We have a RAV4 hybrid and it is awesome! Don’t have to fill up very often which is great with little ones, get about 900kms to a tank. It’s easy to drive and very reliable. Toyota also have excellent resale value. We have a Kluger as well and love that too but it would be outside your price range as it is a 7 seater. Highly recommend the rav4!
Honestly, the best cars I've been in have been MUX and my old Volvo xc90.