 Purchased new with a 5 speed.  Never have had it back to the dealership with any problems.  Has enough stuff to get up to freeway speed safely (with some to spare).   Road noise noticeable on chip- seal surfaces, but otherwise quite good.  Put brakes on @ about 160,000 miles.  Have never had to align vehicle and tires still wear evenly.  I change oil/filter regularly (about every 5,000 miles) and don't use more than a 1/2 quart between changes.  Will pass 200,000 miles this week.  My driving is 70/30 freeway/city and I consistently get 35 to 37 mpg.  Have gotten as high as 42.5 mpg on long trips.  The epitome of function over style.  Will buy another one after I have 300,000 miles on this one