Ford Fusion vs. Toyota Prius

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Fusion and Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius.

When we compare the Ford Fusion's and the Toyota Prius'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 base engine power. The Toyota Prius has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Ford Fusion's and the Toyota Prius's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Prius is a better car than the Ford Fusion.

Pricing: A used 2020 Ford Fusion ranges from $11,290 to $22,443 while a used 2020 Toyota Prius is priced between $15,014 to $27,176.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Fusion loses 49.9 percent of its value and the Toyota Prius loses 35.6 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Prius retains 14.3 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 7.7 out of 10 while the Toyota Prius' quality rating is 9.0 out of 10.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Fusion is 7.4 out of 10. For the Toyota Prius the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius base engine makes 121 horsepower. The Fusion is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. The Prius is rated to deliver an average of 56 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 599 miles. This gives the Toyota Prius the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Ford Fusion. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Prius has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and cargo space. The Ford Fusion has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.

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

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

23170

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)

25348

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)

22095 - 35995

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

24325

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

24659

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

22930 - 27900

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

16437

Price Range:

11290 - 22443

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)

19584

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)

15850 - 26565

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

625

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

85726

# Good or Great Deals:

289

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

21579

Price Range:

15014 - 27176

Category Avg Price:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

20011

Category Avg Price Range:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

17024 - 23131

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

72

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

70380

# Good or Great Deals:

35

Ford Fusion Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.7 / 10

Reliability:

7.4 / 10

Retained Value:

7.8 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Toyota Prius Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

9.0 / 10

Reliability:

8.1 / 10

Retained Value:

8.8 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Fusion

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

4.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)

5.6

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)

2.8 - 8.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.092

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Prius

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

10.7

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

0.429



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.5903200956396115

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)

3.2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)

1.1 - 13.2

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.35639969351914

Typical Category Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

1.7

Category Range for Recalls:
(Hybrid Compact Cars)

1.3 - 13.8

Ford Fusion Rankings

Not yet available

Toyota Prius Rankings

Best Family Hybrid Cars

1 / 22

Best Hybrid Cars

1 / 22

Safest Hybrid Cars

1 / 22

Best Hybrid Cars for the Money

1 / 14

Best Family Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 11

Best Hybrid Small Cars

1 / 11

Best Hybrid Cars Under $30k

1 / 9

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars Under $30k

1 / 9

Best Hybrid Small Cars Under $30k

1 / 6

Most Reliable Hybrid Small Cars Under $30k

1 / 6

Best Hybrid Cars for Teens

1 / 2

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Teens

1 / 1

Most Reliable Hybrid Cars

2 / 22

Best Gas Mileage Hybrid Cars

3 / 22

Most Affordable Hybrid Cars

3 / 14

Most Affordable Hybrid Small Cars

3 / 7

Hybrid Small Cars with Best Resale Value

4 / 11

Hybrid Cars with Best Resale Value

5 / 22

Most Comfortable Hybrid Small Cars

5 / 11

Best Hybrid Small Cars for Tall People

6 / 11

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

6 / 11

Most Comfortable Hybrid Cars

8 / 22

Hybrid Small Cars with the Most Legroom

8 / 11

Best Hybrid Cars for Tall People

16 / 22

Hybrid Cars with the Most Horsepower

16 / 22

Hybrid Cars with the Most Legroom

17 / 22

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Hatchback

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Ford Fusion Trim Levels

S, SE, SEL, Titanium

Toyota Prius Trim Levels

L Eco, LE, LE AWD-e, Limited, XLE, XLE AWD-e

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:

3 years

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 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

2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2026 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:

121 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.040 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


21 / 31 / 24

Range (city/hwy):

347 / 512 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.8 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


58 / 53 / 56

Range (city/hwy):

655 / 599 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

Wifi:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

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

Wifi:

N/A

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Parking Sensors:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

Available

Massage Seats:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Roof Rack:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

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:

Available

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

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:

39.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

33.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53 inches

Cargo Space:

27.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

120.5 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:

3010 lbs

Width:

69.3 inches

Height:

57.9 inches

Length:

180 inches

Wheelbase:

106.3 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.1 inches

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:

15.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P195/65R15

Exterior Colors

Black

Agate Black

Blue

Velocity Blue

Gray

Magnetic

Red

Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

Silver

Iconic Silver

White

Oxford White

Green

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Midnight Black Metallic

Blue

Electric Storm Blue

Gray

Magnetic Gray Metallic

Red

Supersonic Red

Silver

Classic Silver Metallic

White

Blizzard Pearl / Super White

Green

Sea Glass Pearl

Interior Colors

Brown

Medium Light Stone

Black

Not available

Gray

Not available

Interior Colors

Brown

Not available

Black

Black

Gray

Moonstone

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