Longhaul commuter for a big guy

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Thought I wanted an SUV or crossover, mostly because I've had a wagon/hatchback/SUV in the house for 30 years. I've used them for family camping and home repair stuff as well as commuing. Replacing a 2006 Ford Freestyle, 180,000 miles, that is much bigger than I need now that our daughter drives herself around.

But really don't like the driving position or legroom of most of them small enough to do 85 miles a day of highway commuting without breaking the bank. I ended up with a list of Subaru Forester and VW Golf Wagon. Nissan Rogue would work, but don't really like the brand (can't explain why).

So, I've decided to drive some sedans as well as the two I mentioned. Did my first test drives today and liked the Subaru Legacy a lot better than the Forester, it just felt a lot more comfortable. The Outback is simply too big and expensive. On my list are the Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry, and Hyundai Sonata. Hondas always seem short on legroom.

Need some encouragement/discouragement on moving to a sedan after all these years, as well as car ideas for a 6' 240 pound fiftysomething.

Priorities: Front seat room / Price or payments / Reliability & durability / Ride smoothness / Fuel economy

Preferred Bodystyle(s): Sedan / Wagon

Car Needs: Daily commuter / Errands about town / Long trips / Towing or hauling

Primary Driver(s): Tall driver

Need minimum of 4 seats

Will consider both new and used cars
Maximum mileage: 35000
Maximum age: 2 years

Maximum price: US $ 25000

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