The 2020 Ford Fusion still delivers great hybrid fuel economy and classic good looks, even though it's set to retire.
Pros Sharp styling after all these years Multiple powertrain options Efficient hybrid models Standard active safety tech Comfortable front seats
Cons No more Fusion Sport Due to be discontinued Snug rear seat Aged interior Lackluster non-hybrid mileage
The 2020 Ford Fusion comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed automatic. V6 Sport trim has been discontinued.Paddle shifters no longer available on 1.5-liter engine.
PROS Quiet interior with an easy-to-use control layout and quality materials Optional all-wheel drive for cold-weather climates Adept combination of sharp handling and a composed ride
CONS Standard tech interface is more frustrating to use than some rivals' systems Underwhelming acceleration from base engine Real-world fuel economy doesn't always match EPA estimates
The 2020 Ford Fusion ranked #7 in Midsize Cars. Currently the Ford Fusion has a score of 7.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 46 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Athletic handling with a smooth ride Available SYNC 3 infotainment system is user-friendly Large trunk Comfortable seats
Cons Standard SYNC interface fails to impress Fewer standard infotainment features than many rivals Subpar fuel economy
Lincoln has given the Nautilus a thorough interior redesign for 2021, bringing the mid-size SUV in line with the rest of the company's lineup. A new dashboard design incorporates a larger 13.2-inch infotainment display running the latest version of Ford's Sync 4 operating system. Lincoln's now-pervasive piano-key shifter replaces last year's push-button setup.
PROS Comfort-tuned suspension, nicely-outfitted cabin, large infotainment display.
CONS Top Black Label model's eye-watering price, lacks athleticism, not as fuel efficient as other similar SUVs.
Redesigned and upgraded dashboard.Sync 4 infotainment with larger 13.2-inch screen.Updated front styling.New interior and exterior color schemes for 2021.
PROS Quiet interior with plenty of legroom all around Comfortable seats with lots of adjustments Strong, smooth acceleration from the optional turbo V6 New easy-to-use infotainment system that's packed with features
CONS Compromised rear headroom if you select the panoramic sunroof Piano-key gear selector is an improvement but can still be annoying to use
The 2021 Lincoln Nautilus's #7 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Lincoln Nautilus has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 32 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
PROS Spacious, high-end interior Intuitive touch screen Many standard safety features Cushioned ride
CONS Ho-hum handling
