Take a look at 2012-2015.5 Volvo XC60 T6s, especially the R-Design. The Rs should have Polestar standard and make 325hp/354 lb/ft of torque, all smooth as glass and right off idle with the 3.0L inline 6-cylinder, ala a MBZ or BMW incline 6. Outside should be 182" long and inside much roomier than a V60, plus they're out there for older model years. The R-Design has a sport suspension and it's a bit of a wolf in sheep's clothing. Awesome seats, but don't own one without a warranty.

They are available in left hand drive, too!

https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-reviews/2014-volvo-xc60-review-first-drive-12700

I had the same issue last year. I bought a 2013 Mini Countryman S. Manual transmission was a requirement for me (6-speed). AWD was a great bonus.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1551668212.jpg

Did I forget to mention my JSW gets 43 MPG HWY and 32 mixed? Add a Malone tuning chip and or the higher levels and you can get crazy horsepower and torque depending on your state’s emissions requirements. Practicality, great mileage and inspiring power in a super clean well maintained car. Takes all the risk out of buying a used one owner car. Drove it yesterday and love how the thing corners and brakes (stock GTI brakes). Ands that’s all I have to say about that.