 I bought this little station wagon about 4 years ago.  I was looking at Subaru's because that is what I had owned before, and my husband has one but this one was much cheaper.  It has worked just fine the whole time!  The engine revs lots lower than the Subaru at highway speeds, so it gets lots better mileage. This car has worked for me as well as the Toyota Camry I drove for 5 years.  It has not needed any fancy mechanical work, gets great mileage, and I don't worry about it.  I carry kayaks on top, and camping gear inside, and have moved a portable dishwasher with no problem.