Sedans, hatchbacks and wagons.
Am I the only one who thinks the move away from sedans is premature and ill advised. Those who think an SUV is the the only choice might want to think about it unless the space and height are really i...
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We have three sedans and 1 SUV in the family. Two of the sedans are Fords. A Fusion and a Fiesta, the other is a beater Impala the new drivers get to use and abuse. The SUV is my DW'S.
I prefer to drive sedans. I've never met a SUV that actually got the MPG on the door sticker in mixed driving. The MKC (SUV) Gets about 19- 21 in mixed driving, depending on the weight of the right foot. My Fusion gets 27-28 in the same circuit. To be fair, on long trips the SUV's can get very good MPG.
I like the locking trunk, gear is out of sight and safe.
1,000 lb tow rating on most cars is sufficient for what most home owners actually haul. Plus I think it's kind of a sham. 1,000 lbs is just the industry standard response for a sedan. These platforms could easily handle 2,500-5,000 lbs depending on the Sedan, if the OEM'S would build it.
As far as handling the Sedans win hands down (Normal sedans compared to normal SUVs) and they are much less likely to end up on their tops in an accident. Plus, with better handling you stand a better chance of manuvering around the obstical than plowing through it.
Anyway. When I go to replace this Fusion I will have to shop for a Japanese brand as my Beloved Fords have moved on from Sedans. I did have a nice 2018 Camry Rental. Very nice car.
So, all that to say, yes..I think it's a mistake to drop the Sedans.
Thanks!
Jeremiah
I prefer to drive sedans. I've never met a SUV that actually got the MPG on the door sticker in mixed driving. The MKC (SUV) Gets about 19- 21 in mixed driving, depending on the weight of the right foot. My Fusion gets 27-28 in the same circuit. To be fair, on long trips the SUV's can get very good MPG.
I like the locking trunk, gear is out of sight and safe.
1,000 lb tow rating on most cars is sufficient for what most home owners actually haul. Plus I think it's kind of a sham. 1,000 lbs is just the industry standard response for a sedan. These platforms could easily handle 2,500-5,000 lbs depending on the Sedan, if the OEM'S would build it.
As far as handling the Sedans win hands down (Normal sedans compared to normal SUVs) and they are much less likely to end up on their tops in an accident. Plus, with better handling you stand a better chance of manuvering around the obstical than plowing through it.
Anyway. When I go to replace this Fusion I will have to shop for a Japanese brand as my Beloved Fords have moved on from Sedans. I did have a nice 2018 Camry Rental. Very nice car.
So, all that to say, yes..I think it's a mistake to drop the Sedans.
Thanks!
Jeremiah
