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Exterior Dimensions
Drive system 4x2/4x4/AWD
Wheelbase [in] 113.7
Length [in] 193.4
Height [in] 71.9
Width - Excluding Mirrors [in] 73.7
Width - Including Mirrors [in] 84.8
Width - Mirrors Folded [in] 77.5
Front Track [in] 60.9
Rear Track [in] 61.8
Front Overhang [in] 35.4
Rear Overhang [in] 44.3
Approach Angle [deg] 28.2
Departure Angle [deg] 23.8
Ramp Breakover Angle [deg] 18.4
Minimum Running Ground Clearance [in] 8.3
Interior Dimensions
Head Room - First Row [in] 39.8
Head Room - Second Row [in] 38.7
Head Room - Third Row [in] 37.4
Leg Room - First Row [in] 42.4
Leg Room - Second Row [in] 36.9
Leg Room - Third Row [in] 34.9
Hip Room - First Row [in] 55.4
Hip Room - Second Row [in] 55.5
Hip Room - Third Row [in] 45.3
Shoulder Room - First Row [in] 59
Shoulder Room - Second Row [in] 58.9
Shoulder Room - Third Row [in] 53.1
Capacities: Passengers, Luggage, Fuel
Capacities - 5 Passenger  
Passenger Volume [cu. ft.] 106.4
Cargo Volume Behind First Row [cu. ft.] 85.8
Cargo Volume Behind Second Row [cu. ft.] 45.1
Capacities - 7 Passenger  
Passenger Volume [cu. ft.] 145.4
Cargo Volume Behind First Row [cu. ft.] 83.7
Cargo Volume Behind Second Row [cu. ft.] 43.9
Cargo Volume Behind Third Row [cu. ft.] 13.6
Fuel capacity (gal.) 22.5
Engine Specifications
Engine type 4.0L SOHC 12V V6 4.6L SOHC 24V V8
Engine electronics PTEC - Powertrain Electronic Controller and On-Board Diagnostics System PTEC - Powertrain Electronic Controller and On-Board Diagnostics System
Displacement 4.0L (245 cu. in.) 4.6L (281 cu. in.)
Horsepower (SAE net@rpm) 210 @ 5,100 292 @ 5,700
Torque (lb. ft. @ rpm) 254 @ 3,700 315 @ 4,000
Compression ratio 9.7:1 9.8:1
Bore x stroke (in.) 3.95 x 3.32 3.55 x 3.54
Main bearings 4 5
Valve lifters Hydraulic lash adjuster Hydraulic roller
Fuel delivery Sequential multi port electronic fuel injection Sequential multi port electronic fuel injection
Recommended fuel Unleaded regular Unleaded regular
Exhaust Single, stainless steel Single, stainless steel
Fuel economy EPA-estimated mpg 14 city/20 hwy (4x2) EPA-estimated mpg 14 city/19 hwy (4x4)
Transmission type 5-speed automatic O/D 6-speed automatic
Engine block material Cast iron Cast iron
Cylinder head material Aluminum alloy Aluminum alloy
Chassis Specifications
Front suspension Independent short- and long-arms (SLA) architecture with coil-over- shock and stabilizer bar
Front shocks HD gas-charged
Rear suspension Independent trailing blade short- and long arms (SLA) architecture with coil-over shock and stabilizer bar
Rear shocks HD gas-charged
Brakes Power 4-wheel disc, anti-lock
Steering Power rack-and-pinion
Towing Specifications
Standard Class II Trailer Tow      
Engine/Transmission Axle Ratio GCWR Max. Trailer Weight (lbs.)
4.0L SOHC V6/Automatic 3.55 8500 3,500 (4x2)
4.0L SOHC V6/Automatic 3.55 8500 3,500 (4x4)
4.0L SOHC V6/Automatic 3.55 8500 3,500 (AWD)
4.6L SOHC V8/Automatic 3.55 8500 3,500 (4x2)
4.6L SOHC V8/Automatic 3.55 8500 3,500 (4x4)
4.6L SOHC V8/Automatic 3.55 8500 3,500 (AWD)
Available Class III/IV Trailer Tow      
Engine/Transmission Axle Ratio GCWR Max. Trailer Weight (lbs.)
