 When I bought it, this wagon was the
last one in its size and price range
available in the in the US.Drove similar
rental in European traffic - was sold. 
Handles better than Civic previously
owned. Driving car every day in DC
traffic w/5spd and  keeping up w/the
flow easily. W/5spd manual and ZETEC it
is an interesting and fun vehicle.
Interior holding up to 2 kids and big
dog. Mileage worse than expected, but in
traffic, I should not be surprised. 
Avoid Sheehy Ford in Springfield.