is known for coolant intrusion. I’m not in the US, so I’m not sure about the price, but it seems good if it doesn’t have any issues.
@Justice
Make sure the coolant leak issue has been resolved. I think Ford addressed this with a recall for certain models, and it didn’t happen on the 2020 models.
Ava said:
@Justice
Make sure the coolant leak issue has been resolved. I think Ford addressed this with a recall for certain models, and it didn’t happen on the 2020 models.
Yes, the issue was resolved in 2019. But with a 2018 model, you’re taking a risk.
@Justice
From what I’ve read, the newer hybrid models and the 2.5l engine are the safest choices.
Justice said:
You didn’t mention the year or trim level of the car.
You can check the VIN to see if there are any recalls or fixes for the issue.
Justice said:
You didn’t mention the year or trim level of the car.
You can check the VIN to see if there are any recalls or fixes for the issue.
I don’t understand why I would need to check the VIN. Was that a suggestion to the original poster?
@Justice
Whoops, I thought you were the one asking about the car, my bad.
No, I don’t think it’s worth it. It’s subjective, but I wouldn’t go for it.
I have a 2015 SE 2.5L, and it’s been running great for the last 10k miles. It’s at around 101k miles now, and I’m really happy with it. It doesn’t have paddle shifters though, but I didn’t want the eco boost. I got mine for 11k after everything, which was a good deal.
It could be worth it, but only if the engine has been replaced with the updated version. You should also start with a transmission fluid change and keep up with regular maintenance.