I agree that it looks ugly. It reminds me of the Toyota Yaris from the front. I think GM is making a mistake in trying to make the base model division try to compete against Toyota. They would be better to try to do it with either the Saturn or Buick division. Saturn is easier to change their image and reposition since they are newer. The Buick division has a more upscale image that could be utilized much the same way Chrysler is currently used to compete against Toyota.

The area where the GM and Chrysler come short is they need to offer either a 5 or 6 speed with their I4s. This would help them better utilize their power better as well as their fuel economy. The latest Car & Driver comparison showed how valuable an extra speed is to the I4 models. Although the GEMA "World Engine" was in fact more powerful than all the other I4s (except the Nissan Altima), and it was one of few that had Dual VVT it was still the slowest because it doesn't have a shorter geared first gear. If they would do this, it would help them a lot.