Say hello to the 2017 #Ford #Fusion, an impressive combination of safety and style. https://t.co/xsnrWXbsjB
— Ford Fusion (@FordFusion) June 16, 2016
Earlier this year, the IIHS completed a shocking round of tests on full-size pickups, from which the Ford F-150 was the only Top Safety Pick chosen. Now, the redesigned 2017 Ford Fusion joins the truck as one of the safest vehicles in our lineup.
"The 2017 Ford Fusion is our most advanced car yet and we're proud to see it recognized by NHTSA and the IIHS for its safety performance too," said Bill Strickland, chief program engineer, Ford Motor Company. "Great new features include a pedestrian detection system and hands-free parallel and perpendicular parking capability, as well as existing optional lane-keeping assist and Blind Spot Information System with cross-traffic alert."
The new and improved crash-prevention system was able to automatically brake to avoid collisions at both 12 and 25mph in IIHS track tests, which earned it the organization's highest rating, superior.
Another big improvement to this year's Fusion is the redesigned front end. From the outside, you'll notice narrower, more aggressive headlights, and a more angular grille. Underneath the superficial design changes is a significant improvement in safety in one critical type of crash, small-overlap front. Previous models were rated as acceptable by IIHS in this category, and the new model earns a good rating -- the highest score possible.
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