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2006-2012 Ford Fusion MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 19–39 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 8 of 10 midsize car configurations, MY2012. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2006-2012 Ford Fusion at a glance
The 2006-2012 Ford Fusion covers 7 model years in the EPA database (42 configurations in all), rated 19–39 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2012, costs about $1,720 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl FWD (38 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2012; 2009 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 39 MPG, was reached in 2010.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2006-2012 Ford Fusion by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Gas, Hybrid | 19–38 MPG | $1,720–$3,370 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas, Hybrid | 19–38 MPG | $1,720–$3,390 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas, Hybrid | 19–39 MPG | $1,680–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,270 | Same EPA ratings as 2008 |
| 2008 | Gas | 20–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 19–23 MPG | $2,840–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 21–24 MPG | $2,720–$3,110 | First year |
What the 2012 Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$208
$2,500 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.17
Per 100 miles
$16.67
Five years
$12,500
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the midsize car median
$530less a year
Class median $3,030 a year, MY2012
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Ford Fusion MPG
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 38 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,720.
Gas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,500 |
| S | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 29 | 24 | $2,670 |
| Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,690 |
| FFV 3.0L 6-cyl FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,890 |
| Fusion 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,110 |
| FFV 3.0L 6-cyl AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,210 |
| Fusion 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,370 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 41 | 35 | 38 | $1,720 |
2011 Ford Fusion MPG
19–38 MPG · $1,720–$3,390/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 39 to 38 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $1,680 to $1,720, $40 more.
Gas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,500 |
| S | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S6) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 29 | 24 | $2,670 |
| Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,690 |
| FFV 3.0L 6-cyl FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,890 |
| Fusion 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,120 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FFV 3.0L 6-cyl AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,210 |
| Fusion 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,390 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 41 | 35 | 38 | $1,720 |
2010 Ford Fusion MPG
19–39 MPG · $1,680–$3,440/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 39 MPG, up 16. Its annual cost goes from $2,840 to $1,680, $1,160 less.
Gas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 34 | 27 | $2,420 |
| Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 6-spd | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| S 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| FFV 3.0L 6-cyl FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $2,970 |
| FFV 3.0L 6-cyl AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion 3.5L 6-cyl FWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Fusion 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | FWD | 41 | 36 | 39 | $1,680 |
2009 Ford Fusion MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2008
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2009 Ford Fusion as for the 2008 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2008 section above.See 2008
2008 Ford Fusion MPG
20–23 MPG · $2,840–$3,270/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,840.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion 2.3L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Fusion 2.3L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.3L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Fusion 3.0L 6-cyl FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Fusion 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
2007 Ford Fusion MPG
19–23 MPG · $2,840–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 23 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $2,720 to $2,840, $120 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion 2.3L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Fusion 2.3L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.3L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Fusion 3.0L 6-cyl FWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Fusion 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
2006 Ford Fusion MPG
21–24 MPG · $2,720–$3,110/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion 2.3L 4-cyl FWD Automatic 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Fusion 2.3L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd | 2.3L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,840 |
| Fusion 3.0L 6-cyl | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,110 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD: $3,400 in California and $2,180 in Texas, a $1,220 difference.
- California $3,400
- Washington $3,150
- New York $2,500
- Florida $2,360
- Texas $2,180
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2012 midsize car models.
Generations
- 2006-2012 (1st gen)
- 2013-2020 (2nd gen)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2006-2012 Ford Fusion get?
EPA rates the 2006-2012 Ford Fusion at 19–39 MPG combined across 42 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 39 MPG (41 city, 36 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 19–27 MPG; Hybrid: 38–39 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2006-2012 Ford Fusion?
The Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 39 MPG, in 2010. The lowest top rating, 23 MPG, was in 2007, 2008 and 2009.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2006-2012 Ford Fusion?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2012. In 2009 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2012 Ford Fusion per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,500 a year. Across all 9 configurations the cost runs $1,720–$3,370 a year. That is a $1,650 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2012 Ford Fusion 100 miles?
About $16.67 per 100 miles for the Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $11.47 and $22.47 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2012 Ford Fusion more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD is rated 23 city and 32 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.
How does the 2012 Ford Fusion compare with other midsize car configurations?
The Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,500 a year to fuel, $530 less than the class median of $3,030, and less than 8 of 10 midsize car configurations. The comparison covers all 148 rated midsize car configurations for MY2012, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2012 Ford Fusion hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (Hybrid 2.5L 4-cyl FWD) is rated 38 MPG against 26 MPG for the best gas version (Fusion 2.5L 4-cyl FWD), 12 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $1,720 versus $2,500 a year, a saving of $780.
Is the 2012 Ford Fusion different from the 2011 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 38 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,720. EPA lists 9 configurations for 2012 against 9 configurations for 2011. See the 2011 Ford Fusion for that year.