Ford Fusion Energi vs. Tesla Model 3
When comparing the Ford Fusion Energi's and the Tesla Model 3's specifications and ratings, the Ford Fusion Energi has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Tesla Model 3 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Fusion Energi's and the Tesla Model 3's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model 3 is a better car than the Ford Fusion Energi.
Ford Fusion Energi vs. Tesla Model 3 Pricing
A used 2020 Ford Fusion Energi ranges from $19,992 to $28,966 while a used 2020 Tesla Model 3 is priced between $27,499 to $39,943.
Ford Fusion Energi vs. Tesla Model 3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Fusion Energi loses 59.3 percent of its value and the Tesla Model 3 loses 48.2 percent of its value. This means the Tesla Model 3 retains 11.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Fusion Energi.
Ford Fusion Energi vs. Tesla Model 3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Fusion Energi is 6.9 out of 10 while the Tesla Model 3's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Ford Fusion Energi being ranked 5 out of 9 Best Plug-in Hybrid Cars (PHEV) and the Tesla Model 3 being ranked 1 out of 27 Best Electric Cars.
Ford Fusion Energi vs. Tesla Model 3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Fusion Energi is 7.1 out of 10. For the Tesla Model 3 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Tesla Model 3 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ford Fusion Energi.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Fusion Energi’s base engine makes 188 horsepower, and the Tesla Model 3 base engine makes 283 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Fusion Energi, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Tesla Model 3, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Tesla Model 3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
19992 - 28966
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59329
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
27499 - 39943
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.482232
Ford Fusion Energi Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.9 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Tesla Model 3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.733333 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Fusion Energi Rankings
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13 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Ford Fusion Energi Trim Levels
Special Service, Titanium
Tesla Model 3 Trim Levels
Long Range, Performance, Standard Range, Standard Range Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 120000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
283 hp
Torque:
317 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
43 / 40 / 42
MPGe:
106 / 97 / 102
Range (city/hwy):
628 / 586 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD / RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
220 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity:
50 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
8.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
83.5 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
191.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3624 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
184.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18