I've been driving my 2002 Ford Taurus for almost 10 years now. It has been an incredibly dependable and reliable vehicle. Other than routine maintenance, this car has only been to the mechanics once for a broken strut. Currently, it has over 160,000 miles and is still going strong. I average around 28 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg in town. It has transitioned really well from being a grocery getter in college to serving as a family car. There is plenty of room in the backseat to comfortably seat an adult, with a car seat right beside. The trunk is also very roomy and easily accommodates big luggage or strollers, which is a lifesaver now that we have a small child. I love that this car works so well for family life, and still is easy to park in a busy city. Very rarely is there a spot that I can't fit in. Overall, I've loved this vehicle. I'll keep driving it until it finally succumbs to old age, but I don't think that will be any time soon.

Honestly, the car gets you where you need to go. It isn't really good for much else. Seats are comfortable, and trunk space is limited. It's hard to see out the rear window when trying to reverse, and the gas is quite slow to respond. If you need a cheap car to go from point a to b, this should work. Good for old people or young people short on money.