Only OK power and sound from the 3.6L V6. The 8-speed E-Shifter is tough to get used to, especially if in a hurry and trying to back up. Without an actual gate or physical gear select location, you have to look at the dash to verify your gear selection. The only other issue was the nearly 90 degree door swing. When it's fully open and you're seated in the car, it's hard to figure out where to grab on the door panel to close it, as the actual door handle is too far away, even for those of us with long arms.

There isn't a lot of excitement here, but that's OK — this would make a great daily driver with its decent economy and acres of space. And even though it's no compact, it didn't feel too bulky and parking was relatively easy. Overall, this is an improvement on the previous 300, but I'd spend a little more for the uprated C model.