commuter car, secondary family car

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote: We've been getting along for several years with one family car, but now I'm getting a new job, commuting 15 miles each way. So we need a second car - I want it to be a decent commuter car, but also a back up family car (I don't want a smart car or some tiny thing).

Any suggestions? A suburu? Small SUV? or just a Civic? I could just use some help narrowing down the options.

What’s your budget and what do you value? Mileage? Comfortably appointed interior? Style?

[Anonymous]

Used Chevy Bolt or Nissan Leaf would be perfect for this kind of use.

[Anonymous]

This is what Civic/Corolla or Camry/Accord were made for, but an electric car would also be good for that short a commute.

[Anonymous]

subara impreza, legacy, or outback (depending on size/price)