We have a toyota caldina station wagon... whick fits 2 kids & a carseat & dog in the boot nicely...
We also have a 7 seater toyota Prado... which has more room than we really need...
PS Liz.. we own a farmlet so our 4wd is always dirty
LOL.....
I work for a mechanical & auto electrical garage & like Caro... I would totally recommend Toyotas for reliability & economical repairs... the more uncommon the brand the higher priced the parts are!!!
ETA.... Whatever you buy please please pleas have it checked out properly.... even if it costs you to do so... better that than to buy a lemon!!!!!