I say check out a new Ford SHO Taurus. 365 HP twin turbo V6 and AWD. Plus it gets great fuel economy, handles as good as some sports cars, and is just ticks slower than a new EVO in the quarter. But it's more grown up than an EVO or STi and has plenty of creature comforts and techno gizmos the others don't. Comes in at $46K loaded with all the bells and whistles. Super comfortable with plenty of room for people and all your stuff.