The new Ford Fusion is a snappy, jazzy, fun ride. Beyond the good looks, though, is a midsize sedan – positioned between the Ford Focus and Ford Five Hundred – that really registers a gold mark with its well-wrapped offerings. The lengthy list of solid gold packaging includes four wheel independent suspension, two engine choices (a 160 horsepower 2.3-liter four cylinder and a 3.0-liter V6 producing 221 horsepower at 6250 rpm and 205 pounds-feet of peak torque at 4800 rpm), an on-the-mark braking system, and a rack and pinion steering system that trims the occurrence of unwanted noise and vibration because it’s mounted to the front sub-frame. Fusion also provides ample interior roominess as well as 15.8 cubic feet of trunk space. Fusion is the first Ford vehicle to be completely designed, engineered and tested for assembly in the computer world. And without doubt, this sedan proves that digital product development can elicit a grand car. Its ride and handling is superb, and its get-up-and-go is remarkable. The Fusion SEL is jammed with standard fare, like 17-inch aluminum wheels, AM/FM in-dash MP3/CDX6 audio system, power mirrors/locks/doors, analog clock, fog lamps, six cupholders, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, dual exhaust, and message center. Fusion emphasizes safety with an array of airbags; options include a front thorax airbag and side curtain airbags. The per gallon mileage count is 21 city/29 highway for the V6 sedan with automatic transmission. MSRP of Fusion SEL is $21,710.