 My 2003 seats 5 adults, has a huge trunk, and is small on the outside.  I have a manual and drive conservatively, and have averaged 49 mpg on mixed driving over the last 12 years.  At 246,000, I had my first age related repair - a wheel bearing, then a resonator at 270,000.  Otherwise, oil changes, battery and tires, plugs, and it just goes.Professional reviewers complain about the styling, but I love the big windows, headroom, and storage space that includes two glove compartments, two cubbies, a driver side shelf and passenger side drawer.  The trunk, holding 6 suitcases plus more, is bigger than most intermediate cars.  The wonderful center console is never blocked by the steering wheel and reduces nighttime glare.