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A popular segment of the market, the D-segment is one that has grown despite a global slowdown in automotive sales. Two strong contenders in this market space, the Ford Fusion and Mazda 6, have for years battled it out and attempted to outdo one another, leaving potential buyers in the winning seat.
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Exterior
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Elegant in the way that it carries itself, the Ford Fusion is instantly recognizable with its swept-back headlamps and Aston Martin-esque grille. The bulging contours along the hood, lend the American sedan an intimidating aura, one that is matched by the sinister appeal of the Mazda. With careful use of chrome and softer lines along the exterior, the 2017 Mazda 6 comes across as a tad mature and dignified.
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Interior
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Within the cabin, the 2017 Ford Fusion opts for a more conventional approach with a floating center console, wood trim and supple leather adorning the interior. The Mazda 6, on the other hand, follows a cleaner and sportier layout with a sizeable infotainment screen sat atop the dashboard, paddle shifters located behind the steering wheel, and a large, legible instrument cluster.
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Performance
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Fitted with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, the Ford Fusion is good for 175 horsepower and 237 Nm of torque – power that it directs through a 6-speed automatic transmission to the wheels up front. The sportier Mazda, trumps its American rival in the power department with 185 horsepower and 250 Nm of torque from an identical-sized engine.
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Verdict
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Although in the same segment of the market, the Fusion and Mazda 6 seem to appeal to buyers of different age brackets. While the Ford is targeted at the more mature buyers, the Mazda’s performance aspirations aid it in appealing to a younger audience. Having said that, the Ford’s safety and technological features simply can’t be overlooked.
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