Ford Fusion vs. Mazda Mazda6

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Fusion and Mazda Mazda6 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 Ford Fusion and the Mazda Mazda6.

When comparing the Ford Fusion's and the Mazda Mazda6's specifications and ratings, the Ford Fusion has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Mazda Mazda6 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Fusion's and the Mazda Mazda6's specifications and ratings, the Mazda Mazda6 is a better car than the Ford Fusion.

Pricing: A used 2020 Ford Fusion ranges from $14,994 to $23,000 while a used 2020 Mazda Mazda6 is priced between $16,998 to $25,995.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Fusion loses 42.3 percent of its value and the Mazda Mazda6 loses 37.9 percent of its value. This means the Mazda Mazda6 retains 4.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Fusion.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Fusion is 8.7 out of 10 while the Mazda Mazda6's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Ford Fusion being ranked 9 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars and the Mazda Mazda6 being ranked 5 out of 13.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Fusion is 8.2 out of 10. For the Mazda Mazda6 the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Mazda Mazda6 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Fusion.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Fusion’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Mazda Mazda6 base engine makes 187 horsepower. The Fusion is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. The Mazda6 is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. This gives the Mazda Mazda6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Fusion. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are midsize cars, the Ford Fusion has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Mazda Mazda6 has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Fusion and the Mazda Mazda6 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.