4.0L SOHC V6/Automatic 3.73 10000 5,375 (4x2)
4.0L SOHC V6/Automatic 3.73 10000 5,205 (4x4)
4.0L SOHC V6/Automatic 3.73 10000 5,000 (AWD)
4.6L SOHC V8/Automatic 3.55 12000 7,115 (4x4)*
4.6L SOHC V8/Automatic 3.55 12000 7,115 (AWD)*
* Deduct 500 lbs. with auxiliary climate control.      

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  Starting Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price, excluding destination/delivery charge, taxes, title and registration fees. Optional equipment not included.
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  MPG - EPA estimated base engine/transmission. Note: F-150 SFE Package. Note: Fiesta SFE Package; Projected 30 city/40 hwy mpg. Ford preliminary data. Pending EPA certification.
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  Towing - Properly equipped
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  Option price based on Manufactures Suggested Retail Price.
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  When properly equipped.
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  EPA-estimated. Actual mileage may vary.
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  Do not drive while distracted.
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  EPA-estimated. Actual mileage may vary.
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  EPA-estimated. Actual mileage may vary.
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  Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Association.
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  EPA estimated 17 city/24 hwy mpg, FWD.
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  EPA estimated 21 city/26 hwy mpg. 2WD, 2.3L manual. Excludes vehicles built for Mazda.
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  Based on unadjusted city fuel economy from EPA (10/08) and VCA (5/08). EPA estimated 34 city/31hwy mpg, front wheel drive. Actual mileage will vary. Excludes vehicles built for Mazda.
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  EPA-estimated 22 city/28 hwy mpg, I-4 manual FWD.
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  Star ratings are part of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Safercar.gov program (www.safercar.gov). Class is Full-Size Luxury SUVs.
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  EPA-estimated 23 city/34 hwy/ 27 combined mpg Fusion S I-4 automatic; 41 city/36 hwy mpg Fusion Hybrid. Actual mileage will vary. Midsize class per R. L. Polk & Co.
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  With available electronic stability control.
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  SYNC not available on Fiesta S model. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control. Only use mobile phones and other devices, even with voice commands, when it is safe to do so. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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  The vehicle's electrical system (including the battery), the wireless service provider's signal and a connected mobile phone all must be available and operating for 911 Assist to function properly. These systems may become damaged in a crash. The paired mobile phone must be connected to SYNC, and the 911 Assist feature enabled, in order for 911 to be dialed.
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  Available on 2010 U.S. vehicles. Complimentary three-year subscription for owners of new vehicles equipped with the service. Subscription fees apply after three years. Standard voice and message rates may apply. Turn-by-Turn Navigation and Real-time Traffic available in selected markets. Vehicles equipped with optional factory-installed Navigation System, SYNC Traffic, Directions and Information services are replaced by the vehicle's Navigation System.
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  Customized vehicles.
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  2010 EPA-estimated hwy fuel economy with 5-speed manual transmission.
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  EPA-estimated 18 city/25 hwy mpg, FWD.
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  SYNC not available on Fiesta S model. Valid only on non-binding U.S. reservations made via web/mobile between 12/1/09 and 4/2/10 by customers 18 years and older with valid U.S. Drivers License. Actual purchase agreement must be signed with dealer by 5/3/10. Must take new retail delivery by 9/30/10. SYNC not available on Fiesta S model. Customer may elect to receive the equivalent cash value of $595 on qualifying models, not available on Fiesta S This offer is only valid for the customer named on the reservation, it can not be transferred.
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  Required available Navigation System. SIRIUS Radio - Service available in the 48 contiguous states and Washington, DC. Real-time traffic monitoring available in select markets. Some features are unavailable while driving. See your dealer for activation details. SIRIUS Travel Link is a trademark of SIRIUS XM Radio, Inc.
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  Some features are unavailable while driving.
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  Taurus SHO: EPA-estimated 17 city/25 hwy mpg, Flex: EPA-estimated 16 city/22 hwy mpg, EcoBoost AWD.
 
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