I drive a 15-year-old Volvo wagon, so I am in no position to recommend a new vehicle. But I suggest you do your homework at Edmunds.com. It is a fabulous site with lots of reviews and very down-to-earth advice. There are multiple reviews by professional car reviewers at major newspapers across the country (both men and women.) In some of the reviews, they recommend competing cars to look and mention the pros and cons of each. I have been studying for the inevitable time when I have to replace my car in a few years and feel I will have the information to make the right decision for me.
I realize I sound like an advertisement, but I assure you I am not associated with the site or with any of the writers. I just appreciate their thorough reviews.