Have been using this as a rental. For undemanding use on freeways and boulevards upto 60 mph. Car does the job. Beyond that, it is incompetent.
Took the car on I80 towards Reno and it was not easy. Car struggled uphill (only me in the car) and required all your attention in the twists and turns. Ride is appalling on bad roads.
Lots of space though. No ABS is an issue. Interior is cheap.
155hp= stay away from hills!!!
No ABS is an issue if you don't know how to drive safely, which would dovetail with the rest of your comments about high-speed handling on corners in the Sierras. You can't expect most sedans to act like race cars climbing the Sierra foothills! If you think you're going to go cruising up I-80 to Reno from Sacramento in 5th gear doing 90 at 2,000 rpms, you ought to be looking at a whole different price range and car style!
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