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2008 Ford Fusion Features Review

August 1, 2008

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

Cars.com: “the [Sync] system was more a pain than anything else”

The road tests we consulted found plenty of cutting-edge features in the Fusion's cabin, nearly all of them useful -- but there was some disagreement on the utility of the SYNC entertainment system.

Edmunds and TheAutoChannel list the 2008 Ford Fusion's features, like cruise control, power windows/mirrors/locks, and an auxiliary jack for MP3 players. A navigation system is available for the new model year, as is Ford's SYNC system. SYNC uses USB connections and Bluetooth to control the Fusion's navigation system (when ordered) and its audio system, as well as controlling phone calls through its software.

It shows promise, but as in our three experiences with the system in this Ford, Cars.com had difficulty getting it to work properly. "For me, the system was more a pain than anything else. Try as I might, I couldn't get my iPod to start playing songs when I got back into the car unless I pressed a button on the steering wheel, waited for Sync's audio chime and said 'USB.'"

Conclusion

The iPhone generation will be happy with the 2008 Ford Fusion, but the SYNC system is unproven.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10 Cars.com: “the [Sync] system was more a pain than anything else” The road tests we consulted found plenty of cutting-edge features in the Fusion's cabin, nearly all of them useful -- but there was some disagreement on the utility of the SYNC entertainment system. Edmunds and TheAutoChannel list the 2008 Ford Fusion's features, like cruise control, power windows/mirrors/locks, and an auxiliary jack for MP3 players. A navigation system is available for the new model year, as is Ford's SYNC system. SYNC uses USB connections and Bluetooth to control the Fusion's navigation system (when ordered) and its audio system, as well as controlling phone calls through its software. It shows promise, but as in our three experiences with the system in this Ford, Cars.com had difficulty getting it to work properly. "For me, the system was more a pain than anything else. Try as I might, I couldn't get my iPod to start playing songs when I got back into the car unless I pressed a button on the steering wheel, waited for Sync's audio chime and said 'USB.'" ConclusionThe iPhone generation will be happy with the 2008 Ford Fusion, but the SYNC system is unproven. 2008 Ford Fusion Styling | 8 out of 10 Cars.com: “lean and athletic” FamilyCar.com: “instrument cluster was clean and easy to read” Car and Driver: "the best looking Ford sedan in years" Reviewers generally liked the 2008 Ford Fusion's combination of sharp edges and soft ...

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Comments (4 total)

  1. By Bill Stammers #1, Posted: 5/21/2008

    A great car!!

    I have driven over a million miles in my lifetime, I have driven most modern cars, the most comfortable was a Mercedes 560SEC, well the Fusion whilst not having the raw power of the Merc is as comfortable corners much better (the 560 ate it's front tyres for breakfast) I have been so impressed with the build quality, the engine's flexibilty (I have the 4 cyl with manual 5 speed transmission, the quiet ride and the fuel economy I am getting 31.4 mpg over 5,500 miles at an average speed of 45 mph. I drove a Honda Accord for a long time, it does not compare to the Ford, the fuel economy was better, but the build quality (driver's window collapsed) comfort and noise levels were disappointing. Living in the wild west of Canada, where the roads are mainly long and straight, I have not as yet had a chance to put the Fusion through any hard cornering, but the feel of the car gives me absolute confidence in achieving complete satisfaction ehen I do! All in all a great car, Ford have taken a really good car in the Focus and taken it to the next level a pat on the back for them!!

  2. By Bob #3, Posted: 1/12/2009

    Let's rock

    This car rocks!

  3. By Doug #4, Posted: 7/8/2009

    My 2010 Ford Fusion has an annoying NEED OIL CHANGE message on my reader board on the dash. The problem is, I just got my oil changed. Anyone know how to remove that message? THANKS.

  4. By Eric #5, Posted: 9/6/2009

    I get the same Problem with my 2001 Alero, so what you have to do is look in your manual and it should tell you how to turn it off there. usually you have to enter a code to get it to turn off. I would take it back to wherever you got your oil changed and they should be able to show you how to turn it off. You can always call the dealership you bought it at and ask them how to turn it off too.

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