You notice the beautiful and balanced interior when you first get in. Sport gauge cluster and gated shifter add to the magic. Sport Mode gives a “hands on” experience.
The customized 3.5-inch Multi-Information Display gives instant data. Information like current/average fuel economy and estimated cruise range are right there with just a glance.
Personally, I liked the automatic, Continuously Variable Transmission with Intelligent Shift (CVTi-S). It was hooked up to a 1.8 L 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve Dual VVT-i engine.
But for those who are “purists,” use the gated shifter, which lets you select simulated gear ratios like a conventional automatic.
The Special Edition has an aggressive grille, trunk lip spoiler, sport seats, and front and rear brakes resting on 17-inch gloss-black alloy wheels.
Outside, SE-exclusive Absolutely Red was the color, while in the cabin Softex leather seats, steering wheel, and console were Ebony trimmed with red accents.
LED low-beam headlights with Halogen high beams, LED daytime running lights, and integrated fog lights add to the classy ensemble.
Outside the front windows were color-keyed, heated power mirrors with integrated turn signal indicators.
