Ford Fusion vs Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is more fuel-efficient at 131 MPG combined, against 27 MPG for the Ford Fusion. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,900 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Fusion | Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 416 | 1,075 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Forward collision avoidance |
| Crashes and fires | 5 and 0 | 104 and 10 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 76,000 miles | 10,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 22 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 27 MPG | 131 MPG |
| City and highway | 23 and 34 | 138 and 124 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,500 | $600 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 416 complaints for the Ford Fusion and 1,075 for the Tesla Model 3. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Ford Fusion, 5 stars for the Tesla Model 3.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Ford Fusion, 22 for the Tesla Model 3.