I don't know what to make of the 500. On the one hand it has TONS more space than other midsizers, Volvo-engineered chassis and crash protection, offers features that other midsizers don't like AWD, CVT transmissions and 6 speed auto.
On the other hand it's extremely
looking, lacks power or any sort of inspiring qualities. Other than the features and space, why would you "lust" after this car?
IMO Ford should have made the styling more appealing and that would draw more people. About power, isn't a 3.5L Duratec going to be offered in the future?
Lets hope it sells, Ford needs it's new products to be well recieved. I wonder if they can have the quality to back it up for once.
A friend of mine who has done some electrical work for the 500 program didn't have very nice things to say about some of the engineering decsisions made.
