This little vehicle is a workhorse. I have driven it well over 100,000 miles with no major problems. The only "major" problem I had was when the blower motor went out on the air conditioning in the middle of Florida summer. Talk about hot! There is minimal engine noise. Fuel efficiency is the best of any vehicle I've driven, especially since the green "eco" light reminds this Mrs. Lead Foot to go easy when on the interstate.