The 2023 Ford Fusion Active is still a bit of a mystery, but it looks like this all-new vehicle will be a sporty combination of the classic station wagon and modern midsize crossover SUV. Intrigued? While we don’t know much, we’re here to help sketch a portrait of everything the upcoming Fusion Active could offer.
What is the 2023 Ford Fusion Active?
Although the all-new Fusion Active borrows its name from the automaker’s discontinued sedan, it’s going to be a very different vehicle. Picture a station wagon, but lifted, like a crossover SUV. The Fusion Active has been captured on film during its test runs, but not much is known about this upcoming model. Since it will replace the outgoing midsize Edge, the Fusion Active will likely combine five-passenger seating with a sporty performance.
How does the 2023 Ford Fusion Active drive?
Before Ford officially debuts this crossover SUV, it’s hard to say what will actually be under the hood. However, we can take a few educated guesses. It would be in line with recent trends if Ford offered both a hybrid and plug-in hybrid version of this all-new crossover. And the Fusion Active may even offer Ford’s turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. It’s a very sporty choice, generating 250 horsepower.
We’d also wager that the new Fusion Active will feature standard front-wheel drive and optional all-wheel drive. The latter will be a great choice for drivers who want to hit the trail, as it boosts traction on loose surfaces, like sand or gravel.
What’s the 2023 Ford Fusion Active like inside?
We’re not exactly sure how to answer this one. So far, Ford has been mum about the Fusion Active’s interior design and space. Its direct competitor, the Subaru Outback, seats up to five passengers, so we might also expect two roomy rows of seating in the upcoming Ford crossover.
We can also look to other recent additions to the Ford lineup to get a hint of what will be inside the all-new Fusion Active. For example, the Mustang Mach-E is home to a big, vertically oriented touchscreen infotainment interface. And many new models are introducing Ford’s hands-free driving system, BlueCruise, which operates on thousands of pre-mapped divided highways across the U.S. and Canada. Hopefully, we’ll see similar tech features in the new Fusion Active.
When can I order a 2023 Ford Fusion Active?
Ford hasn’t announced the details of the Fusion Active’s release. But watch this space, because as soon as we know more, we’ll update it accordingly!