Engine Swap

[jeezlouise]

I currently own a 2011 Ford Fusion SE, I love my car, so I would like to swap engine for better performance,  has anyone swapped engines, if so any recommendations  ik I'd need to upgrade  other stuff as well

Edited September 13, 2023 by jeezlouise

[bbf2530]

2 hours ago, jeezlouise said:

I currently own a 2011 Ford Fusion SE, I love my car, so I would like to swap engine for better performance,  has anyone swapped engines, if so any recommendations  ik I'd need to upgrade  other stuff as well

 

Hi jeezlouise and welcome to the Ford Fusion Forum. You do not mention which engine you currently have in your 2011 Fusion.

 

An engine swap is a relatively major job. And to avoid winding up with an expensive paper weight in your driveway, you would be limited to the engines which were available in the 2007-2012 Fusion models.

 

And unless you currently have a Fusion Sport with the 3.5L V-6, even that engine would be excluded. Other than a "tune", there is simply not much you can do to realistically upgrade performance in any meaningful manner.

 

Even aftermarket cat-back exhausts and/or CAI's (Cold Air Intakes) are a waste of money, since the Fusion already has quality exhaust and intake systems. So spending that money will do nothing for performance. They will simply give you more intake and exhaust sound/noise. And performance "chips" are a waste of money.

 

In my opinion, you would be better off spending your money on making your Fusion look better. Perhaps new wheels, etc. Or if you really want more performance, buy a Fusion Sport or other higher performing vehicle you may like.

 

I am sure others will jump in with more advice.

 

Keep us updated and good luck.

[WKelley]

You cannot simply install a different size engine in any modern car.  You would have to change so much it is not financially viable as an option.  

 

I look at my relatively simple 2010 2.5L and think how easy it would be to pop on a turbo, but making it work would cost more than buying a much faster car.