Although they are now discontinued, and granted they look like a toaster, take a Nissan Cube out for a spin. They are all the things you described. They are incredibly roomy inside, and so easy for old guys/gals to get in and out of.  Great heat and cold A/C.  My wife bought one and we love driving this thing. The fact that they are now  discontinued offers up some really good savings on a good low-miler if you look around. It's certainly worth a test drive to see for yourself. Also, they handle great in the winter with a good set of snow tires.