The 2016 Ford Fusion SE typically used a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine as standard, with optional EcoBoost turbocharged engines (1.5-liter or 2.0-liter) available on select configurations.
Engine options for the 2016 Fusion SE
The Fusion SE could be equipped with one of three primary engines depending on the build, market, and options package.
- 2.5-liter naturally aspirated inline-4 engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission, front-wheel drive as standard.
- 1.5-liter EcoBoost turbocharged inline-4 engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission; a more efficient option with modern turbo technology.
- 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbocharged inline-4 engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission; higher output available on some SE configurations.
Availability of the EcoBoost options varied by region and model year; the most common SE builds in 2016 featured one of these engines, with the base 2.5L engine being the most widely reported.
Other powertrain options in the Fusion line (context)
Beyond the SE's gasoline engines, Ford also offered hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants in the Fusion lineup for 2016. These use a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle engine paired with electric motors and a battery pack, aimed at higher efficiency rather than outright performance.
- Fusion Hybrid: gasoline engine combined with electric motor for improved efficiency.
- Fusion Energi (Plug-In Hybrid): similar powertrain with a larger battery to enable extended electric-only driving.
For buyers evaluating a specific vehicle, the exact engine can be confirmed by checking the window sticker or requesting the VIN-based build sheet, since a given car could be ordered with different powertrains.
Summary
The 2016 Ford Fusion SE was offered with several engine choices, most commonly a 2.5-liter four-cylinder and, in many configurations, EcoBoost turbo options (1.5L or 2.0L). Hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions existed in the Fusion family but were separate trims from SE. Always verify the exact engine in a used car via the VIN or window sticker.