Those shopping around for a new midsize sedan in Portsmouth are probably choosing between the 2018 Ford Fusion S and the 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE. These are both excellent family sedans, meeting many of your vehicle needs. This is why it is so difficult to choose between these two specific models. Our goal at Portsmouth Ford is always to help you through the entire car buying process and we know how important the research phase is when purchasing a new vehicle. We want to help you find that midsize sedan in Portsmouth that best fits the lifestyles of you and your family. We have done our research on both the 2018 Ford Fusion S and the 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE, figuring out which one is better for the modern family.

Starting under the hood, the 2018 Ford Fusion S brings you a 4-cylinder, 2.5 liter engine, while the 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE has a slightly smaller 4-cylinder 2.4 liter engine behind the grille. The 2018 Ford Fusion S has an engine immobilizer, which is an electronic security feature that prevents the engine from starting up unless the correct key is present. This makes your car impossible to hot wire. Speaking of safety, the 2018 Fusion S presents you with a rear window defroster to allow for a clear line of sight via your rearview mirror. The 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE does not bring you this feature. The 2018 Ford Fusion S possesses a 12V power outlet for all your technology charging needs. If you need to charge something via a 12V power outlet in your Hyundai Sonata SE, then you are out of luck as this feature is unavailable.

The 2018 Ford Fusion S has available premium wheels, letting you ride on pure luxury. The 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE doesn't present you with this option. The Fusion also has a wider wheelbase, measuring in at 112.2 inches while the Sonata hovers around 110.4 inches. The Fusion is also longer than the Sonata, as it is 191.7 inches long. The 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE is a slightly smaller 191 inches long. This helps the Fusion to be more roomy than the Sonata in certain parts of the cabin. For instance, the 2018 Ford Fusion S presents your passengers with 38.3 inches of rear legroom, while the 2018 Hyundai Sonata SE tops out at 35.6 inches of total rear legroom.