Ford recently unveiled the racing livery for their race car that's based on the upcoming 2013 Fusion. The new racer from the American automaker is only a Fusion on the outside, though, as it packs a fierce powertrain and other racing-specification equipment under the hood that isn't quite suited for cruising the streets of Baltimore. Then why call it a Ford Fusion Race Car? Simply put, Ford wants fans to feel a connection with the car on the track.

As such, we here at Norris Ford, located at 901 Merritt Blvd. Baltimore, MD, though we'd take a moment to go over the production model that will soon be available for a test drive. Feel free to look over the specs below, then contact us to learn more and arrange a test drive once it arrives.

2013 Ford Fusion At a Glance

-    Engine: 1.6-liter EcoBoost I4, 2.0-liter EcoBoost I4, or 2.5-liter Duratec I4
-    Transmission: Six-speed 6F automatic (available with all engines) or Six-speed manual (1.6 EcoBoost only)-    Available Trim Levels: S, SE, and Titanium
-    Wheelbase: 112.2 inches-    Length: 191.7 inches-    Width: 72.9 inches-    Height:    58.1 inches-    Second generation of the mid-size sedan features styling cues from the European-inspired Ford Evos Concept
-    Equipped with MacPherson struts and an all-new multi-link rear suspension-    Features an optional auto start-stop system for the 1.6-liter EcoBoost engine model
-    Hybrid and plug-in hybrid models also in development
-    First unveiled at the 2012 North American International Auto Show
-    Fun Fact: Also called the Ford Mondeo in Europe