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There are some requirements, all are conflicting, I'm having a difficult time coming up with a solution.

1) at least 45 cubic feet internal space.
2) something my mother feels comfortable driving. Aka not tall, not wide, not imposing.
3) impressive fuel economy. At LEAST 20 mpg for larger vehicle, 25+ mpg very much preferred.
4) must tow 1000 lbs without voiding warranty.
5) must be reliable, I can't have a 60 year old mother with any problems.
6) must be automatic transmission (unfortunately so my sister can drive it). Dual clutch/ continuously variable transmission is ok.
7) $25,000 budget.
8) must seat at least 4 comfortably.



Any/ ideas are highly appreciated.


Some things that I though were brilliant that have been ruled out.
1) Mazda 5 seat folding configuration is terrible and killed cargo carrying capability.
2) TDI Jetta wagon. My sister ruled this out because the auto (dual clutch) is do not tow) the 6 speed manual would be brilliant otherwise.

If anyone says Ford Focus she will flip out, she just finished lemon lawing one that wouldn't move under its own power at 500 miles and spent about 90 days at the dealer so far.
And no, focus never towed, didn't even have a hitch.

Again any ideas are great ideas right now.