Compact size, decent styling, good handling, reasonable power all add up to a very competent family vehicle.
However the Ford DNA was my main concern when I was considering these vans. The 3.0 L V6 is the same as what's in a Taurus & other Ford vehicles of this vintage.
While 200hp is more than adequate for a van of this size, do not think that this means it is a tow vehicle, it Is Not!
The transmissions are the weak link w/ these vans. I would recommend transmission service & fluid change at least twice as frequently as whats recommended!
The van drives very well, it is comfortable versatile & while having more compact dimensions than the other minivans in the segment, it is still a van, with the fold flat rear seat it can take a lot of cargo & 4 people without blinking!
Generally positive experience so far.