New DD, need input
 

I am looking at selling my current daily driver, a 2001 Ford Escape, and picking up a new one. My Escape has recently gone over 200,000 miles and I feel it would be smart to pick up a new vehicle as a daily driver. I am looking in the $7,000 to $9,000 range. More than anything, I want a small to mid size SUV with less than 100,000 miles on it. One I have been eyeing a bit is the Toyota Highlander, but am keeping my options open. Does anyone have experience with vehicles in this area and if so any words of advice (pros/cons/warnings)? Thanks!