When comparing reliability with some other cars I considered, Nissan Altima for example, I noticed that Ford Fusion owners rate its reliability close to the owners of Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.
The basic model that I have has the all features that I care about, CD player that can play MP3, auxiliary audio jack, A/C, ABS.
I got a 2009 model in the exact color I wanted for $16000 before taxes.