 The car is slow slow slow.  It's actually average for it's class, but if you're moving from any recent midsize sedan to this, be prepared to step hard on the accelerator.  Having said that, this car is a blast to drive around town.  You feel like Mario Andretti as you are weaving in and out of traffic. You can pull a U- turn almost anywhere, and sightlines are excellent. The brakes are also top notch, stopping fast and with good pedal feel.  I didn't get great gas mileage on my first tank, but I'm on my second tank and am expecting 30 mpg in entirely city driving.  The only complaint I have is with the hard plastic doors.  They aren't comfortable and scratch easily.