[Sylvanfan]

I'm considering a mid sized car to use for commuting to and from work, that can also be used for family errands. Cars like the Subaru Legacy, Hyundai Sonata, Ford Fushion.

Does the all wheel drive, make a huge difference, or can good winter tires and traction control do the job.

The other issue is that I'm starting to believe that when it comes to vehicles there are two ways to go. Committ to spending on them, and lease one that you can renew for a newer one every 3 years, or buy a cheap $1500 one and run it till it stops and repeat.