We criticized the previous-generation Fit Sport for an overly firm ride, overt engine and wind noise, and some un-Honda-like cheap-looking interior plastics and fabrics.
The interior plastic and leather are highlighted with aluminum trim.
We don't like: Dull to drive (Evo X excepted), interior plastics.
Criticisms tend to be directed towards the grade of interior plastics, greater curb weight than its competitors, cabin ergonomics and engine refinement.
Faux wood trim came standard in Pacifica Touring and Limited models, while the base-model "Pacifica" (later Pacifica LX), offered interior colored plastic trim.
It was engineered to far greater levels of perceived quality than existing Mazda cars, such as interior plastic, panel gap and thicker paint coating.
Various interior plastic pieces and covers on the Contour are no longer spray-painted silver and are left black.
Many vehicle buyers take delight in the distinctive "new car smell" of their purchase, but chemical emissions from interior plastics and other parts that contribute to the familiar odor may actually be bad for their health.
The interior plastics offer a pleasing blend of textures.
The Amanti's average-quality interior plastics are accented by an entire fake forest's worth of faux wood, a look that boasts a level of luxury that this car cannot deliver.
