The Ford Fusion was one of America’s most popular midsize sedans until production ended in 2020. And while the V6 and 2.0L EcoBoost grabbed the spotlight, Ford quietly introduced the 1.5L Ford Fusion Engine in 2014 as a balance between fuel efficiency and modern turbocharged power.
If you’ve ever driven a 1.5L Ford Fusion Engine, you know it’s not built to race — but it’s surprisingly capable for daily driving, highway commuting, and even light road trips. The problem? Like a lot of small turbocharged engines, it has quirks, and once mileage stacks up, you might face repairs that don’t make sense compared to simply replacing the engine.