The dash artfully sweeps away from the driver with a two-toned flourish. All controls are easy to see and operate, and the instrument cluster comes straight from the larger Oldsmobile sedan, 140-mph speedo and all. The steering wheel is thick and easy to grip. Cruise control switches are located on the steering wheel, where they are easy to operate. The stereo sports an actual tuning knob and large pre-set buttons.
Climate controls boast large rubberized knobs for ease of operation.
Front seats are quite comfortable, providing adequate adjustability and firm but not uncomfortable padding. Just like the import cars, the Alero's ignition slot is mounted on the dashboard to the right of the steering column. Stalk controls operate with a refinement uncommon to many General Motors products, but unfortunately still can't match the fluid feel of the imports. There are other glitches, too. The detents for the tilt steering wheel are too far apart, providing somewhat limited adjustment.