I thank the Lord for this tool to aid me in my work. The big unanswered question will be, “How long will the hybrid and EV batteries last?” It is warrantied for 7 years or 150,000, but since I drive 50,000 miles a year that equals only 3 years. Because the gas engine works around ½ the time it requires an Amsoil change every 20,000 or so. The only negative in regard to the body is the much smaller trunk, due to the hybrid battery. The body is very sturdy and this gives it a nice ride. 6 hours to charge on a 120v household circuit, and on a 240v it takes 2.5 hours. The CVT tranny works very well with the Atkinson 4 cyl 2.0 engine. Watching the hybrid battery motor work in conjunction with the gasoline engine is a thing of beauty, It transitions seamlessly for the most efficient drive. The biggest negative is missing the 240 hp of my previous Fusion, but it will make it up the mountain from Phoenix to Flagstaff in a ok fashion. Extreme cold (-0) I am fortunate to get 15 miles, but in nice weather I can get more than 30 in an urban environment, primarily due to the regenerative braking that charges the battery while driving. The EV battery only range is 20 to 30 miles depending on conditions. There are a few negatives, but overall, it is a very good and efficient vehicle that seems to meet my needs very well. On a scale of 1-10 (10 being the highest rating) I give it a 9. I have decided it was time for a review of my 2019 Ford Fusion Energi (plug-in hybrid) review after 6 months of ownership.
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