What year did Ford stop making fusions?
In North America, Ford stopped making the Fusion after the 2020 model year. The year the production ended was 2020, following Ford's 2018 decision to discontinue the sedan as part of a shift toward SUVs and electrified vehicles.
What happened and why
The Fusion had long served as Ford’s mid-size sedan offering in the United States and Canada, competing with the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. Facing a declining sedan market and a strategic push toward higher-margin SUVs, Ford announced in 2018 that the Fusion would be discontinued in North America after the 2020 model year. The move marked a broader realignment of Ford’s lineup away from traditional passenger cars toward crossovers and electrified options.
North American discontinuation
The decision culminated in the end of Fusion production in 2020, with the final model year released in that year as Ford phased out the nameplate from its NA lineup.
Key milestones in the Fusion's lifecycle:
- 2005: Ford launches the Fusion in North America as a mid-size sedan to compete with the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord.
- 2013: A comprehensive refresh introduces newer styling, improved efficiency, and updated technology.
- 2018: Ford announces that production in North America will end after the 2020 model year, signaling a shift toward SUVs and electrified models.
- 2020: The Fusion's final model year is produced; production ends in 2020 as Ford pivots away from sedans.
The Fusion's journey reflects broader industry trends that saw buyers favor crossover utility vehicles over traditional family sedans.
What this means for Ford and buyers
With the Fusion departure, Ford reallocated resources to its SUV and crossover lineup and its growing electrified portfolio. Buyers now have similar space and practicality in several SUVs and crossovers, or in electrified variants of existing models.
- Escapes, Edges, and Explorers as core family crossover options in Ford's current lineup.
- Electrified alternatives including the Mustang Mach-E and plug-in hybrid variants across several models.
- A shrinking midsize sedan segment overall, with Ford and other automakers prioritizing utility and efficiency in different segments.
Dealers and buyers have noticed a shift away from new midsize sedans toward SUVs and electrified choices, a trend that has reshaped Ford's product strategy in the U.S. market.
Summary
Ford stopped making the Fusion after the 2020 model year, ending a long run for its midsize sedan in North America. The decision, announced in 2018, was part of a broader shift toward SUVs and electrified vehicles, a trend that has reshaped Ford's lineup and the options available to midsize sedan buyers.
