After looking at many other car brands, we settled on Toyota because we value reliability over styling. I do like the styling of my Avalon, but while it is attractive, it isn't exciting. However, gas mileage around town is excellent! I usually get about 40 miles to the gallon as most of my miles are in the city under stop and go driving conditions. I find the seats to be comfortable for longer drives and have no problem fitting three teens in the backseat for around town, though it wouldn't be recommended for trips. Trunk space is very good, but you do give up the pass through to the back seat with the hybrid option(I think the trade off is more than worth it). Engine noise is almost non existent when it switches to gas power and completely silent on battery. Switching from Eco mode to sport mode gives it a nice addition to pick up when I take the car onto the very busy GA highways.