2009 Ford Fusion
Price: $3,995
Ford Fusion Reviews
Owner Reviews
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A good bang for your buck
cheyanne fincke, 06/22/2016
2009 Ford Fusion SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
Owned this car for 7 years, NEVER a problem. New set of tires, brake pads, oil changes every 3 thousand miles, thats all !!!!
was skeptical wow it made me a Ford man
oleander, 09/05/2015
2009 Ford Fusion S 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)
Best car I've owned in a long time. Last great car that I owned that just was a great driving car kwas a Mazda 323 in 89 . Friend of mine who manages a dealership helped me get out of a bad BMW 325i horrible problems with that car was probably a previous owner didn't take care of it anyway he said take the fusion it will treat you right wow....... it Handel's great is super easy to keep … interior looking good and clean. I've put 100,000 on it only replaced a water pump and it Handel's better than a few others of driven my son in law has a Honda civic and it was cheaper than his and compared to the way it drives mine is a luxury car
Best car i've ever owned hands down!
captain_fluffy, 10/15/2014
2009 Ford Fusion SEL 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5A)
I bought my 09 SE Fusion w/Sport Appearance package (18" low profile tire/wheels) with 23k miles on it. It was a lease out of Michigan and driven by some woman I can tell.
It now has close to 70k on it, and it hasn't ever skipped a beat! I did get it stuck in the snow twice, so having FWD with no traction control can be a PITA, but other than that, the car is wonderful to drive. … Handles corners beautifully, takes bumps just fine (even with the low profile tires). I'm personally 6'1" and I fit into it like a glove.
Smooth ride, great value, and safe (Update 05/16)
Clark Shin, 02/01/2016
2009 Ford Fusion SEL 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
Updated 5/3/16:
The sunroof started leaking with very small drips of water droplets through the front dome light area during heavy rain. Apparently, this has been an issue. Fortunately, the extended warranty covered the repair where the dealer replaced the sunroof glass. Without the warranty, I'm told the repair would have cost me $1,400. Anyway, no more leak after the fix so far. I'm … taking a star off for reliability due to the sun-roof leaking. Still really enjoy driving the car though.
Original Review:
I was looking for a AWD sedan and found the 2009 Ford Fusion AWD V6 SEL to be the perfect fit for what I looking for to drive in the Northeast. I bought it 5 year old used car. The ride is smooth and the V6 provides very good power. The car is on the heavier side, but it feels sturdy and safe. The gear transitions are smooth and handles very well. For a non-luxury car, the quietness at highway speeds is completely acceptable. Navigation is very good and I like that it can be upgraded via a disk and not remotely. The seats are comfortable and the 2-level heated seats are great in cold seasons. I like the center compartment in the dashboard console where I can put a small tissue box and other small items. The sound system is great and bluetooth works very well. The value of the car is great. It does not look it and certainly it is nowhere near bonafide luxury, but with the SEL trim and the sporty handling with V6, this car has much to offer in comfort, safety, ride, quietness, and along with options such as navigation, rear parking sensor, heated seats and leather seating.
There are some trouble spots, however. One major trouble spot is its ABS pump, which completely failed one day when driving over a pothole. I bought Ford PremiumCare when I bought the car and it paid off when the ABS failed, which I found out, is covered. I had to wait over a month for the local Ford dealership to get the part, because apparently Ford decided to provide a different ABS pump than the original one. My guess is that the original ABS pump was not very good, so Ford decided to assign a new one. Apparently, the brake is a common trouble spot with this year-model. Also, there is a cosmetic issue on the passenger side dashboard around the passenger side air bag. The outside material is popping out and you can see the yellow foam underneath it. I asked a Ford dealer and they said that it is merely a cosmetic issue caused by heat distorting the material, but it would not affect the air bag function. Visually, it is an eye sore. This is the only interior quality issue I've noticed, which is a significant one in my view.
Now onto some things I don't like about the car. The trunk does not lift very easily. When you open the trunk, it only unlocks and it is quite heavy to lift it. The car doesn't tell you when the window washer fluid is low, so you have to guess when the fluid level is low. The navigation location is low, so when you glance at it, your vision is almost taken completely off of the road. I don't mind the manual reclining lever. I do wish the passenger side seat controls were also automatic and not completely manual.
Other than these issues, I really like the car. It feels solid, drives very well, and safe. I prefer the old school 2006-2009 design that is less flashy and aggressive looking than the newer Fusions.
Safety
Key safety features on the Fusion include:
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
FAQ
Is the Ford Fusion a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2009 Fusion both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2009 Fusion gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 114 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Fusion has 15.8 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Ford Fusion. Learn more
Is the Ford Fusion reliable?
To determine whether the Ford Fusion is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Fusion. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Fusion's 5-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2009 Ford Fusion a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2009 Ford Fusion is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2009 Fusion gets an average rating of 5 stars out of 5 (based on 114 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2009 Fusion is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2009 Ford Fusion?
The least-expensive 2009 Ford Fusion is the 2009 Ford Fusion S 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $19,035.
Other versions include:
- S 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M) which starts at $19,035
- SE 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M) which starts at $20,175
- SEL 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5A) which starts at $22,310
- SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6A) which starts at $22,495
- SEL 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6A) which starts at $23,755
- SE 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A) which starts at $24,345
- SEL 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A) which starts at $25,605
What are the different models of Ford Fusion?
If you're interested in the Ford Fusion, the next question is, which Fusion model is right for you? Fusion variants include S 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M), SE 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M), SEL 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5A), and SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6A). For a full list of Fusion models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$198/mo for Fusion S
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$225/mo
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