How much coolant is in a Ford Fusion?
The Ford Fusion’s cooling-system capacity varies by year and engine, but most configurations require roughly 7.5 to 9 quarts (about 7 to 8.5 liters) of coolant for a full drain-and-fill. Always verify the exact figure in your owner’s manual or on the under-hood coolant specification sticker for your specific model.
Understanding this question requires matching your Fusion’s generation and engine to an official capacity figure, then following the proper draining and refilling procedure to ensure the cooling system seals and bleeds correctly.
Engine Variants and Typical Capacities
Because Ford used several engines across multiple Fusion generations, capacity isn’t a single number. The figures below reflect typical ranges for common configurations; your exact capacity may differ slightly.
- Inline-4 engines (2.3–2.5 L) in many Generations 1/2 Fusions: roughly 7.5–8.0 quarts (7.1–7.6 L).
- V6 engines (3.0 L, older models): roughly 9–10 quarts (8.5–9.5 L).
- EcoBoost inline-4 variants (1.6–2.0 L) in later models: roughly 7.5–8.5 quarts (7.1–8.0 L).
These ranges are approximate. For a precise figure tailored to your exact year, engine code, and configuration, consult the owner’s manual or a Ford service bulletin for your vehicle.
How to Confirm Your Car’s Exact Capacity
Before you perform a drain and fill or top-off procedure, use these steps to pin down your Fusion’s exact coolant capacity.
- Identify your model year and engine code (for example, 2.5L I4 or 3.0L V6) using the door jamb label or VIN decoding.
- Look up the official coolant capacity in the owner’s manual or Ford’s service data for that engine and year.
- If performing a full drain and fill, plan for the total system volume, including the radiator, engine passages, and heater core, as capacity varies by what is drained.
- Use a premixed 50/50 coolant unless the manual specifies a different ratio or a specific coolant type.
- Bleed the cooling system according to the procedure for your model to remove air pockets after refilling.
Following these steps helps ensure the cooling system operates at the proper temperature and prevents overheating or leaks due to air pockets or incorrect fill levels.
Summary
The exact coolant capacity of a Ford Fusion depends on year and engine, with most models falling in the 7.5–9 quarts (7.1–8.5 liters) range for a full fill. To be precise, always check the specific manual or official service data for your exact vehicle, and follow the recommended bleeding and refill procedure when maintaining the cooling system.
If you share your Fusion’s year and engine, I can help pinpoint the exact capacity for your car.
