This probably falls more into the minivan category, but after measuring and measuring cross-over-type capacities like the RAV4, I ended up getting a used Honda Element. Those other cars just weren't big enough to haul photos, bins of other stuff and my 6' x 3' gridwall panels (yeesh, gotta get something better one of these days). On the Element, I could easily take out the back seats completely leaving a wide flat solid floor and lots of height. It's longer than 64" and the width is 42" except for a little bump out thingy where it's only 39" (darn!). I love the roominess and it's been totally reliable.
On the downside, the gas mileage is so-so at 23mpg. Better than a minivan but still not good. And it's got some annoying design features that I curse on occasion but forgive because, for the most part, the car really works for my art show purposes.
I believe that Honda is no longer making new ones.
Robin
On Jul 1, 2011, at 9:07 AM, Andrew Darlow wrote:
> Hi folks:
>
> I have been looking for a crossover-type car to haul photo gear and large canvas prints (I need about a 40x64 (or larger) flat space in the back, and about 40 inches of vertical height. I thought that meant a minivan was necessary, but the 2010/2011 Toyota RAV4 fits the bill so far (it even has D-rings to use bungees or other strapping material). The Chevy HHR is not too far behind on my list, though the space is smaller. Does anyone else have a suggestion for a crossover-type car that gets about 30MPG Hwy ($25,000 price range new) that has a large and flat storage area?
>
> All the best,
>
> Andrew
>
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