I see new 2005 Magnum RT's for under $24k in my local papers. That's quite a bit larger than anything else on your list. Back seat space for anything else listed is tiny including Legacy. Don't except adults to ride back there, kids okay. Gas mileage is lowest on your list, though.

I put a couple hundred miles on a Magnum RT and liked it. Interior is cheap for $35k, but $25k not too bad. The largest passenger space except Ford 500 for $25k.

The long in the tooth but refreshed for 2006 PT Cruiser GT is still a nice vehicle with power. Fun w/ manual tranny. I almost bought a 2004 GT.

I can offer a F&F discount, maybe employee price on most new DCX products.

Otherwise, G35, 325i, IS300, Lincon LS, Fusion, RX-8, Cooper S, Maxima, Altima, X-Type and many more options in the price range, new or used.