This is a minivan the way all minivans should be. All the passenger seats in the second and third rows fold down easily into the floor. There is no hassle with removing seats, struggling to get them into position or making sure they are secure. To fold the seats all you need to do is pull one or two straps or levers and the seats fold effortlessly into the floor. With all the second and third row seats folded down there is enough room that the minivan can act as a small pick up truck. I have moved couches, mattresses and many other large objects in the minivan. It is also very easy to put child seats into place and secure them. It is also convenient to have both sliding doors and the rear door be power doors. That way I can tell my older kids to close their door while I am getting the baby out the other side. Also when my arms are full of stuff I can push a button on my key and have the back open. Very convenient. I did not realize how smooth it was to drive this car until I went on vacation and had to rent a car. When I got in the rental car I thought something was wrong. It was not until I got home and drove my minivan again that I realized it was just a smoother ride than other cars.

This van has performed OK for us. We have had to replace many components like transmission, alternator, radiator etc. But, we are at almost 140,000 miles. It is our "work truck" and the interior has held up pretty darn well. Now that we have two kids, I love that we have enough space for the double stroller, gear, and car seats without feeling cramped at all.