Cnet frist look at FFH

[peteostro]

Cnet has a quick frist look at the FFH

 

 

After seeing the Fusion Hybrid at the 2008 Los Angeles auto show, we've wanted to find out how it drives. This week we finally got the chance, and found it one of the best cars coming out this year. In fact, we find it far better than the 2010 Honda Insight or 2010 Toyota Prius. Although it might come up a little short for fuel economy, the driving experience is so much better, while the cabin technology is unparalleled.

 

http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13746_7-10226530-48.html

[frankieboy]

Cnet has a quick frist look at the FFH

 

 

After seeing the Fusion Hybrid at the 2008 Los Angeles auto show, we've wanted to find out how it drives. This week we finally got the chance, and found it one of the best cars coming out this year. In fact, we find it far better than the 2010 Honda Insight or 2010 Toyota Prius. Although it might come up a little short for fuel economy, the driving experience is so much better, while the cabin technology is unparalleled.

 

http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13746_7-10226530-48.html

 

Thanks; great review. What say you, Toyota and Honda?

[Quincy]

Thanks; great review. What say you, Toyota and Honda?

 

I don't think we have to worry about Honda.. The last time they tried selling a midsize hybrid sedan, it was a total disaster. The Honda Accord Hybrid was on the market for all of 3 years (2005, 2006, 2007) before they decided to pull the plug. :P

 

The HAH was beset with transmission problems and the fuel economy was abysmal. I think it'll be a while before Honda tries to market a midsided hybrid sedan again.

 

Toyota is a different story though. The Camry Hybrid is due for a redesign in another 2 years. Remember it uses the same Power Split Device drivetrain as the Ford Fusion Hybrid, so Toyota can easily modify it to match the Fusion Hybrid's performance by enlarging the MG2 traction motor and using a more powerful battery pack (Lithium Ion battery packs are expected to be available by then).

 

Meanwhile, Ford should enjoy its day in the sun with the Fusion Hybrid, which is definitely the best midsized hybrid sedan to own right now. Definitely need to keep improving the technology though, because Toyota ain't sitting idly by.