 The model I am waiting for is the ES manual with the beige interior.That is why I am still waiting. Nice interior,looks pretty nice on the outside,lots of punch with a 5 speed,not so much with the auto. It really stands out in the non hybrid hatch- back field.Big difference between the GLS and the SE,such as no cruise control on a manual GLS,plus plastic hubcaps,Bleeech...My evaluation is based on the SE model.