Hybrid cars continue to grow in popularity, which puts a higher demand on car companies to produce more efficient and stylish models. The 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid and the 2013 Toyota Camry Hybrid are battling it out for the top spot as the segment leader. Randall Reed’s Planet Ford in Spring, TX (serving Houston, The Woodlands, Tomball, Aldine and Conroe) believes that you should be able to compare for yourself.
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Ford Motor Company has emerged as the industry leader with their completely redesigned 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The Fusion has a 2.0L engine with a total 188 horsepower that produces 47 miles per gallon for city, highway and combined. According to U.S. News & World Report, the 2013 Ford Fusion ranked #1 in the most affordable midsize car and hybrid car. Not only is the Ford Fusion affordable with excellent fuel economy, but it also comes with Ford EcoGuide which coaches you to get the best MPG. Other technology available includes MyFord Touch, which allows drivers to access to their phone, navigation, climate and entertainment all hands-free.
The 2013 Toyota Camry hybrid didn’t fall too short, and took the #2 spot as the most affordable midsize car, according to U.S. News & World Report. The Camry has a 2.5L engine and gets up to 43 city and 39 highway miles per gallon — which is less than the Fusion. Toyota offers the Entune infotainment system, which syncs with your smartphone and uses your data plan to access things like Bing and Pandora.
It’s clear to see the Ford Fusion is the overall winner in this segment. When you’re ready for a test drive, just take the short drive down I-45 to Randall Reed’s Planet Ford in Spring, TX