The recently released Ford Fusion gets decent fuel economy, roughly 23 miles per gallon in the city and 34 on the highway with a standard four-cylinder engine. If you're looking to save money at the pump, but didn't buy the hybrid version that gets 41 MPG in urban driving, there are still ways to get more miles per gallon from a Ford Fusion.
Check your tire pressure. The federal government says that you can improve fuel economy by 3.3 percent by keeping tires properly inflated. Many people don't make a habit of regularly checking their tires, but to get more fuel efficiency, use the air compressor to inflate each tire to its recommended pressure. Check every 30 seconds while inflatiing, so you don't over-inflate the tires.
Remove anything you don't need from the vehicle. That includes items in the trunk, the backseat and underneath the front seats. Any unnecessary weight forces the engine to work harder to propel the car, and in turn increases the amount of fuel consumed.
Store roof racks and external cargo carriers when you don't need them. The aerodynamic drag they create, especially at high speeds, can limit the fuel economy you experience while driving a Ford Fusion.
Take the car to an auto body shop for a check-up and inspection. This is especially important if you have been noticing a decline in the average distance you can drive on one tank of gas. Even minor repairs may have an effect.
Drive calmly. Of the many factors that influence a car's fuel economy, driving style may have the greatest effect, according to several government agencies. For example, the Ford Fusion's fuel efficiency suffers when traveling more than 60 miles per hour. Eliminating quick starts in the city can also improve fuel efficiency by up to five percent.
