so many choices!

When I was out looking I too wanted a dog friendly/bike friendly vehicle. Mainly DOG HAIR friendly! I was seriously looking at the Toyota Matrix or the Pontiac Vibe (virtually the same car just different labels) as a smaller car. It has a totally uncarpeted interior and comes in AWD.

I test drove a honda element and if I lived near a beach or the mountains it would have been my choice but for here not necessary - Also totally uncarpeted.

I ended up w/ a Honda CRV which I love and I just put the back seats down and layed an old sheet over all.

I really like the new RAV 4's (I didn't like the older styles - the CRV was much nicer and roomier) My aunt has a Rav 4 and 2 BIG dogs, she is 6 feet tall herself and finds it comfortable

Good luck and let us know what you decide