Dude,
Get yourself a nice used Subaru Outback Wagon... Everything you'll ever need, Spacious Cargo, Roof Rack, All Wheel Drive, Great Gas Mileage, "RELIABLE " ...Had one myself a few years back, 1996 model, Ran it up till 275,000 miles, Then traded it. Wish I had gotten another one, Not sure what you have to spend but look around I'm sure you can find something within your price range.