Consumer Guide considers side airbags, quietness, acceleration, build quality, exterior finish, and interior materials among positive points for this vehicle * Named a Best Fuel Economy Miser by The Car Book * Named a Consumer Guide Recommended Buy for 2000 * Named first place winner of Car And Drivers Easy Riders Test * Nominated for Motor Trend 2000 Car of the Year * Nominated to the Car And Driver Ten Best List for 2000 * The Car Book reports it receives top ratings for having low insurance costs *