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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Dont buy this peice of junk - 2009 Ford Focus
By dneilsen - March 15 - 9:57 amWe bought this car new in 2009. within the first year the brakes had to be repaired the second year the cv joints went out. In 2011 I was driving it to work and had alot of vibration in the front end and found out from our mechanic that the wheel bearings was worn out. I would highly recomend you avoid this mistake.
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great car! - 2009 Ford Focus
By handle3399 - January 4 - 8:55 pmI have had my SEL for three years -- It feels solid, quiet, peppy now that I added a Ford Speed Werks cold air intake (CAI), and performance plugs... Mileage is great, ride is plush, I put on performance tires - GF-Force to go along with CAI. HP now is estimated at 172...also has a chip. Extremely reliable even in -30 C. I like it better than new one - more distinguished design.
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Its an OK car - 2009 Ford Focus
By ss2ray - December 13 - 4:25 pmI have been driving an 09 Focus for sometime now. I own both a Chevy and Ford, and thought this would be a good car to run around town in and commute with. I thought one of these cheap eco/gas freindly car, would be a good idea. I am re-thinking this concept. What you gain in MPGs, you loose in comfort, power, peace of mind, etc. I would only recommend this car commuter car, if you can tolerate the road noise. It is noisy! The road noise is horrid, the brakes are soft and slow to respond. We had to drive this car from NC to El Paso, Texas. It was the most uncomfortable ride ever. Look elsewhere if you want to feel and be more comfortable, its worth trading the MPGs for a few $s.
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Almost 3yrs with my 09 SE sedan-automatic - 2009 Ford Focus
By skater69 - November 13 - 11:30 pmBought new in Feb. 09. Now closing in on 30K miles. The auto isnt exactly quick but it gets up to speed fast enough. Very comfortable car and easy to drive. Great on the highway.....80mph is about 2900rpm only. Gas mpg close to 30mpg overall. Higway 35mpg. Just a nice easy car to drive thats also comfortable with a pretty civilized ride. I love the leather wrapped steering wheel/cruise control package that my SE came with . I also like the looks. No problems at all thus far although I do hear a slight rattle coming from the left rear but its not nearly audible enough to bother me or be that noticeable. The stock Hankooks were lame and lasted 25K miles. New Kumhos-better!
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47,000 Mile Report 2009 Focus SES Coupe - 2009 Ford Focus
By dbk2011 - October 9 - 10:18 amExtremely well built car. Bought new in Feb 09. Still looks and drives showrooom new without a squeak or rattle. ONLY maintenance to date: Oil & filter changes, tire rotations every 6K miles replaced air filter. I ran two bottles of Gumout fuel system cleaner through the tank at 40K. At 47K miles, replaced OEM Kumho 215 45 17 tires with Continental Extreme DWS. Absolutely nothing else. Lifetime average actual fuel consumption in mixed driving is very good 30.6 MPG. Exterior look is distinctive. It is comfortable, relatively quiet and fun to drive with 5-speed manual. Very little wind noise, average road noise. Ideal commuter. Custom Curt hitch works great on this car for hauling bikes.
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Great Small Car - 2009 Ford Focus
By gql - May 14 - 4:29 pm2009 SEL...27000 miles.....30 plus mpg....Very satisfied...would buy again.....Good job Ford!!
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Great Car - 2009 Ford Focus
By april1030 - April 24 - 11:42 pmI have had my 09 Focus for about 2 months and its great. The gas milage is really good and I have had no problems with this car. The SYNC system is a plus but at times the voice active comands wont resgiter. I love being able to use my cell phone hands free while I am driving. The USB port is great because I can listen to my Ipod and charge it too. The area where the USB port is located is very dark at night (it is not illumnated when you turn on the headlights). I find that after I have been driving for a while my knee starts to hurT. It could be because I am only 5 feet tall. Great car for the money!
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Practical, Fun, & Best Value - 2009 Ford Focus
By awelling - January 5 - 3:40 amThis car has proved to be worth every penny I spent. From the fun Sync system to my 40 mpg (all highway driving), I couldnt ask for more in an economical car. I have driven 40,000 miles with only routine maintenance and I just replaced the tires. I would highly recommend this car for anyone who has long commutes daily.
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Manual transmission - 2009 Ford Focus
By kristin sutkaitis - November 13 - 2:00 amMy car has 23,000 miles on it. I recently took it to the dealership because I had a hard time putting into reverse and into first, when it is cold outside. they said the problem wasnt happening when they had my car. dont get me wrong I love the car, but i just want to know what wrong with it. its still under warranty. am I the only one who is having this problem?
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Great car for the money - 2009 Ford Focus
By Kipp8302 - November 10 - 2:00 amThis is my 3rd focus and they have all been great cars. on this one I have done a few mods to it (short shifter, lowered 1.5", exhaust, intake) all of which have helped the overall performance and experience of the car. even stock the car handled very well for its class and has great gas mileage (i maintain a 32mpg average). vast improvements over the previous models and far as comfort, sound level, performance, economy. driver comfort is great. I have done several long drives in this car with no problems. not as comfy for passengers though (not as adjustable seats). I have a kid and there is enough room for a stroller and goodies and decent back seat room for him. overall a great car.
