2020 Ford Fusion
2020 Ford Fusion — final U.S. catalog year.
Trim: SE 2.5L
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2020 Ford Fusion snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2020 Ford Fusion typically asks about $9,500 versus a $24,370 starting MSRP when new — roughly 39% retained. The 2020 Ford Fusion has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Equipment) and 176 owner complaints. Compare years below for recalls, year-over-year changes, and running-cost estimates before you buy.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$9,500
39% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$24,370
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
3
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
176
Top: Power Train
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2020 Fusion?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns and 176 owner complaints for the 2020 Ford Fusion. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Equipment
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…
Campaign 25V685000
Back Over Prevention
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,…
Campaign 25V442000
Electrical System
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.
Campaign 23V440000
Owner complaints
176 complaints · 10 crash-related · 3 fire-related · 5 injuries reported. Top components:
- Power Train63
- Electrical System27
- Engine20
- Unknown Or Other18
- Steering11
- Engine and Engine Cooling6
- Fuel/Propulsion System5
- Service Brakes5
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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Is the 2020 Ford Fusion a GOOD midsize car with a GREAT value?
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How much does a used 2020 Fusion cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $9,500 in typical used asking against a $24,370 starting MSRP — roughly 39% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $24,370
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $9,500
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 39% of MSRP
~$14,870 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2020 Fusion?
The 2020 Ford Fusion is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The U.S. Fusion ended after 2020. This page covers the final model year. The 2020 Ford Fusion was the final model year covered in this catalog. The Ford Fusion is a mid-size car that was manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company. From the 2006 through 2020 model years, two generations of the Fusion have been produced in gasoline, gas/electric hybrid, and gas/plug-in electric hybrid variants. The Fusion was manufactured at Ford's Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly plant in Sonora, Mexico, alongside the Lincoln MKZ, and formerly the Mercury Milan, both of which share its CD3 platform.
- 3 NHTSA recalls
- Final U.S. catalog year
- Midsize sedan
- Hybrid and Energi variants offered
- About 191.7 × 72.8 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
Final U.S. model year.
How does the 2020 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 175 hp. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
175 hp
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.5L i-VCT I4
- Transmission
- 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 191.7 in
- Width
- 72.8 in
- Height
- 58.3 in
- Wheelbase
- 112.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3472.3 lb
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | SE 2.5L | 1.5L EcoBoost |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 181 hp |
| Engine | 2.5L i-VCT I4 | 1.5L EcoBoost Turbo I4 |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD / AWD |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 175 | — | — | — | FWD | |
| 181 | — | — | — | FWD / AWD | |
| 245 | — | — | — | FWD / AWD |