Just got some bad news about our second car, a Ford Escape, that's rusted through main structural parts at the rear of the body. I just bought a new Honda back in November last year to replaced a rusted out Nissan so I'm not flush with cash. Wife prefers AWD/4x4 and so do I, she likes a higher seating position too but we would also look at cars as well as SUV. What are the best options currently for a new small non US manufacturer AWD/4x4 that's reliable? Yes..I will get it rustproofed. Yes I'll also look at pre owned too. The Ford lasted 11 years so I guess that isn't too bad...could have done with a couple more though.