Number one choice:
http://www.subaru.com/shop/model_con...model=FORESTER
Or
http://www.subaru.com/shop/model_con...?model=OUTBACK
We bought a used Forester for my oldest daughter, dealer certified, model 2003 with 60,000 miles on it and a three year repair maintenance warranty. Paid $12,000 out the door. No problems after three years of college and her driving.
That or any used toyota. You may pay a little more but you cannot beat the reliability.