257 HP is supposed to be powerfull, my 2005 Vue was great with 250HP. However the 2005 transmission was a lot funnier to drive with.
So far fuel economy is not as good as I expected, the car is still pretty new (<5 000 miles).
My 2005 Vue was a great truck, lotsa room (more than the 2008), very fast (0-60mph in 7.0 sec), however 4 wheel control is better now with 2008.
I am 6ft and my head is not in the roof.
There was a $1000 rebate & 0.9% lease when I rented my 2008.