My only fault with the layout is the cheap look of the dual temperature controls which includes a wide swath of blue changing to red high up on the dash. The bright colors do not blend well with the other controls. And I was mystified by the lack of a low fuel light. Fortunately for me, the gas gauge is very forgiving. When I filled up I found there was still well over two gallons in the tank.
Storage is ample with a large center console, a glove box and door pockets.
The strange thing in the Monte Carlo is the lack of drink holders given Chevrolet's usual penchant for putting them everywhere. Only one holder is offered up front which means the passenger must hold on to his Pepsi. And there are no holders available in back. Very strange, indeed. Trunk room is ample.