The New 2014 Mazda6 Vs The 2014 Ford Fusion

By Author: Nick Lawrence
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In today's world of high gas prices, high mileage vehicles are becoming more and more popular. They not only help drivers save at the pump, but also help protect the environment. Car manufacturers are now putting a lot more design thought into their high mileage vehicles, to attract a wider range of drivers and car buyers. Two of the most popular models are the Mazda6 and the Ford Fusion. The 2014 models of these vehicles are neck-and-neck in sales. But, which is the superior vehicle? Read on to find out.


Price and Efficiency

Lets start by looking at the price of the most basic model, versus its efficiency. The 2014 Mazda6 is available for $20,990 in its most basic model. It offers the same types of features as the $21,900 2014 Ford Fusion. So, the Mazda6 slightly beats the Fusion in affordability.


Engine Efficiency

Efficiency is perhaps the most important aspect of any vehicle. The 2014 Mazda6 and the 2014 Ford Fusion battle in this department. However, the Mazda6 slightly edges the Fusion. It has a combined fuel rating of 32 MPG, compared to the 28 MPG ...
... of the Fusion. The Mazda6 beats out the Fusion due to its incredible SkyActive engine. This engine comes standard in every Mazda6. The standard 2014 Ford Fusion does not come with the best possible engine. You need to up-grade to the EcoBoost engine. This costs at least $2,000 to $3,000 more depending on your dealer.


So, the Mazda6 has already won two out of two battles against the Fusion. This fares well for the Mazda6, but things can change quickly when you compare interiors and exteriors. Does the Mazda6 continue to hold the lead under closer inspection or does the Fusion overtake it?


Interiors

High mileage vehicles aren't often renowned for their luxuriant interiors, but the 2014 Mazda6 and the 2014 Ford Fusion stand out in this regard. They both offer comfortable, enjoyable, and relaxing interiors. However, the Mazda6 easily beats out the Fusion. The Mazda6 uses comfortable, soft-touch materials that make its cab feel more like a true luxury car. Its interior controls are also easy to understand and comfortably simple to use. The Fusion's interior is well designed and easy to understand, but offers rather boring and bland materials. It’s certainly not ugly or poorly designed, but lacks the pizazz of the Mazda6 interior.


Exteriors

So far, the Mazda6 holds the advantage over the Fusion. And it continues to do so when comparing exteriors. The 2014 Mazda6 features sleek curves and lines, a simple, elegant design, and well integrated headlights and taillights. The 2014 Ford Fusion is a little blockier and a little less sleek when compared to the Mazda6. It’s not an ugly car and individual tastes may vary. Some people enjoy blocky, less sleek vehicle designs. However, in an industry that continues to streamline its vehicles, the Fusion simply falls behind the Mazda6. It’s another battle that the Mazda6 handily wins, easily beating the Fusion in all categories.


Although the 2014 Ford Fusion is a high-quality vehicle in its class, the 2014 Mazda6 stands heads-and-shoulders above it. In fact, it remains perhaps the best vehicles of its class on the market. It offers one of the best fuel economies on the market, one of the most luxurious and comfortable interiors on the market, and a beautiful exterior that can't be beat. Why not check one out at your local Mazda dealer today? It may only take one test drive to hook you on its combination of luxury, efficiency, and high power.

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