April 2018 is when Ford reported a $1.7 billion profit for the first quarter of that year and an industry-shaking plan. More specifically, the Blue Oval told investors that every car in the U.S. lineup except for the Mustang would be discontinued in favor of sport utility vehicles and pickups.
The Ford Motor Company explained this development through “declining consumer demand and product profitability,” which is understandable because everyone wants a brand-new Bronco over a Fusion. Be that as it may, the Fusion will come back as a Subaru Outback-rivaling crosswagon.
Evos is expected to be the name of the newcomer based on multiple trademark filings, and the latest spy shots reveal quite a tall roofline compared to the intermediate sedan it replaces. Pictured cold-weather testing in the United States of America, the prototype is camouflaged from head to toe, although many components appear to be ready for production.
The LED daytime running lights are matched with LED taillights, roof rails, a two-piece panoramic sunroof with a power-operated front panel, and red brake calipers are featured, along with a shark-fin antenna and high ground clearance. Don’t be fooled by the camouflage on the rear end and window because the Evos features a coupe-style rake based on previous photos.
Like the Bronco Sport, Escape, and Focus, the replacement for the Fusion and Euro-spec Mondeo will ride on what Ford calls the C2. A modular platform developed for transverse applications, the scalable architecture will be utilized by the Maverick unibody pickup truck as well.
An eight-speed automatic transmission will be standard in the Evos, but knowing the Ford Motor Company, Intelligent All-Wheel Drive will be optionally available. Marketed as iAWS by the Dearborn-based automaker, this AWD system improves handling and traction by monitoring the wheel speed, rate of acceleration, throttle pedal position, and steering wheel angle.
In terms of engine choices, I’m afraid that Ford will offer a three-cylinder turbo as standard. The 1.5-liter EcoBoost develops 181 horsepower and 190 pound-feet (258 Nm) of torque, representing slightly better figures than the 2.5-liter i-VCT in the Fusion. The 2.0-liter EcoBoost would be my guess for the only alternative; the four-cylinder turbo that offers 245 horsepower and 275 pound-feet (373 Nm) of torque in the Bronco Sport.
Evos is expected to be the name of the newcomer based on multiple trademark filings, and the latest spy shots reveal quite a tall roofline compared to the intermediate sedan it replaces. Pictured cold-weather testing in the United States of America, the prototype is camouflaged from head to toe, although many components appear to be ready for production.
The LED daytime running lights are matched with LED taillights, roof rails, a two-piece panoramic sunroof with a power-operated front panel, and red brake calipers are featured, along with a shark-fin antenna and high ground clearance. Don’t be fooled by the camouflage on the rear end and window because the Evos features a coupe-style rake based on previous photos.
Like the Bronco Sport, Escape, and Focus, the replacement for the Fusion and Euro-spec Mondeo will ride on what Ford calls the C2. A modular platform developed for transverse applications, the scalable architecture will be utilized by the Maverick unibody pickup truck as well.
An eight-speed automatic transmission will be standard in the Evos, but knowing the Ford Motor Company, Intelligent All-Wheel Drive will be optionally available. Marketed as iAWS by the Dearborn-based automaker, this AWD system improves handling and traction by monitoring the wheel speed, rate of acceleration, throttle pedal position, and steering wheel angle.
In terms of engine choices, I’m afraid that Ford will offer a three-cylinder turbo as standard. The 1.5-liter EcoBoost develops 181 horsepower and 190 pound-feet (258 Nm) of torque, representing slightly better figures than the 2.5-liter i-VCT in the Fusion. The 2.0-liter EcoBoost would be my guess for the only alternative; the four-cylinder turbo that offers 245 horsepower and 275 pound-feet (373 Nm) of torque in the Bronco Sport.
The Ford Evos broke cover recently at the Shanghai auto show as a very stylish bit of forbidden fruit. Unfortunately, this China-only model won’t make it into the U.S. car market. Despite this, the Ford has generated a ton of buzz worldwide thanks to its ultra-sharp styling.
The reborn Fusion crossover wagon (and there's no guarantee this name will be chosen) could be the replacement. If so, it would mark a somewhat different approach for Ford within the SUV crossover.
While it is technically a car, this Evos certainly is leaning heavily into the direction of a station wagon or crossover. According to Car and Driver, there is cause for celebration. That’s because this model might preview what a replacement to the Fusion could look like.
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Is the Ford Evos a station wagon or a crossover?
- A prototype for what appears to be a Ford Fusion crossover wagon has leaked via Instagram. While the Fusion was sold in the States exclusively as a sedan, it has been offered in other variants.
- Back in 2019, Ford Authority reported that the Ford Fusion, which was discontinued last summer, would be coming back as a crossover for the global market. Then, this past October, we saw an early prototype wearing piecemeal body parts.
It isn’t easy to pin the Ford Evos to one body style. That’s because this model combines many popular elements into one design that sits on the fence of multiple segments. For starters, its doors are quite tall like you’d expect in a crossover. However, it remains relatively close to the ground like a standard sedan.
Looking toward the rear, we see a sloping roofline commonly used by coupe-style SUVs. However, its long roof and hatch are also quite reminiscent of a station wagon. Despite trying to accomplish so many different looks, it all comes together quite cohesively in photos.
One thing that is quite evident from the front end is the massive grille and air intakes. As a result, Car and Driver report that we’re likely not looking at an EV. While this might seem like a small detail, it could create room for it in other markets worldwide. Sideload sky go.
Ford Fusion Crossover Mule
This could be the replacement for the discontinued Fusion
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The Ford Evos comes just a few years after the American carmaker decided to stop building sedans for the U.S. market specifically. Instead, the carmaker has focused solely on SUVs, sports cars, and EVs. As a result, there is a Fusion-sized hole left in the carmaker’s lineup for the U.S. To this end, Car and Driver argue that the Evos might preview a model we could see in the relatively near future.
2022 Ford Fusion Crossover-style Wagon
For years, rumors have suggested that the Fusion would return as a station wagon named the Active wagon, says Car and Driver. Given the Evos’ unusual body style, it might stray just far enough into crossover territory to entice U.S. buyers. Additionally, if it houses an internal combustion powertrain, it might not step on the Mach-E’s toes. Regardless, its similar proportions might pose a problem.
When could we see a Ford Evos-inspired vehicle?
Ford Fusion Crossover
As of writing, there is still plenty we don’t know about the Ford Evos. For example, the American carmaker hasn’t publicly stated anything regarding its engine, chassis, pricing, or arrival time. The only thing we know for sure is that it’ll arrive in China first.
2021 Ford Fusion Crossover
Given its structural similarities to the Mach-E, we might not get this exact model in the U.S. However, if those station wagon rumors come true, the discontinued Fusion might return to steal the show.