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Replying to: jaxs1 (Jun 03, 2007 6:54 pm) It is possible the Milan would get the 3.5L because the volume would be much lower than the Fusion and the Edge/MKX and MkZ are taking most of the existing engine plant capacity right now. |
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Hi all... While many may disagree with what I'm about to say I still have a go here at mentioning that I think Ford would gain even more sales with its Fusion/Milan duo if they offered AWD, or at least traction control, with their base 4 cylinder engine model lineup. The Sonata offers ESC/traction control throughout its ENTIRE line I believe, and this Hyundai is selling quite well. Oh well, just a thought to ponder in this thread/forum... Peace!<-  --
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Replying to: aladdinsane (Jun 04, 2007 7:15 am) I agree it would be nice if they offered it but I don't think it necessarily translates to a big increase in sales. |
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Replying to: aladdinsane (Jun 04, 2007 7:15 am) Aladdinsane, I doubt if offering the AWD option, about $2,000 extra, in the I4 configuration would increase sales all that much. Most of the people buying the I4s are interested in economy and/or a lower price. The AWD option delivers neither. Electronic Stability Control will eventually be mandatory and probably lessen the demand for AWD. We have a 2007 SEL AWD Fusion ($27,105 MSRP) and are very disappointed with our 14.8 mpg in-city mileage. The revised EPA estimate for this power train is 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. That is a detriment to sales given the rising cost of gasoline.
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Replying to: aladdinsane (Jun 04, 2007 7:15 am) 
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Consumer reports had a brief article about comparing ESC systems in their 07 annual auto guide. They liked Advance Trac in the Explorer. They said that the ESC Hyunidai uses needs more work. Mark. |
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Replying to: urnews (Jun 04, 2007 12:44 pm) Back on topic: I was pretty interested in the Milan possibly being my next car until I realized that ESC is NOT available. I bought a used Mercedes 4 years ago that has their version, called ESP. The MB ESP almost entirely negates the need for AWD. I have driven it on snow and ice and it is a MUST have option for me on any vehicle I buy. It is fantastic..! I really like the Milan/Fusion mostly because they are derived from the Mazda6 which has gotten rave reviews from owners. I owned one of the early MX-6's (1988) with a 122 hp 4-cyl and a 5 sp. manual tranny. I kept it for 9 years (9 hard driving years!) with nothing needed beyond tires, oil, brakes, and mufflers. Well, except for the seat frame that broke after 4 months, mostly my fault! It was a great car, easily the most reliable I've ever owned and the most fun to drive too. I'm hoping that heritage carries down into the Milan/Fusion and it seems that so far it has. But I have a problem with people in this forum (only a few) talking up the Fusion/Milan as SPORTS cars... And talking about the need for lots more power. First and foremost they are family sedans and if they happen to have very good handling and ride qualities along with reasonable power, that doesn't make them sports cars. Sporty sedans maybe... But far from sports car lineage... 
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Replying to: microrepair (Jun 18, 2007 8:27 am) |
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Replying to: akirby (Jun 18, 2007 8:43 am) Others results may vary... |
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Replying to: microrepair (Jun 18, 2007 9:06 am) I am acronym challenged. MB = Mercedes-Benz; ESP = Electronic Stability Program?; ABS = Anti-lock Braking System; but what does ASR stand for?
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