hondaconvert

I drove both the 4- and 6-cylinder Accords. The 4 is a little underpowered for the size of the car.

I chose the Fusion V6 SEL AWD coming from 35 years of Hondas (most recently a "94 Accord wagon). I saw the Fusion at the NY Auto Show, liked the looks, and decided to go for a test drive. I drove an '09 and was unimpressed. Then I drove the '10 SEL, Hybrid and Sport. I also drove a Camry, a Venza, an Accord, a Mazda6, an Outback, a Sonata, and a Passat. The Fusion won hands down. All-wheel drive was icing on the cake. I also did countless hours of online research. I've had the car since September and have no complaints. There are only 3000 miles on it so far because I kept my '94 Accord, but the Fusion is a blast to drive - much like Hondas used to be. My Accord has 240,000 miles on it; if the Fusion can do that, I'll be one happy camper.

You were right - leaves under the hood. But I had to find them myself; the guys at Ford didn't even think it was worth considering. I'll be taking my Fusion somewhere else from now on.

It turns out the smell WAS leaves in the engine compartment. Strange but true.

Turns out the odor WAS leaves in the engine compartment.

Hi, I live one eastern Long Island in New York (the Hamptons area) I have no maple trees, but I do have a lot of oaks and beeches. The car is garaged, but I do drive through leaves in the road this time of year so I'll check under the car and under the hood. Thanks for the tip.

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll be going back to the dealer this morning.

I've had my '10 SEL V6 AWD for two months and loved it - up until now. Today, while cruising along I suddenly noticed a strong odor. It smelled like burnt pancake syrup - very strange. I fiddled with the varioius climate controls, but that made no difference. So I drove to the local dealer who took a look at it and indeed noticed the smell. Unfortunately (as is often the case) their computers were down so they could go no further. (Apparently today's cracker jack mechanics have no skills of their own and must rely on the computer.) When I returned home (problem NOT solved) I looked under the hood and smiffed around. The odor seems to be on the passenger side near a hose that looks like it's wrapped in tin foil. Any ideas? Can I drive the car 600 miles for Thanksgiving weekend?

I've had my '10 SEL V6 AWD for two months and loved it - up until now. Today, while cruising along, I suddenly noticed a strong odor. It smelled like burnt pancake syrup - very strange. I fiddled with the varioius climate controls, but that made no difference. So I drove to the local dealer who took a look at it and indeed noticed the smell. Unfortunately (as is often the case) their computers were down so they could go no further. (Apparently today's cracker jack mechanics have no skills of their own and must rely on a computer to diagnose problems.) When I returned home (problem NOT solved,) I looked under the hood and smiffed around. The odor seems to be on the passenger side near a hose that looks like it's wrapped in tin foil. Any ideas? Can I drive the car 600 miles for Thanksgiving weekend?

I had the same problem with my phone. Sign up at syncmyride.com They have an app called sync my phone that will solve your phone book problem. I'm not sure about the texting - something I don't do. Try this link: http://boards.syncco...syncmb&tid=1646 Good luck.

Yes. I too would like a locking gas door with internal release, especially since there is no gas cap. I do see a lot of older Fusions on the road. The 2010s are a totally different (and much better) car. Right now I think it's still a secret. Funny, I still have my 1994 Accord wagon - 240,000 miles and no complaints. Just hope I can say that about the Fusion fifteen years from now. Good luck with yours.

I've had my Fusion two months today. SEL V6 AWD in smokestone. I've owned Hondas since 1975 and never thought I'd switch, but Ford did hit the ball out of the park on this one. I test drove every vehicle in its class (literally), and the Fusion wins hands down. I generally got over two hundred thousand miles out of each of my Hondas - just hope I can do the same with the Fusion. Haven't had a Ford since the '72 Pinto, but so far I am loving the Fusion. Handling is tight, styling is mature and sophisticated ("sweet", as the kids would say), and the technology is amazing. This was a big step out of the box for me but I do turn heads on the road.