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Owners praise the 2020 Fusion's 1.5L EcoBoost engine paired with the 6-speed SelectShift transmission for smooth highway cruising and real-world 28–32 mpg on regular fuel. The SEL and Titanium trims pack Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard, which buyers rave about on long commutes. Cabin is quiet enough that you can hear the turn signal click.
The 10-speed automatic transmission (available on higher trims) has documented hesitation and shudder between 40–60 mph in early 2020 builds; Ford issued a software update but some owners still report the issue around 30k–50k miles. Door latch failures appear in NHTSA complaints starting around 60k miles, leaving drivers locked in or unable to close doors cleanly. Sunroof drains clog frequently after 80k miles, leading to water pooling in the headliner.
Under 80k miles: $14,500–$17,800. 80k–130k miles: $11,200–$14,200. Over 130k miles: $8,500–$11,500. SEL trims command $1,000–$2,000 more than base S; accident history and transmission type (6-speed vs. 10-speed) create the widest spread within each mileage band.
Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.
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