I just bought a 4Runner, it’s a nice blast-from-the-past and not-huge-nor-a-Jeep off-road SUV.

I actually replaces my 2016 Sorento - I traded engine concerns, other quality and theft/insurance worries for poor fuel economy. Hyundai/Kia are pretty much on my shit list since it seems like “they’re fine now!” has been the internet mantra since sometime around 2009.

If I wasn’t going off-pavement, I’d probably look at the last-generation Highlander or current Passport since I still would want the space and AWD since I would venture down forest roads anyway.

I rented a Corolla Cross recently and I liked it a lot but I’d probably get it in hybrid guise if I had the option. But the dash shape was a little weird for my larger frame. (6’ 1" in height)

My SO has an last-gen HR-V, I like it a lot. Except my head touches the roof sometimes. 4Runner’s with sunroofs are a no-go too. I’d recommend it too since the Magic Seats and interior packaging are nice - although it’s slow and I’m not crazy about the CVT - but I do appreciate it doesn’t fake it’s shifts most of the time. My concerns with Honda’s mid-sizers despite being nice is their width (78.5" wide versus my Sorento being just under 75" and the 4Runner at 76" - all not counting mirrors.) but if you don’t mind those and the push-button shifters, I’d look at them. The Passport’s fully-open hatch though is too low and I’d have to keep ducking to get under it.

Maybe not all relevant to you but I just decided to ramble.