Multiple engines were offered for the 2013 Ford Fusion: gasoline options include a 2.5L four-cylinder, a 1.6L EcoBoost turbo, and a 2.0L EcoBoost turbo, plus hybrid variants using a 2.0L Atkinson-cycle engine with electric assist.
The 2013 Fusion lineup covered conventional gasoline sedans and electrified models, with choice driven by trim level and market. This article details the engine options available that model year and what they mean for performance and efficiency.
Gasoline engine options
Below are the main gasoline-powered options that were offered for the 2013 Fusion, along with general notes about power delivery and drivetrain compatibility.
- 2.5-liter Duratec 4-cylinder (gasoline) — naturally aspirated engine common on base SE/SEL trims; paired with a six-speed automatic; front-wheel drive; roughly around 170 horsepower and similar torque.
- 1.6-liter EcoBoost 4-cylinder — turbocharged option delivering better fuel economy while providing reasonable power; around 179 horsepower and about 172 lb-ft of torque; typically paired with front-wheel drive via an automatic transmission (availability depended on trim/market).
- 2.0-liter EcoBoost 4-cylinder — turbocharged performance option for higher trims; higher output around 237–240 horsepower and about 270 lb-ft of torque; available with FWD or AWD depending on configuration and market; paired with a six-speed automatic.
The gasoline-engine lineup offered a range that allowed buyers to prioritize either efficiency or performance, with EcoBoost options bridging that gap.
Hybrid and plug-in hybrid options
In addition to gasoline powertrains, the 2013 Fusion included two electrified variants aimed at improving efficiency and enabling limited electric driving.
- Fusion Hybrid — uses a 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor and continuously variable transmission; the system produces a combined output in the neighborhood of the mid-180s horsepower, with front-wheel drive by default.
- Fusion Energi (plug-in hybrid) — uses the same 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle engine and electric motor, but with a larger battery to enable all-electric driving for short trips; EPA-estimated electric range around 19–21 miles and a similar combined horsepower in the high-190s.
These electrified variants were designed to offer higher efficiency in daily driving, with the Energi providing a limited all-electric range for short commutes.
Summary
The 2013 Ford Fusion offered a versatile engine lineup, spanning conventional gasoline options (2.5L Duratec, 1.6L EcoBoost, 2.0L EcoBoost) and electrified powertrains (Fusion Hybrid and Fusion Energi) that leveraged a 2.0L Atkinson-cycle engine with electric motors to balance efficiency and performance. Buyers could choose based on a priority for fuel economy, performance, or plug-in capabilities.