I hear ya! Colorado here, so we opted for the Crosstrek back in 2013 (2014 model) and love it. I wanted something quieter and a little more comfortable for my old bones, so I opted for my Legacy. We are thinking he'll get an Outback when we're ready, but we don't need two wagons so that leaves me with another Legacy, if I stay with Subaru. I want something with some height!