I've driven several cars as either rentals or with friends: Kia Soul (2017), Kia Cerato (2016), Nissan Sunny (2018). Hated the Sunny, didn't like the Cerato, loved the Soul. I don't generally like sedan cars, I prefer SUVs (or hatchbacks as a middle option). I'll be driving from Abu Dhabi to Khalifa City 3 times a week and within Abu Dhabi the rest of the time, with occasional trips to Dubai. My budget is 60-65k but I do prefer to buy something new from the dealership, and I'll be financing it.

I was eyeing the Toyota Raize but I'm unsure if it has cruise control and I also saw that it was involved in some safety scandal in Japan. I'm open to other options.