Buying a used automatic

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Buying a used automatic

Is there a problem with the automatic gearbox of the Ford Fusion? Ford are not making any new Fusion automatics at present. I have a Fusion diesel at present 7 years old and I am looking for a automatic one about 3years old. Or could you recommend a similar tall car?

Asked on 11 July 2011 by billlaw

Answered by Honest John

The Fusion is on its way out to be replaced by the B-MAX. A Nissan Note auto has a proper torque converter autobox, but there is no diesel auto. An old shape Honda Jazz had a CVT auto, the first of the new shapes has an automated manual, same as the Fusion, then a CVT again from February this year.

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