The Milan offers a very smooth, yet firm, ride. You feel comfort while still commanding control.
I can carry my family, in comfort, for long trips and still get 30mpg+. Around town driving returns 23+ mpg. This mileage is within 2-3 mpg of the smaller 2003 Focus we replaced.
I was surprised how responsive the 2.3L 4cyl/5spd Auto powertrain performed. Good open road response, yet smooth, quiet cruising.