Ford Fusion (Mondeo) 2.7 EcoBoost V6

[chevypower]

What do you all think? Suitable global replacement for the Falcon XR6 or not? 242kW / 475 Nm, AWD.

https://www.cars.com/articles/2017-f...1420683089743/

[FPV GTHO]

I think it's in a bit of no man's land. It's got 100hp over the next engine in the line-up but it probably only needed to be around 300hp with how much torque the turbo can deliver. XR6T sat at 270kw for the past 8 years almost although Fusion assumably has a weight advantage as well as AWD but I think 240kW is still a bit short of where an ST level car needs to be.

[chevypower]

I think this one will just be labeled 'Sport.' Could mean a higher output 'ST' later on?

[MethodX]

Looks good, bring it.
Might as well pension off the Mondeo name and go with Fusion.

[mik]

As a global replacement it will probably do alright, as long as its not priced out of this world , XR6 replacement ? maybe not.

[Wretched]

Seems a bit weak in my opinion (on paper).
V6TT and only 240kw. Are they wanting a ST or just a mild sports version?
I feel they could have used the RS/Mustang 4 cylinder engine instead and called it a ST.
Not sure about the styling either, I am hoping it is the US version only.
It looks too, American.

[FPV GTHO]

2.3 turbo might yet slot in to fill that 100hp gap. I guess it all relies on how well it's received. If the Americans don't take to it, there's little chance the Europeans would take to an equivalent Mondeo.

[vztrt]

Originally Posted by FPV GTHO

I think it's in a bit of no man's land. It's got 100hp over the next engine in the line-up but it probably only needed to be around 300hp with how much torque the turbo can deliver. XR6T sat at 270kw for the past 8 years almost although Fusion assumably has a weight advantage as well as AWD but I think 240kW is still a bit short of where an ST level car needs to be.

It also required 4L to be at 270. This thing won't be slow.

[csv8]

"New for 2017 in the Fusion, the twin-turbo V-6 was first seen in the Ford Edge Sport. It makes a hefty 325 horsepower and 350 pounds-feet of torque, significantly more than the most powerful 3.5-liter V-6 engines in the Camry or Accord. The new Fusion Sport features standard all-wheel drive, a six-speed automatic transmission, larger brakes, an electronically adjustable sport suspension and 19-inch wheels." from :
https://www.cars.com/articles/2017-f...1420683089743/ If it comes here , hopefully around $50-$55k....

[madmelon]

...and will weigh about 1750kg. Not exactly 'mid size' car weight there...

[vztrt]

Originally Posted by madmelon

...and will weigh about 1750kg. Not exactly 'mid size' car weight there...

Its the almost the same size as a Falcon and just as good interior space and larger boot, with the weight and power of a BF Turbo. But it will have a fancy AWD system.

The question is will they bring it to Oz.

[FPV GTHO]

Originally Posted by madmelon

...and will weigh about 1750kg. Not exactly 'mid size' car weight there...

Well Focus ST weighs almost 1500kg so it's all relative

[rst2000]

referred to in this thread as unlikely to happen :

http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthread.php?t=11440593

[Falcojimmy]

Has the current AWD platform been produced in right hand drive? I thought it was only the American market that got the AWD and hybrid models?

EDIT*
Answered my own question - the UK got them late last year

[Rastas]

This engine in a Ranger would be nice!

[DFB FGXR6]

Originally Posted by Rastas

This engine in a Ranger would be nice!

When you consider how many people have no problem spending $60,000 + on a Wildtrac, I think there is a untapped market for Ford for a higher trim level with some added performance and luxury features.

[naddis01]

Originally Posted by Rastas

This engine in a Ranger would be nice!

I would have thought the 5.0 V8 would be of more interest to the Aussie ute buyer. Especially after next year.

[SumoDog68]

V6 turbo is most likely for US market only - we will get a turbo 4 Mondeo.