Ford Fusion dimensions

The well-rounded 2012 Ford Fusion is one of our top picks for a midsize family sedan. Ford Fusion Hybrid offers the following pros: Roomy interior; engaging handling; convenient ride; abundant innovative features; good fuel efficiency from Hybrid model; available all-wheel drive. Ford Fusion Hybrid drawbacks are: So-so performance and fuel efficiency from midgrade V6; button-heavy stereo and conditionings; Hybrid's price tag luxury.

The 2012 Ford Fusion is a five-passenger midsize sedan available in S, SE, SEL and Sport and Hybrid versions.

The base Ford Fusion S comes traditional with 16-inch alloy wheels, integrated blind-spot mirrors, keyless entry, air-conditioning, full performance accessories, cruise control, a four-way manual driver bench, a tilt-and-telescoping helm, a 60/40 split-folding back bench, a trip computer and a four-speaker audio system with a CD player and an optional stereo slot.

Stepping up to the Ford Fusion SE gets you 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlamps, foglamps, an eight-way performance driver bench (with manual lumbar adjustment) and a six-speaker stereo system with helm controls and radio. Auxillary is Ford's Sync system, which enables you to control Bluetooth phones, Ipods and other media players via voice commands and the car's controls. The Sun & Sync suite bundles Sync with a sunroof and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

The Ford Fusion SEL adds to the Se's traditional equipment various 17-inch wheels, a safety code keyless entry pad, heated mirrors, automatic dual-zone conditioning, power-adjustable driver bench lumbar, a four-way performance passenger bench, heated front seatings, leather upholstery, ambient dashboard lighting and Sync. The Luxury suite adds original wheels, extra chrome look trim, updated leather upholstery, contrasting stitching, original dashboard trim and aluminum sport pedals.

The Ford Fusion Hybrid is equipped similarly to the SEL, with the main differences being that the Hybrid has a specialized gauge cluster and leather seats as an feature.

The Ford Fusion Sport reverts rear to the Se's traditional equipment but gains a sport-tuned suspension, sport-tuned steering, 18-inch wheels, the top-of-the-line V6 motor, original look and dashboard trim, a deck-lid spoiler, a leather-wrapped helm and shifter, power-adjustable driver lumbar, Sync and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The Convenience suite adds most of the Sel's extra luxury and comfort features.

The Monochrome Look suite available on the SE and SEL contains a sport-tuned suspension, a body-colored grille, a back spoiler, original dashboard trim and special cloth upholstery. You can also get this suite with the regular chrome grille.

There are several features available on both the SEL and Sport. The Moon & Tune suite adds a sunroof and a 12-speaker Sony surround-sound stereo system. The Driver's Vision suite adds a blind-spot warning system, a rearview camera and automatic wipers. A navigator is auxillary and contains HD radio, digital audio cargo and Sirius Travel Link (real-time traffic, weather and other information). Back parking sensors are also available. .