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I don't "own" one, but I've had them as company cars from time to time. Basically, I haven't owned one with more than about 5k - 7k miles on it. Definitely, definitely go for the 3.0 V6! Don't get sucked into buying the 2.3 4-cylinder: it's a dog... with fleas!
Handling isn't too bad for it's size and with the V6, the power is good. Acceleration is impressive for a 3.0 and there's little torque steer. Fuel consumption isn't great, but if you drive it softly, you won't complain. The seats are comfortable, but there's no lumbar support (in Australian models). Rear brakes are drums (stupid idea). The "On-Demand" AWD is actually pretty good.
Before you pull the trigger on something like this, check out the Mazda equivalent. They're the same product, just differently packaged and slightly facelifted. I've never really had one long enough to experience any problems, but from what I hear, they're pretty bulletproof.
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