Subcompact SUV recommendations

Honda or Subaru out of your line up. Kia is now owned by Hyundai and has a great quality rep but the Kia just felt rough and boxy. Not too familiar with the Toyota you mentioned but Toyota has had it's share of quality issues over the past couple years knocking it down the line up in regards to reliability and lack of issues.

It depends on if you need reliable AWD.  The Corolla Cross is both FWD or AWD.  I rented one, AWD and it did well for me. 

Never drove an HRV, but does seem harder to see out of.  

Mazda CX-30 would also be on my list (cx-3 was discontinued). 

If I needed good AWD it would be either the VW Taos or Subaru Crosstrek.  

Good luck, if you can be patient, the market is chancing for semiconductor chips, the automotive mfg is almost all caught up, and inventories look to be high by the fall.

If you want a solid car, check out the Honda CR-V or Subaru Forester. They’re super reliable and safe, perfect for families or just getting around.

About quality, SUVs are usually bigger with more space and good for off-roading. The CR-V and Forester nail it with lots of cargo room and comfy seating, so you can get stuff done without losing comfort. Kia’s getting better since Hyundai took over, but their newer rides might not feel as fancy as some people want. If you wanna dive deeper into what makes an SUV, look up on this article : What Defines an SUV?

Honda has had some serious paint peeling problems. They started in 2013 and were serious issues through 2020. Our 2015 Acura MDX (purchased new) had the pearl white paint peel off of the roof, A Pillars, and on the lower hatchback door (in 2022). Acura paid to have the areas re-painted. There have been thousands of paint issues, and Honda now has a 7 year warranty on the paint...so they will pay for repair until 7 years are up. We just barely made it within the 7 year guarantee. You can Google this issue, and there is a Facebook page (owners) devoted to this issue. If you purchase an HRV, I would recommend a more recent year, and research the complaints and recalls for that year. I have owned 8 Honda's since 1973, and I still own my 1984 Silver Prelude (33000 miles) which is under a sheet in the garage! Based on the list of cars you are looking at...I would recommend the Subaru. You should drive them all, and pick the one that is the most comfortable for you and meets all of your requirements.