When it comes to a market like the midsize sedan, you have to do something truly special to stand out.
Ford did that when they developed the Fusion. Starting with the original generation in 2006-2009, the
Fusion made an effort to be unique with its European styling shared with the non-US Mondeo and paired it
with powerful motor options and optional all-wheel drive. The second generation of the incredibly
popular Fusion brought even more style. The sleek design and optional Sport model provided some
much-needed performance in the segment - helping it stand out among the more mundane cars such as the
Optima, Altima, and Accord. The 263 horsepower all-wheel-drive Sport was peppy for the time being,
keeping up with other sporty sedans from the time. In the final body style of the fusion from 2013 until 2020, the Fusion became more elegant than ever
before, as well as sportier. With aggressive lines, a sporty suspension even in the base model, and a
genuinely fast Sport model with over 320 horsepower, the final generation of the Fusion was by far the
most successful version. With European styling and American horsepower, the Fusion had every reason to
be as good a seller as it was. With a loyal following not commonly found in family sedans, the Fusion
will have a long life even after being phased out of production by Ford. For this reason, the
aftermarket community for these cars has grown like wildfire among the public, so we have put together
the best value upgrades for your Ford Fusion here!
Budget Intake Ugrades
Budget Exhaust Upgrades
Budget Suspension Mods
For the first two generations of the Fusion, many upgrades can be shared between the two. With the same
engine options available, similar suspension, and similar body panelling, these cars share many parts in
common, such as the cold air intake we carry. The most readily available engine in these cars - the 3.0
liter V6 engine found in the 2006-2012 model years makes this upgrade easy and as a result both cars
benefit dramatically from the cold
air intake we carry. An affordable way to garner an extra few horsepower as well as improving the air
quality going into the engine, the Steeda Ford Fusion Cold Air Intake installs easily and will improve
your throttle response as well. In arguably the best of the Fusions, the final generation Fusion Sport benefitted greatly from the
installation of the Fusion Twin Turbo
EcoBoost Cold Air Intake. As with any boosted engine, the
installation of an improved cold air intake will net power gains easily, and the intake alone adds
noticeable horsepower and top-end performance. The current world record fastest Fusion Sport runs with
this intake because it has provided the best flow and most air of any previous intake the owner had ever
seen before. This cold air intake system is specifically designed for this twin turbocharged engine. While many people would find modified exhaust pointless on a family sedan, the Fusion has always been
different in that end. With its sporty styling and good-sounding engines, the Fusion offers some awesome
exhaust options to get the most out of your drive. While not what many would call “cheap” these exhausts
are the real deal and do truly upgrade the entire car. If you are trying to turn your Fusion into a
sport sedan you can show off, one of the best options is the MagnaFlow CatBack
Exhaust which gives you a
deep and throaty tone for your 3.0 or 3.5 liter V6 engine. When upgrading the newer generation of Fusions, especially the Sport, you have some more options even if
they are not cat-back options. The best of these exhausts also happens to be the most affordable and
comes from MRT as the Sport Axle
Back. This comes with no mufflers, meaning it is louder than some
other
options but not so much so that it gets annoying for the driver or any passengers. With this setup, you
save weight, money, and time over other options since there are fewer parts to manage.Additionally, if
you want to increase the volume but without going all-out on volume, the MRT
Fusion SPort Version 2 Axle-Back Exhaust is a great option. This will provide the same added
aggression includes mufflers that also shape the tone of the exhaust note. To keep pushing your Fusion into the sport sedan market, lowering your car can make a dramatic
improvement. When fitted with properly sized wheels, these lowering springs can completely change the
look of your Fusion. The Steeda Ford Fusion Lowering Springs work perfectly on both the front-wheel and
all-wheel-drive models about 1.4 inches all around. While this may not seem like much on the surface,
when paired with a 19-inch wheel these springs can completely change how your car looks. In addition to
the looks, these springs will noticeably improve your car’s handling around corners and will help you
outrun much more powerful cars around tight turns. For the newer Fusion and Fusion Sport, modifying your suspension can make a massive difference in
performance, turning your car into a serious handling machine. While the previous Fusion and Sport
lowered 1.4 inches, these springs lower your car 1 inch all around since the car already sits lower than
other generations to start. The Steeda Fusion Sport Lowering Springs add a level of performance that others
simply can't match around corners. With the already incredible performance of the Sport, these springs
give
your car a new level of performance, allowing you to take corners harder, look better, and ride smoother
all at once. Top Budget-Friendly Ford Fusion Upgrades
Budget Ford Fusion Intakes
Budget Ford Fusion Exhausts
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