* Based on opinions and should be considered as general guidance only.
- Reliability (5)Essentially a Toyota Matrix under the skin, it benefits from exceptional mechanical durability and a 2.4L engine known for reaching high mileage with few issues.
- Maintenance (4)Parts are inexpensive and easy to source since they are shared with Toyota, though the AWD system requires slightly more frequent fluid inspections than the base model.
- Technology (2)Very rudimentary by modern standards; it lacks integrated Bluetooth or a touchscreen, though the inclusion of an auxiliary input was a standard convenience for the time.
- Comfort (3)Offers a high seating position and a versatile, spacious cabin for its size, though cabin noise from the road and engine can be intrusive at highway speeds.
- Dynamics (3)The AWD system provides confident traction in slippery conditions, but the added weight and the aging four-speed automatic transmission dampen acceleration compared to the FWD models.