I second the Matrix or Pontiac Vibe (same car, different shell). Excellent gas mileage, really usable space inside. It's about 5 cubic ft smaller than our Saturn Vue, but I can get more stuff in because of how the seats fold. And the plastic is the best ever! (I have 2 big dogs too). Wish we had just bought a Vibe instead of the Vue- I'd rather have 2 Vibes.
Oh, and if you could ever find a smartcar forfour, they're really roomie and zippy for a super fuel efficient car! We had one as a rental our week in Tuscany and I was able to Mario Andretti her along those curvy mountain roads! So maybe I'd really get a forfour and keep my Vibe. Unfortunately the demand for forfours is nonexistant in the states so they're not selling them here anymore and I haven't seen anyone willing to part with one they have.



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