Estoyloco

I have a 2012 Crew FWD.
This was a purchase to make it our family vehicle.
Things that I love about it.
- Tons of storage, can't get enough, bins under 2nd row floorboard, under front passenger etc.
- 3rd row seating. I am 5'10" 150lbs, and I fit easily in the 3rd row and actually sat comfortably during the test drive... haven't tested again since :D (so putting kids in the back here shouldn't be a problem at all.)
- Quick access to 3rd row, pull one lever that folds up the 2nd row and slides easily. Easier access using the 40 split side.
- If you can find a used one with 2nd row seat boosters... comes with 2 built in, takes up no more room than the regular seat. Could possible fit car seat/booster in middle of 2nd row as well... so can go inseat booster - external booster/car seat - inseat booster.
BTW FWD/AWD is sort of up for debate, it helps when you are stationary and are trying to get go. Or on a hill and have to stop and go. Or if you are plowing through snow and possible risk getting stuck (though this last one, how often do you really drive on unplowed roads?)
Other than that, while you are travelling and if you hit ice, FWD/AWD are pretty much the same.
I went back and forth for a month trying to decide between FWD/AWD... in the end I chose the FWD... didn't really feel AWD gave much for the added cost / maintenance / weight / more things to break.
From what I gathered from the reviews FWD w/ good set of winter tires > AWD w/ All seasons