# Looking for used SUV/Hatchback

**URL:** <https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-used-suv-hatchback/43552>\
**Category:** General Discussion\
**Created:** [January 31, 2010, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-used-suv-hatchback/43552 "2010-01-31T17:39:27Z")\
**Posts on this page:** 6\
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**Author:** ![ScottR](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/73ab20/32.png) [@ScottR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScottR)\
**Post date:** [January 31, 2010, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-used-suv-hatchback/43552/1 "2010-01-31T17:39:27Z")

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I currently have an 06 PT Cruiser that I use primarily for transporting my dogs (G. Shepherd and Bulldog) and shopping. I removed the back seats for more room. I’d like an upgrade in terms of performance, safety, amenities. I’m looking for a used model with less than 40,000 miles in the $12,000-$15,000 price range. Suggestions on options? I’m considering Ford Escape Hybrid, Mazda, Subaru, etc., but am open to anything.

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**Author:** ![wentwest](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/wentwest/32/6073_2.png) [@wentwest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wentwest)\
**Post date:** [January 31, 2010, 6:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-used-suv-hatchback/43552/2 "2010-01-31T18:12:22Z")

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The ultimate doggie bus seems to be the Honda Insight.

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**Author:** ![ScottR](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/73ab20/32.png) [@ScottR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScottR)\
**Post date:** [January 31, 2010, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-used-suv-hatchback/43552/3 "2010-01-31T18:23:48Z")

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Thanks; I will check into that model.

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**Author:** ![dagosa](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/dagosa/32/9837_2.png) [@dagosa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dagosa)\
**Post date:** [January 31, 2010, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-used-suv-hatchback/43552/4 "2010-01-31T18:53:08Z")

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I would recommend a Honda CRV, definitely an upgrade in all your request and in you price range new for a 2007-2008 model.

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**Author:** ![GreasyJack](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/df705f/32.png) [@GreasyJack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GreasyJack)\
**Post date:** [January 31, 2010, 7:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-used-suv-hatchback/43552/5 "2010-01-31T19:13:04Z")

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Are you thinking of the Honda Element? The Insight seems like an okay car, but nothing to particularly make it a dogmobile. The Element, on the other hand, should win hands down if for no other reason than the hose-out interior!

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**Author:** ![wentwest](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/cartalk/user_avatar/community.cartalk.com/wentwest/32/6073_2.png) [@wentwest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wentwest)\
**Post date:** [January 31, 2010, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-used-suv-hatchback/43552/6 "2010-01-31T19:33:59Z")

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Yes, minor brain failure! The Element is the dog carrier. The insight is the electric hybrid. I think Honda is selling a dog package on new Elements - cage wall, ramp, etc.