3.0 V6 Mileage

[con_fusion]

Didn't really see any threads on V6 mileage so what is everyone getting?

 

With the 2010 3.0 V6 FWD, I'm getting 23.5 mpg with about 1/2 City/Highway driving.

 

This seems to be a little better than the estimated combined mpg that was on my sticker (22).

[mkpolley]

Didn't really see any threads on V6 mileage so what is everyone getting?

 

With the 2010 3.0 V6 FWD, I'm getting 23.5 mpg with about 1/2 City/Highway driving.

 

This seems to be a little better than the estimated combined mpg that was on my sticker (22).

 

2010 SEL AWD i drive about 75% hwy,live in rural area,average on computer says about 25.5,on the freeway at 72mph,can get 28mpg

[Rodeo]

I am constantly getting about 27.5 combo driving, granted most of that is indeed highway and I can tell you I don't baby my car for mileage. Of course, thats the cars computer giving me that reading and only god knows how accuratre that is. Still, 27.5 is pretty good if you ask me, especially having all the power of the 2010 V6-3.0 as it does. Very happy with the engine performance and mileage. Some of that is due to the 6-speed tranny though, but as a package, it does rather well.

[Oldguy16]

About 23 driving half highway and city, and this has continuously been my mileage. Just highway, I've been getting 30 usually, but sometimes I drive the highway very late, set the cruise control at 55mph (speed limit on the Garden State Parkway) drive in the right lane, and do 42mpg. That's usually when I have unlimited time and want to save gas.

Edited October 9, 2010 by Oldguy16

[Jshell757]

21.8 MPG for about a 40/60 split of driving. Not to bad for an SEL 3.0 AWD.

[sultaan]

I'm getting 25.7mgp now with abbout 75%hwy driving. Recently found that car runs a lot better with 89 octane fuel instead of 87.

[Oldguy16]

I'm getting 25.7mgp now with abbout 75%hwy driving. Recently found that car runs a lot better with 89 octane fuel instead of 87.

Just from experience, I put nothing less than 91 in my fusion, it seems to run perfect on that. of course 91 is obviously more expensive but if you have the money, worth it.

[drolds1]

Just from experience, I put nothing less than 91 in my fusion, it seems to run perfect on that. of course 91 is obviously more expensive but if you have the money, worth it.

 

In what way?

 

The OM says the opposite

 

Fuel quality

If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability

problems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” unleaded

gasoline. Premium unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles

designed to use “Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these

problems to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your

authorized dealer.

[Oldguy16]

The fusion runs on minimum 87 octane, and can take up to Ethanol, I'm pretty sure it can handle 91. When I tried 87, it was rough idle, as you stated, and didn't seem to accelerate as smoothly, put 91 in, car drives wonderfully. Idle has been smooth, as well as acceleration. My dad does the same for his sport, he also though regular just didn't run well.

[akirby]

The fusion runs on minimum 87 octane, and can take up to Ethanol, I'm pretty sure it can handle 91. When I tried 87, it was rough idle, as you stated, and didn't seem to accelerate as smoothly, put 91 in, car drives wonderfully. Idle has been smooth, as well as acceleration. My dad does the same for his sport, he also though regular just didn't run well.

 

If it runs bad on 87 then somethings wrong, either with the engine or the fuel.

[Oldguy16]

If it runs bad on 87 then somethings wrong, either with the engine or the fuel.

In all technicality it runs fine, I just feel it runs better on 91, smoother, all my other cars do the same, new or old. I don't mean it's not driveable, I just feel it runs better on 91, same with the sport. For instance instead of not feeling idle at all, on regular fuel, once in a while I'd feel the engine. I think my post turned out to be a bit more exaggerated than intended. The fusion can of course run on 87, and is meant to, Ford even designed the ecoboost to run on 87, I just feel mine runs best on 91.

[08conFusion]

I run 93 octane in mine and live in the country and drive the hell out of my car. I'd consider it more city than highway but i get around 20mpg

[sward445]

I am getting between 23.8 to 24 mpg 75/25 hwy/city, 09 Ford Fusion

[hondaconvert]

Didn't really see any threads on V6 mileage so what is everyone getting?

