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Dodge Avenger vs Ford Fusion

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

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2020 Ford Fusion

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Overview

SpecDodge AvengerSEFord FusionS
Selected trimSES
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automatic6-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20142020

Pricing & market

SpecDodge AvengerSEFord FusionS
MSRP$20,595 (best)$23,170
Lowest listing price$4,499 (best)$5,995
Median listing price$4,499 (best)$11,595
Highest listing price$4,499 (best)$17,548
For sale now19 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge AvengerSEFord FusionS
Combined MPG24 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG21 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank16.9 gal (best)16.5 gal

Performance

SpecDodge AvengerSEFord FusionS
Horsepower173 hp173 hp
Torque166 lb-ft174 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecDodge AvengerSEFord FusionS
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13.5 cu ft16 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,400 lbs (best)3,472 lbs
Ground clearance6 in (best)—
Wheelbase108.9 in112.2 in (best)
Length192.6 in (best)191.8 in
Width72.8 in72.9 in (best)
Height58.4 in (best)58.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge AvengerSEFord FusionS
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)3 / 5 ★3 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)3 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole2 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
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.

TrimDodge AvengerFord Fusion
1

SE

$20,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S

$23,170 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SXT

$23,295 MSRP

SE

$24,500 MSRP

3

R/T

$25,795 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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Dodge Avenger vs Ford Fusion FAQ

Which is better: 2014 Dodge Avenger or 2020 Ford Fusion?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Dodge Avenger 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: 2014 Dodge Avenger or 2020 Ford Fusion?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2014 Dodge Avenger starts lower at $20,595. Live Dodge Avenger listings start at $4,499. Live Ford Fusion listings start at $5,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Dodge Avenger or 2020 Ford Fusion?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,595).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Dodge Avenger or 2020 Ford Fusion?
The 2020 Ford Fusion leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (42).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2014 Dodge Avenger or 2020 Ford Fusion?
The 2020 Ford Fusion leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2014 Dodge Avenger or 2020 Ford Fusion?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on horsepower in this comparison (283).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2014 Dodge Avenger or 2020 Ford Fusion?
The 2014 Dodge Avenger leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 Dodge Avenger vs 2020 Ford Fusion?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Avenger (4/5 NHTSA overall); Ford Fusion (5/5 NHTSA overall).