Our workgroup just had a Ford Escape hybrid to test drive. Everyone loved it. A huge amount of legroom, even better than a minivan.

I never drove a Subaru, they are for short people. When the boyfriend and I went to look at one, the salesman ignored us. When we finally got to sit in one, his head was smashed against the windshield. Subarus aren't good if you are more than about 6 feet tall.

If you want an Escape hybrid move quick, they are all going for fleet sales.