I bought a 2021 Mazda CX-5 turbo and I love it! Speed+reliability. You should be able to get a used 2017 or 2018 CX-5 (non-turbo) in your price range.

Look into a Mazda CX9. Looks like you can get a 2017 with 35k miles for $22-$23k. With a little haggling, that may go a little lower. Mazda is the most reliable car maker currently based on Consumer Reports ranking.

Currently have a 2007 Nissan Sentra but need something bigger for my two kids. Was looking at the rogue SL but hesitant because of transmission issues. I’ll have to note I did have to get a new transmission on my Sentra about 2 years ago. Was covered under the warranty. I also feel my Sentra is sluggish on the freeway. Looking to buy used and spend 20k. Leather seats, navigation, push to start.

Any recommendations are helpful.

I’ve looked at the Ford Escape (too small).