Slip into the driver's seat and you'll notice that the Esteem GLX+ seats are full-size, with full thigh support and excellent lateral support in the seatback. Driver and front passenger have generous leg- and elbowroom, though the sunroof steals a few precious inches overhead. That's more critical in the back seat, where space is tighter all around. Technically, the rear seat has capacity for three abreast, but children will be happier in the back than the average adult male, who is left with little wiggle room.The instrument panel is well designed and legible and the ventilation system is easy to operate. Thankfully, the Clarion radio has much larger buttons this year and is much easier to use. While the steering wheel is soft to grip, its covering is slippery. There are several small bins in the dash and map pockets in the doors. The only interior color is a light gray. The seat upholstery receives a new design for 2001.
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