i actually like it. the front grille is...different. but the interior is definitely a step up from the Focus. looks simple and (dare i say) classy. interesting to see where they price this one.
certainly looks more promising than the hunk of junk the 500 turned out to be.
one major criticism for me: where is the gated shifter/auto-stick feature??? if you can get that on a Scion, there is no reason Ford shouldn't include on this one.