Ford Fusion Quiz
Fuel and Refueling

Fuel Consumption

In this manual: Fuel and Refueling
Introduction — 7Environment — 1At a Glance — 1Child Safety — 9Seat Belts — 8Personal Safety System™ — 1Additional Restrictions — 8Keys and Remote Controls — 8MyKey™ — 5Doors & Locks — 10Safety — 3Steering Wheel — 5Wipers and Washers — 4Lighting — 8Automatic High Beam Control — 3Windows and Mirrors — 6Instrument Cluster — 4Information Displays — 5Climate Control — 10Seats — 9Garage Door Opener — 1Auxiliary Power Points — 3Storage Compartments — 1Starting and Stopping the Engine — 4Unique Driving Characteristics (if equipped) — 1Fuel and Refueling — 9Engine Emission Control — 5Infection Transmission — 1All-Wheel Drive — 1Brakes — 4Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 1Park Aid — 13Cruise Control — 10Driver Assistance — 14Loading — 1Tow/Haul — 5Driving Tips — 3Roadside Emergencies — 5Customer Assistance — 6Fuses — 3Maintenance — 16Vehicle Care — 9Wheels and Tires — 13Capacities and Specifications — 11Connected Vehicle — 1Wi-Fi Hotspot — 1Audio System — 7SYNC™ — 7SYNC™ 3 — 16Accessories — 1Ford Protect — 3Scheduled Maintenance — 5Appendices — 4
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Nominal Capacity

The rated capacity is the maximum amount of fuel that can be added to the fuel tank after the fuel tank is emptied. The rated capacity includes the empty reserve. The empty reserve is the unspecified amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty.

Calculating Fuel Economy

Your vehicle calculates fuel economy figures through the trip computer average fuel function.

The first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving is the engine break-in period. More accurate measurement is achieved after 2,000–3,000 miles (3,200–4,800 km).

Keep records for at least one month and note the type of driving, for example city or highway. This ensures an accurate calculation of your vehicle's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Keep records during both summer and winter, as temperature affects fuel economy.

Conditions Affecting Fuel Economy

  • Carrying unnecessary weight in your vehicle may reduce fuel economy.
  • Avoid adding accessories that increase aerodynamic drag on your vehicle, such as bug deflectors, car top carriers and ski or bicycle racks.
  • Remove empty roof racks and keep windows closed at high speed to reduce wind resistance and fuel consumption.
  • Check and adjust tire pressure regularly. Underinflated tires increase fuel consumption.
  • Rapid acceleration and braking reduce fuel economy. Drive smoothly, look as far ahead as possible and, where possible, avoid short trips.
  • Fuel economy decreases as temperature decreases.
  • Comfort features use additional energy and consume more fuel. Use the A/C and other comfort features only when necessary.
  • Using fuel blended with alcohol may increase fuel consumption.

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