My company is replacing my current company vehicle. The budget guidelines are---- new: c$20k, or used: c$15k. ( some flexibility)
I have been driving about 1000 miles per week so operating costs are a consideration. At 1000 miles per week so is comfort!
I travel to various construction sites, mostly with no passengers. I carry a minor amount of equipment--the largest is a box about 3ft long by 18inches high and 18inches wide.
Access to the sites is sometimes difficult; muddy roads.
A full size pickup is available when I need to carry larger loads.

Suggestions are appreciated.
Right now the list includes the following new vehicles: Jetta TDI wagon, Hyuandai Sante Fe, Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, Chev Colorado, Jeep Liberty diesel ( late availability)