 

With the 2010 3.0 V6 FWD, I'm getting 23.5 mpg with about 1/2 City/Highway driving.

 

This seems to be a little better than the estimated combined mpg that was on my sticker (22).

 

 

As of yesterday, my 2010 3.0 V6 AWD (according to the computer) got 28 mpg at 75 mph and 29 mph at 68mpg. I'm happy with that.

[Chriz]

I also run 93 octane, only have the choices of 87,89 and 93 here in south Texas.

 

On my old vehicle I discovered that higher octane helped the car's performance.

 

So when I got my 07 Fusion SE V6, the first gas I put was 93 and have not changed since.

 

Still runs like new @ 124K - My next dues are tranny flush, brake check & tires after that.

 

And I also have always used FULL SYNTHETIC OIL and premium oil filter for all my oil changes every 4-5K miles.

 

MPG as of now is 24.5 with combined hwy/city driving.

[P00r]

I also run 93 octane, only have the choices of 87,89 and 93 here in south Texas.

 

On my old vehicle I discovered that higher octane helped the car's performance.

 

So when I got my 07 Fusion SE V6, the first gas I put was 93 and have not changed since.

 

Still runs like new @ 124K - My next dues are tranny flush, brake check & tires after that.

 

And I also have always used FULL SYNTHETIC OIL and premium oil filter for all my oil changes every 4-5K miles.

 

MPG as of now is 24.5 with combined hwy/city driving.

 

 

Can I ask you where you take that tranny flush maintenance from ? I do not remember seeing this in the maintenance schedule

 

tnx!

[bbf2530]

Can I ask you where you take that tranny flush maintenance from ? I do not remember seeing this in the maintenance schedule

 

tnx!

 

Hi P00r. :D Ford's Maintenance Guide recommends changing the automatic transmission fluid in the Fusion/Milan/MKZ at 150,000 miles for "Normal Service" vehicles and 30,000 miles for "Severe Service" vehicles.

 

You can find this information in the Ford Scheduled Maintenance Guide you were given when you purchased your vehicle, (if you purchased new). In addition, the descriptions of what comprises "Normal" or "Severe Service" vehicles are also located in the Maintenance Guide.

 

Of course, that is Ford's "recommendation". If you are more comfortable performing scheduled maintenance sooner than Ford recommends, it certainly will not hurt and that is up to you. As long as you don't change later, you are good.

 

If you purchased your vehicle used or can not find your copy, you can download he PDF version here: LINK: Ford Owner Guides

 

Hope this information helps.

 

Good luck. :beerchug:

[kemassey]

21.8 MPG for about a 40/60 split of driving. Not to bad for an SEL 3.0 AWD.

 

I'm getting 18.5 with all town driving. I noticed when it got cold the mileage went down. It will do 29 on highway.

09 SEL

Edited December 28, 2010 by kemassey

[P00r]

Hi P00r. :D Ford's Maintenance Guide recommends changing the automatic transmission fluid in the Fusion/Milan/MKZ at 150,000 miles for "Normal Service" vehicles and 30,000 miles for "Severe Service" vehicles.

 

You can find this information in the Ford Scheduled Maintenance Guide you were given when you purchased your vehicle, (if you purchased new). In addition, the descriptions of what comprises "Normal" or "Severe Service" vehicles are also located in the Maintenance Guide.

 

Of course, that is Ford's "recommendation". If you are more comfortable performing scheduled maintenance sooner than Ford recommends, it certainly will not hurt and that is up to you. As long as you don't change later, you are good.

 

If you purchased your vehicle used or can not find your copy, you can download he PDF version here: LINK: Ford Owner Guides

 

Hope this information helps.

 

Good luck. :beerchug:

 

Thanks BBF for the quickreply and for the link!

 

I had the manual but somehow I did not notice this maintenance point!

I will highlight it!

 

Happy New-Year!

[musicnut1986]

I get high 28 - low 29 mpg with 20/80 city/highway driving. I noticed about 1 mpg improvement when I switched to Mobil 1 oil. I do not baby the car but I also do not drive it like I just stole it either.