* Based on opinions and should be considered as general guidance only.
- Reliability (3)While the engine is mechanically sound, this year is known for common issues with the automatic transmission valve body and timing chain tensioners.
- Maintenance (3)Parts are easy to find, but the transverse V6 engine bay is cramped, making labor more expensive for routine tasks like spark plug or alternator replacement.
- Technology (3)Offered premium features for its era like a heated steering wheel and Bose audio, but the navigation system and dot-matrix displays are now very dated.
- Comfort (4)The cabin is spacious with supportive seats and a unique fixed glass roof, though the SE's sport-tuned suspension can feel stiff on bumpy roads.
- Dynamics (4)The 265-hp V6 provides punchy acceleration and a sporty feel, though the front-wheel-drive layout struggles with noticeable torque steer.