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2009 Mercury Milan

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Overview

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2009 Mercury Milan Review

By KBB.com Editors

As part of the brand's revival plan, Mercury has aimed the 2009 Milan squarely at customers who place a premium on upscale styling both inside and out. Sharing its engines and chassis with the Ford Fusion (and thus with the last generation Mazda MAZDA6), the Milan wades into the lucrative midsize family sedan market with a sense of individual style and available all-wheel-drive capabilities not offered on the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry. Offered with a choice of a fuel-efficient four-cylinder or powerful V6 engine, the Milan features enough diversity to satisfy all but the most hardcore driving enthusiast. With prices starting around $21,000, the affordable Milan should appeal to fashion-conscious buyers who want to look good but don't want to spend a fortune doing so.

You'll Like This Car If...

If you like a roomy sedan that does just about everything well, the 2009 Mercury Milan is a sensible choice. Upscale amenities and premium interior touches help give it a distinct identity from its Ford Fusion cousin.

You May Not Like This Car If...

If you're looking for a sizeable rear seat capable of comfortably fitting three persons, the Toyota Camry, Hyundai Sonata or larger Mercury Sable make better choices. Those who desire both V6 power and the ability to shift their own gears with a manual transmission should look to the Honda Accord or Nissan Altima.

What's New for 2009

In an attempt to further distance the Milan from its Ford Fusion twin, Mercury is again offering its upscale VOGA series. VOGA models include cashmere colored leather seats and door trim, special exterior colors and unique trim. Also new for 2009 is the availability of AdvanceTrac electronic stability control on all trims.

Driving the Milan

Driving Impressions Overall, the 2009 Mercury Milan feels a tad more refined and luxurious than Ford's Fusion. Although the ride is generally good, occasional hard bumps can produce harsher reactions than expected....

Easy to drive, the Milan doesn't lean much in curves and stays on course, but more enthusiastic drivers might prefer it to be more precise. Except for slight road noise on some surfaces, plus some engine noise during hard acceleration, the V6 Milan is impressively quiet. After moderate delay on initial acceleration, the Milan is eager to pass or merge, delivering ample energy in a steady flow. The automatic transmission is generally well-behaved, but low-speed operation can produce occasional uncertain jolts.

Favorite Features

Two-Tone Interior
Premium touches are the main reason to buy a Milan rather than a Fusion, and two-tone upholstery helps give this sedan a stylish, additional inducement.

Dashboard Covered Tray
The Milan isn't alone in having a covered tray atop the dashboard center. Still, it's a handy extra space for small items.

2009 Mercury Milan Details

Interior

The use of satin aluminum finishes and high-quality materials is meant to extend the appeal of the Milan's body into its five-passenger cockpit. Roomy and open-feeling up front, the Milan offers plenty of head and elbow space for the driver and front passenger. Seats aren't especially firm, providing modest bolstering and support. Rear-seat knee, toe and head space are ample at each side, but the center spot is a somewhat hard perch with scant headroom. A 60/40 split-folding rear seat is standard. The extended back doors make entry easier for taller passengers.

Exterior

Mercury says the Milan's design was inspired by large, modern cities. Signature styling cues start with the satin-finished aluminum "waterfall" grille, which has been a Mercury hallmark in recent years. This helps set the Milan apart from the Ford Fusion, which shares the same profile and structure. Built on a comparatively long (107.4-inch) wheelbase, the four-door sedan has a clean, modestly-adorned overall appearance, brandishing gentle curves as well as body lines that could be called "chiseled." Headlamps wrap up and over the sharply-creased front fenders. A bright chrome beltline accents each body side, and LED taillights promise quicker illumination.

Notable Equipment

Standard Equipment

The 2009 Mercury Milan comes nicely equipped and includes front-seat side-impact airbags, side-curtain airbags, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel with redundant audio controls, remote keyless keypad entry, air conditioning, speed control, a Securilock passive anti-theft system, power heated mirrors, anti-lock brakes (ABS) and power windows and locks. The standard six-speaker stereo plays MP3-encoded CDs and features an auxiliary input jack. The Premier V6 model adds the SYNC communications and entertainment system, fog lights, electronic climate control, auto-dimming rearview mirror, adjustable ambient lighting, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, 17-inch alloy wheels, leather-wrapped steering wheel with touch controls, six-disc CD changer and leather seating surfaces.

Optional Equipment

Options include all-wheel drive (V6 only), the SYNC communication and entertainment system (base), DVD navigation, VOGA package (Premier only), a two-tone interior, a power moonroof, heated front seats, an active perimeter alarm, remote start, rear parking sensors, AdvanceTrac electronic stability control and puddle lamps.

Under the Hood

Like the Ford Fusion, Mercury's Milan has either a four-cylinder or V6 engine, and each engine is available in either the base model or the Premier edition. A five-speed manual transmission or optional five-speed automatic mates with the four-cylinder engine, while the V6 comes only with a six-speed automatic.

