I also like being able to haul long stuff but in covered storage, I don't run an open bed. If I need an open bed to haul random crud that's what a trailer is for for me. I rarely haul stuff Honestly I could probably get along with something Scion iQ sized with clever design, some lay flat seating, and that could tow 2000lbs. Sadly noone makes anything like that currently. It would be nice if Toyota brought it back as a BEV with seating for at least 3 and hopefully AWD as at least an option and a tow hitch with an accompanying 2000lb tow rating but I'm not holding my breath. Sounds like you'd be happier with a Transit Connect.
