2009 Mercury Grand Marquis Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis fits like a comfortable pair of old slippers, so why throw out what you're used to? Clearly this is Mercury's way of thinking, as the rear-wheel-drive, full-size sedan, essentially a dressed-up version of every police department's favorite Crown Vic, hasn't seen a refresh since 2003. Though it comes well-equipped and with a V8 engine, it rides on an old-school platform and lacks many of the modern features and options found in equally upscale large sedans.
Dropping the base GS trim, the 2009 Grand Marquis comes in only one trim – LS. Under the hood sits a 16-valve, 224-hp, 4.6-liter V8 engine and a 4-speed automatic. With nods to the modern age, a flex fuel version is E85-compatible. While not winning any speed contests, the V8 adequately powers the large sedan from point A to point B. Handling, on the other hand, feels soft and vague, but the car does deliver an overall quiet, noise-free ride. The Grand Marquis prides itself on winning 5-star crash test ratings in all NHTSA categories for 13 years running. Though it lacks stability control, even as an option, it comes standard with dual front-side airbags (with dual stage deployment), passenger airbag cutoff, crash sensors, 4-wheel ABS brakes, and traction control. Standard 16-inch wheels can be replaced with larger 17-inch alloy wheels.
The 2009 Grand Marquis easily fits six passengers in its roomy interior, built on a 114-inch wheelbase. Legroom measures 41.6 inches up front and 38 in the back, with a cavernous 21-cubic-foot trunk. Seats do not split-fold, however. A folding rear armrest doubles as a storage compartment. Power windows, locks, and mirrors, 6-way power front seats, a CD player, leather and wood trim, and wheel-mounted cruise control are all standard, with the option to add a 6-CD changer. The latter is about the only concession to modern technology, as a navigation system and Bluetooth are not offered. For a relatively inexpensive price for a large sedan, the 2009 Grand Marquis fits the bill for consumers wanting a solid, quiet, and roomy ride without the distractions of too many gadgets and buttons.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Single disc in-Dash CD · Premium Brand: Audiophile · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ashtray: with lighter · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 4 · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.73
Exterior Features
Mirror color: body-color
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off
Seatbelts
Auto height adjusting shoulder belts: front · Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: split-bench · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 14
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.6 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: front center · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather and wood
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Ashtray: with lighter · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 4 · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 2.73
Exterior Features
Mirror color: body-color
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: cornering
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 6
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off
Seatbelts
Auto height adjusting shoulder belts: front · Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: split-bench · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Size: temporary
Suspension
Air Suspension: rear · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 14
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