2.3-liter in-line 4
160 horsepower @ 6250 rpm
156 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4250 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 20/29 (manual), 20/28 (automatic)

3.0-liter V6
221 horsepower @ 6250 rpm
205 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4800 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 18/26 (2WD), 17/25 (AWD)

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2009 Mercury Milan Consumer Reviews

Overall Rating

9.2

Out of 10

Based on 244 Ratings for the 2006 - 2009 models.

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Value

9.3/10

Quality

9.3/10
Reliability

9.5/10

Performance

9.1/10
Comfort

9.4/10

Styling

9.4/10

2008 Model With 86,500 miles and going strong!!

By LVMYGRL (OH) on Wednesday, April 24, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 86,500

10 10.0

overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 9/10
Styling: 9/10
Comfort: 10/10

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Love this car. I've owned everything from Jaguar to BMW, American and Import. I bought this car as a daily driver. There is definately NO sacrifice of comfort or room for the increased gas mileage. With full synthetic oil and 92 or above octane fuel I average 32-35 mpg hwy. Great traveling car as well. Highly reccomended!!"

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Love this car!!

By hardwarediva (MI) on Tuesday, March 12, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 130,000

10 10.0

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Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 8/10
Styling: 9/10
Comfort: 9/10

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"I think this car is best suited to women. Especially models with a moon roof. I'm fairly small in stature and every control, seat, cup holder, or other feature is exactly where I need them to be for convenience. my fiance on the other hand has a larger muscular build and feels cramped sometimes. Other than that this has been a solid vehicle. I have had it almost two years with little to no maintenance. My car has 130000 miles on it now and had 98000 on it when I bought it."

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Long Term Reliability

By milanowner2006 (UT) on Tuesday, February 12, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 113,000

10 8.0

overall rating 8 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 8/10
Value: 9/10
Reliability: 9/10
Quality: 7/10
Performance: 8/10
Styling: 7/10
Comfort: 9/10

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8

"I bought my 2006 Milan 6 years ago with 15,000. It now has 113,000. Overall I have to say it has been one of the most reliable cars I've ever owned and it has exceeded my expectations. I will just list the pros and cons of my ownership. Pros: Comfortable smooth ride, no major costly repairs, great gas mileage for a 4 door sedan (avg 28 mpg overall with manual trans.) 4 cyl engine (same one used in the Mazda 6's, more powerfull than expected but don't expect to win any races. Great comfort on long trips. Got 65,000 from factory Michelin tires and replaced w/same and am going on almost 50,000 with still 40% left.($200/tire but worth it.) Have not yet had a tune up and the car still runs the same as the day I bought it. Still have original front disc brake pads although it is now time to replace. Cons: Had to replace the thermostat (about $200) because it stuck open and kept engine light on (this was redesigned I believe after 2006/2007 models),exterior paint fading in certain places and faux silver paint on grill is peeling off, green lit radio display is absent (except on really cold days, go figure.), manual lumbar support broke within first year (was a common problem from other reviews I read.) Turning radius on Milans before 2010 was more limited. While this list of cons may seem long I am still very happy with the overall mechanical reliability of the car as I have not had to spend much money in maintenance. Other than thermostat, only brakes, tires, battery, and oil changes. If you're looking for long term value, this car is it."

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Most reliable car I've ever owned

By Tallyphil on Saturday, January 05, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 38,000

10 10.0

overall rating 10 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 8/10
Styling: 9/10
Comfort: 9/10

Pros: "Reliable, tight, maintenance free great ride."

Cons: "Honestly cannot think of any."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought my Milan new just over 4 years ago. Since that time, I've had absolutely NO trouble. Aside from oil changes and tire rotations, this car has never required servicing. To date, it has no squeaks, rattles, or any other defects, and it is an absolute dream on the highway. Gas mileage is consistently about 20-22 in town and 27-30 on the highway. I highly recommend this car. I usually trade every 4 years...but I am having a hard time thinking about trading this car in. Best car I've ever owned. Period. And I've owned BMWs, Mazdas, and GM products. This car is hands down unbeatable."

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Great car!

By D (SD) on Tuesday, December 11, 2012

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 116,000

10 9.0

overall rating 9 of 10rating details

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating: 9/10
Value: 9/10
Reliability: 10/10
Quality: 10/10
Performance: 9/10
Styling: 10/10
Comfort: 10/10

Pros: "My Milan rides smoother than a brand new car."

Cons: "I dont have sync! :("

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I live in South Dakota, and we have that weather where the weather man cant even predict what we will have! This car is great in the winter, it warms up instatly which is awesome in this 0 degree weather! Durring the summer when someone makes me mad, the 3.0 v6 doesnt have a problem getting past someone who makes me mad! People complain about that back window, but I myself dont find it as that huge of a problem! I love my car, I have a 2008 mindnight blue milan, with dark tinted windows, and I dont get anything but compliments on how this car looks. They are very sharp looking as well!"

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