Overview & Reviews
For 2009, Ford has shuffled the trim levels for the Focus. The sedan now comes in four trim levels and the coupe is available in two. The coupe, although just introduced last year, also gets an exterior freshening and a couple minor modifications for improved performance. Heated leather seats are now standard on the top-of-the-line SEL sedan and optional on the trim level below it (both the sedan and the coupe). Finally, stability control has been added to the options list.
- Innovative Sync system, very good fuel economy, plush ride quality, responsive steering, low price.
- Budget interior materials.
User Reviews:
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Solid Little Runner - 2009 Ford Focus
By Gary in WI - October 7 - 12:07 pmI purchased a new SEL with two options (ABS/ESC and Auto Tranny). I now have 3000 miles on the odometer and the car has performed flawlessly. Gas mileage has been good - 35 mph and getting better. I bought this car as a daily commuter, putting on 75 miles per day and in this regard, it has been ideal. I looked at Madza 3 and the Mini Cooper, but the price-point and simplicity of the Focus appealed to me. Also, having rented many small cars, I have had better-than-average experiences with the Focus. Overall, Im happy with my purchase and would do it again.
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12K mile report: 2009 Focus SES Coupe - 2009 Ford Focus
By Bo - October 3 - 10:11 amVery satisfying driving experience! 36 tank fills of 50/50 mixed driving and Im averaging 31 MPG actual (on-board computer says 32.1). Amazingly no rattles. Fit & finish very good, but door & cup holder plastic scratches easily. Dark blue metallic paint gets frequent compliments. Only maintenance: oil change/tire rotation! I added a 3- piece Curt Hitch (used for bikes, not towing) which is a perfect fit & well hidden behind bumper. The German built 5-speed manual is precise. The care appears tall for its width, but the looks will grow on you...mostly because the coupe is distinctive. Stereo should satisfy most listeners. A perfect commuting car. Only wish it was a hatch and seats folded flat
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Get more than you think - 2009 Ford Focus
By Jim - September 7 - 4:34 pmBought the SEL because of the leather int, and fuel mileage. I average 33mpg overall city/highway. Because I live in a pzev state (maine) if you want power out if the engine it needs to be around 2500 rpm. Sync is good, stereo is good seats good, arm rest well placed at least for me (tall thin) seems the late model 09 have the trunk release inside and temp and compass. I drive on not the best secondary roads most the time so other than short wheelbase issues no real complaints.
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Love my car. - 2009 Ford Focus
By dan - September 2 - 12:37 amThe car rides great, pretty stiff suspension that handles bumps very well, and its very responsive and tight. It was mainly Sync that got my attention when it came to finding a new car. I do come from a family that has owned quite a lot of fords, because they made pretty decent cars. Take the build quality up a bit, and you get a new Ford. The car feels like its built very well. With only a 140hp engine, it does struggle to get up most hills. paired up with the 4 speed auto and no torque, driving on hilly roads isnt pleasant. Ive only put 2500 miles on my car so far, but it seems to be pretty great.
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Big improvemnet over previous Ford C car - 2009 Ford Focus
By peter - August 28 - 9:25 amBig improvement in driving dynamics and nvh over previous foci. Well equipped for price. exterior styling is a hit or miss affair. I would prefer something a little less daring. Not crazy about squarish look on front bumper cover and hood line seems a little contrived. Havent had car for long but NVH seems good and based on past experience with Ford dont expect many service issues. Good gas mileage for a "heavy" C car. Ford has spent a lot of effort to tweak gas mileage performance.
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Beat our Civic - 2009 Ford Focus
By alwaysyodeling - August 25 - 4:33 pmWe have been long time drivers of the Honda Civic which is a nice small car. Our FORD Focus has been a delight and we think a big improvement over the Civic. Nice tight fit,good pep,easy handling, fun, mileage 36-37 on highway driving usually at 75mph. Feels roomier inside and when I had to put four adults and baby seat in there was no problem. We had a Ford Escort 1995 that is still going for friends at 200,000 miles. The Focus feels like that kind of solid but more jazz... Oh yeah nice SYNC.
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I hate this car - 2009 Ford Focus
By mbrice03 - August 25 - 11:33 amIts way too small and has no power at all. It seems to be drinking fuel, and the transmission seems to be slipping. I hate everything about this car!
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Super-Fine Focus! - 2009 Ford Focus
By Jay - August 25 - 9:38 amThe Focus has been all we could have hoped for, and MORE! The MPG is better than advertised the "fit" is perfect the Sirius radio is a great feature the roominess, including a very large trunk, is wonderful. I would HIGHLY recommend it to any friend who was looking for a similar- sized car.
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awesome coupe - 2009 Ford Focus
By Dennis F - August 20 - 8:32 pmI have owned several gti, 3 series, and mazda products. This is a killer coupe for the money and makes the Cobalt and Civic feel like econo rattle traps
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So far Im impressed !! - 2009 Ford Focus
By gqlefty - August 13 - 10:26 amThanks to web-sites like this one, my selection process was easier to make. We downsized from driving an Expedition for the last 10 years. Havent had it long but so far this SEL has made the change an easy one and my wife loves it. Especially the GAS bill !! My son drives a 99 V6 Stang and it has been bullet- proof. So I lean towards driving another Ford product. Ford has done their home work on this one and has a winner for a small car. Ford must be reading these reviews because my SEL has 3 headrests in the back seat(2 would be enough) and an inside trunk release which earlier models lacked. Will report back in about 20K miles to update my review. All for under $19K, Im very impressed
