Related to the Fuel Economy portion of your review: It looks as if we have the same vehicle only mine is AWD. Also seem to have the same 'issues.' I have never been able to achieve over 21.5 MPG under any conditions. Also have the same size gas tank and the very same issue with the gas gauge. After it hits 50 miles left till out, it drops at a tad over twice the miles, e.g., at 48 miles supposed to be left, I've driven only ONE mile after it hit 50, at 2 miles driven, dropped to 46, etc., etc. I never now for sure how far I really can drive, so I just try to fill up after a quarter tank (or sooner). That's basically my only current issue. I love the vehicle now that it has had a full tuneup and new snow tires. It handles so much better on corners; previous tires were too soft on the sidewalls and it left me feeling as if I didn't have good control. Great pickup response though; better than my son's Crown Vic Police Interceptor. (Not that I drive mine that way normally!!)