There’s a bit of guilt about this reviewer not completely liking the Vue, and that’s because the 2004 model has made significant strides to improve (such as a V6 engine going from a 3.0-liter to a 3.5-liter to provide an additional 70 horsepower and 47 pounds-feet of torque as well as added 1,000 pounds of towing capacity). So what’s not to like? The Vue still has an annoying automatic transmission – transitions just aren’t smooth and when doing light to normal acceleration pedal commands, the transmission typically reacts with hesitation. On the plus side, the Vue has good outside views, immense cargo space, cozy seat heaters, ample storage spots, and an appealing exterior (more so because of body-color door handles for the ’04 model year). The Vue has undergone quite a bit of change for the new model year, including dark-tinted rear door glass, 6-way power driver seat (part of the $595 comfort package), and interior noise reduction in the form of new acoustical treatments. Vue is also available now in a limited edition Red Line, a high-performance tuned model offered in either front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive configurations. The Red Line’s special treatments include ground effects and 18-inch wheels and performance touring tires. Vue comes with 24-hour roadside assistance as well as a 30-day/1,500 mile vehicle exchange. Mileage estimates on the all-wheel-drive are 18 city/25 highway. MSRP is $23,960.