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2013 Ford Fusion gets optional start/stop function

2013 Ford Fusion gets optional start/stop function

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Originally, start-stop technology was used on hybrid vehicles to enhance their fuel efficiency when they come to a halt. The technology is now spilling over to traditional vehicles to help them save fuel. Ford will offer start/start technology as an option on the 1.6 litre EcoBoost version of the 2013 Fusion (Mondeo in Europe).

 

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Priced at US$295, the start/stop option promises to improve fuel consumption by 3.5% to 10% depending on the driving patterns. Ford expects the reasonably priced option to be popular with buyers.

 

 




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So annoyed! When will this bring this in?! Of course as a Mondeo. I'm hoping end of this year or 1st quarter of next year.

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