More practical than a bronco…

I currently drive a ‘23 model bronco black diamond 2-door. Awesome truck. But wildly impractical given my fiancé and I are now sharing one car, we have two dogs, and I commute way further to work than I anticipated when I originally purchased it. No children, yet… but hoping that changes in the not too distant future.

We want to continue to share a car, but need something more practical. Priorities in order: safe, SUV, under $30k (ideally but there is flexibility), reliable, awd (we drive to mountains / snow every month), fuel efficiency (whatever).

What I’m thinking: Lexus GX, Volvo xc90, Acura mdx. Year and mileage to fit budget. Obviously open to suggestions outside of this!