2019 Ford Fusion S vs. SE
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Ford Fusion S and 2019 Ford Fusion SE contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Ford Fusion S and the 2019 Ford Fusion SE.
When we compare the 2019 Ford Fusion S's and the 2019 Ford Fusion SE's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Ford Fusion S has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2019 Ford Fusion SE has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2019 Ford Fusion S and 2019 Ford Fusion SE have the same interior volume, overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2019 Ford Fusion S's and the 2019 Ford Fusion SE's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Ford Fusion SE is a better car than the 2019 Ford Fusion S.
Pricing: A used 2019 Ford Fusion S ranges from $9,496 to $18,896 while a used 2019 Ford Fusion SE is priced between $9,799 to $19,989.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2019 Ford Fusion S and the 2019 Ford Fusion SE both lose 49.9 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Fusion is 7.7 out of 10. Ford Fusion is ranked 9 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Ford Fusion is 7.4 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2019 Ford Fusion S’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the 2019 Ford Fusion SE base engine makes 181 horsepower. The S is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. The SE is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 561 miles. This gives the 2019 Ford Fusion SE the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Ford Fusion S. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Fusion has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
22840
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
25231
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
22090 - 35845
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
24120
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)
25231
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)
22090 - 35845
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
14464
Price Range:
9496 - 18896
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
17870
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
14316 - 24349
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
84
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
36
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
14800
Price Range:
9799 - 19989
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)
17870
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)
14316 - 24349
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
306
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
120
Ford Fusion Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford Fusion Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Ford Fusion S
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
4.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
1.8 - 7.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.092
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Ford Fusion SE
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)
4.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)
1.8 - 7.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.092
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6214270521783956
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
2.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.2 - 12.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.6214270521783956
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
2.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)
1.2 - 12.0
Ford Fusion Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
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9 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13Ford Fusion Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 4Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Ford Fusion Trim Levels
SE, SEL, Titanium, V6 Sport
Other Ford Fusion Trim Levels
S, SEL, Titanium, V6 Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
175 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
181 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 4320 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 512 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 34 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 561 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3410 lbs
Width:
83.5 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
191.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3470 lbs
Width:
83.5 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
191.7 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Blue / Velocity Blue
Gold
White Gold
Gray
Magnetic
Red
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Oxford White
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gold
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Brown
Medium Light Stone
Interior Colors
Brown
Not available
