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Buick Verano vs Ford Fusion

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2017 Buick Verano

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2020 Ford Fusion

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Overview

SpecBuick Verano1SVFord FusionS
Selected trim1SVS
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic6-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20172020

Pricing & market

SpecBuick Verano1SVFord FusionS
MSRP$21,065 (best)$23,170
Lowest listing price—$5,995 (best)
Median listing price—$11,595 (best)
Highest listing price—$17,548 (best)
For sale now09 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBuick Verano1SVFord FusionS
Combined MPG24 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG21 MPG
Highway MPG31 MPG31 MPG
Fuel tank15.6 gal16.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBuick Verano1SVFord FusionS
Horsepower180 hp (best)173 hp
Torque171 lb-ft174 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecBuick Verano1SVFord FusionS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft16 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,300 lbs (best)3,472 lbs
Wheelbase105.7 in112.2 in (best)
Length183.9 in191.8 in (best)
Width71.4 in72.9 in (best)
Height58.1 in58.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBuick Verano1SVFord FusionS
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)3

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBuick VeranoFord Fusion
1

1SV

$21,065 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$23,170 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport Touring

$24,115 MSRP

SE

$24,500 MSRP

3

Leather Group

$26,555 MSRP

SE

$27,885 MSRP

4—

SEL

$28,690 MSRP

5—

Titanium

$34,450 MSRP

6—

Titanium

$36,450 MSRP

7—

Titanium

$37,000 MSRP

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Buick Verano vs Ford Fusion FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Buick Verano or 2020 Ford Fusion?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Buick Verano vs 2020 Ford Fusion on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2017 Buick Verano or 2020 Ford Fusion?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Buick Verano starts lower at $21,065. Live Ford Fusion listings start at $5,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Buick Verano or 2020 Ford Fusion?
The 2017 Buick Verano leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,065).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Buick Verano or 2020 Ford Fusion?
The 2020 Ford Fusion leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (42).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2017 Buick Verano or 2020 Ford Fusion?
The 2020 Ford Fusion leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Buick Verano or 2020 Ford Fusion?
The 2020 Ford Fusion leads on horsepower in this comparison (245).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2017 Buick Verano or 2020 Ford Fusion?
The 2017 Buick Verano leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 Buick Verano vs 2020 Ford Fusion?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Buick Verano (5/5 NHTSA overall); Ford Fusion (5/5 NHTSA overall).