This car is excellent on gas in town and seems great on the long haul too. I've owned this car for 4 years and i haven't had a problem with the transmission. For a smaller car, there is a lot of room up front. In the back..... not so much... you definitely have to move the seats forward to let children and adults in the back. I don't recommend this car for parents with kids in car seats or boosters. Way too small!