Overview & Reviews

Stability control is now an option on all Ford Fusions for 2009, while traction control becomes standard on all V6-powered models. Other standard equipment includes the addition of ambient lighting on the SEL trim level, and satellite radio on all but the base Fusion. Four-cylinder SEL models get a five-speed automatic transmission. Also new is the Blue Suede Package that features special blue Alcantara interior accents.

• Roomy interior, athletic handling, smooth ride, available all-wheel drive, available Sync electronics interface, competitive price.

• Engines are short on power, stability control is optional, antiquated stereo controls.

User Reviews:

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  Fusion to the Future - 2009 Ford Fusion
  By Jeff1949 - April 5 - 1:36 pm

  Perhaps the greatest thing about this car is that it does it for you. The ergonomics are such that you think that they built the car around you! The seat adjustments were perfect for me and support of my back was spot on! I guess the most important thing that I can say about this car is that the handling is comparable to a race car! I have driven race cars and this car is on par! This car goes through the turns like it is on rails! The feel through the steering wheel is awesome! I have been buying Fords since 1967, and I know quality. If I were you, Id buy a Ford!

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  Smooth ride, great value, and safe (Update 05/16) - 2009 Ford Fusion
  By Clark Shin - October 6 - 7:01 pm

  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, Im told the repair would have cost me $1,400. Anyway, no more leak after the fix so far. Im 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 Ive noticed, which is a significant one in my view. Now onto some things I dont 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 doesnt 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 dont 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.

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  A good bang for your buck - 2009 Ford Fusion
  By cheyanne fincke - December 16 - 5:08 am

  Owned this car for 7 years, NEVER a problem. New set of tires, brake pads, oil changes every 3 thousand miles, thats all !!!!

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  Best American Car Around - 2009 Ford Fusion
  By Darryl.G - March 13 - 3:09 am

  I have a 2009 Ford Fusion 4 cylinder and Ive owned this car the last year and Ive had nothing but good things to say out this car. I bought it last October with 200xxx miles. It now has 314xxx thats right I said 314,000 miles and its still working like horse. The only things I had to do is replace the serpentine belt and get a wheel alignment other than that I havent had to touch anything else. Just keep the oil changed and youll be set like a arrow. Heat still blows hot and air is still ice cold.!! If and when I do get rid of this car itll be 2011 all wheel drive but this car has shown be no signs of even thinking about giving up. I have nothing bad to say about this car other than the front and rear bumper sometimes coming apart on the sides. I would recommend this car to anyone young or old.! Its meant for everyone. One of the best cars Ford has made thus far that Ive seen

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  Ford Fusion - 2009 Ford Fusion
  By J - November 10 - 5:35 am

  I love my ford Ive had it for almost two years I have a slight knock in motor but it has never doubted me easy to fix someone smashed my window and it took about a half an hour to reinstall oil changes piece of cake overall great car hasnt let me down yet only weird part is my back seat let down button is in the trunk

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  Ford Hit The Hammer with Fusion - 2009 Ford Fusion
  By eric - June 18 - 2:26 am

  The 2009 Ford Fusion is not only comfortable, sporty, but it has class and style. I love this car! I got 36 mpg out of it on the highway! Ford is on its way back to superdom and will retain champion status with vehicles such as the 2009 Ford Fusion!