The interior is functional and attractive. The formed foam seats arefirm, supportive and comfortable, with thigh bolsters that provide good
side support during hard cornering. The base model is comfortable, but
the FX benefits from a driver's seat with tilt adjustment, lumbar support
and fabric accents. Leather is an FX option, but a $3500 leather package
seems a bit out of place in an affordably priced sport coupe, though it
does include air conditioning, 15-inch alloy wheels, a CD player and other
goodies.
There is ample leg, head and shoulder room up front. The wraparound
contoured dash makes the driver feel like a pilot without inducing claustrophobia.
Attractive curves over the top of the vents are reminiscent of the Datsun
240Z. The ventilation controls are big Lexus-like knobs that we found easy
to operate when the car is moving.
Power windows are standard on both models, a nice extra. The big ovoid
speed-ometer and tachometer are stylish, as well as highly legible. Slender
front roof pillars contribute to excellent forward visibility, a view en-hanced
by bulging front fenders clearly visible from the front seats. The back
seats are roomier than those in the Celica or Eclipse, although rear seat