What is the Ford Fusion SE package?
The Ford Fusion SE package is a mid-range trim for the Fusion that bundles upgraded technology, comfort, and styling features with respect to the base S. The exact content varies by model year and market, so a window sticker or dealer listing is essential for specifics.
What the SE package typically includes
Across many model years, the SE trim adds features that improve comfort, convenience, and appearance over the entry-level S. The following roster captures common inclusions you’ll see on Fusion SE cars.
- 17-inch alloy wheels (instead of base steel wheels)
- Fog lamps and chrome/trim accents
- Power-adjustable driver's seat (often 6-way) or enhanced seat fabric
- Cloth or upgraded interior materials with added soft-touch surfaces
- Ford SYNC infotainment system with touchscreen and Bluetooth
- Dual-zone automatic climate control (in many years)
- Rearview camera and steering-wheel-mounted controls
- Remote start available on some years
- Heated front seats and/or steering wheel in later years
- Auxiliary/USB ports and improved audio options
Note that this feature set is not universal; availability depends on year and region. Always verify the exact contents on the vehicle you are considering.
How SE differs from other trims
The SE sits between the base S and the higher SEL/Titanium grades in most generations. It typically offers more convenience and tech than the S, but fewer premium touches than the top trims. The exact differences can include seating materials, wheels, and optional packages.
- More features than S: upgraded wheels, enhanced infotainment, and sometimes dual-zone climate control
- Less premium than SEL/Titanium: leather seating, driver-assist packages, and high-end interior materials are often optional or exclusive to higher trims
- Common engine and transmission options are shared with other trims, though some model years offer EcoBoost power on SE
Because Ford regularly reorganized trim packages and option packages over the Fusion’s lifecycle, the precise content can differ by year and market. Always confirm with the dealer or the window sticker for a specific vehicle.
Model-year variations and availability
To help prospective buyers, here is a high-level look at how the SE package tended to evolve across generations. Each year’s bundle could include different combinations of the following elements.
- Early years (roughly 2013–2016): SE often added alloy wheels, fog lamps, upgraded upholstery, and the SYNC infotainment system; a few packages offered leatherette seating and heated front seats
- Mid-cycle refresh (roughly 2017–2018): enhancements to infotainment, optional leather-appointed seating, and more driver-assist features as options; appearance packages sometimes bundled with SE
- Later years (2019–2020): inclusion of newer connectivity features like CarPlay/Android Auto, larger touchscreens, and broader availability of heated seats and remote start depending on the market
Because the Fusion was discontinued after the 2020 model year in the United States, there are no new Fusion SE trims being produced. For used-car shoppers, confirm the exact content with the seller and check the VIN to decode factory specifications.
Summary
The Ford Fusion SE package represents the mid-range option in the Fusion lineup, designed to strike a balance between value and amenities. Its exact equipment list shifts by year and region, but common threads include upgraded wheels, a better infotainment setup, improved seating and climate control, and added convenience features over the base S. With Ford’s decision to end Fusion production after 2020, buyers today are looking primarily at used examples and factory options that can vary widely from one vehicle to the next.
