"I had no problem with earlier Subaru models that just lacked design. It was an honest decision to focus on mechanical and practical efficiency. I liked them for being ugly. As a graphic designer I loved it. Over the years they showed some interesting concept cars that didn't influence at all their production though. The problem started when they started TRYING to design and managed to over and underdesign at the same time! I m still a subie fan though, still having my old forester sg. My daily commute though is a fiat 500 (makes my day, love it). I can't stand my wife's mini countryman though. Worst ergonomics I ever encountered in a car, I have to focus to use any button!"