Hi! I'm new here, and I'm in the research phase of things while I continue to drive my tired-but-sturdy 2007 Prius until I can make the jump. My 2007 just got a new 12V battery yesterday after refusing to start and leaving me stranded one too many times. It's got 160,784 miles on it, a b0rked fuel bladder, and weird clicks and pops. Still, I intend on selling it and getting.... a 2022 Prius Prime XLE? Limited? A 2023 Prius? A 2022 Prius? What trim level?

Here's where I'd like to know your thoughts. I would like to stay around $30K if possible, but I can stretch to $36 or so depending on the features. This will not be a high-mileage car, but I intend to have it for a very long time. I definitely need the comfy back seat for my in-laws and cargo area for errands. Northern Virginia, so some winter; not much, but enough. Looking forward to your suggestions!