Definitely options for you out there. There are many self-cleaning ranges available in gas. Your wish to have the controls on the front will certainly cost you more money, but it is a much sleeker look. If you go this route, make sure you consider the gap that will be created at the back of the range, as a slide in range typically does not go all the way to the back wall like a conventional free standing range. Here are some self cleaning slide in gas ranges. http://www.ajmadison.com/cgi-bin/ajmadison/GW397LXU.html with convection http://www.ajmadison.com/cgi-bin/ajmadison/GW399LXUS.html free standing (under $1000) http://www.ajmadison.com/cgi-bin/ajmadison/WFG510S0A.html with convection http://www.ajmadison.com/cgi-bin/ajmadison/WFG540H0A.html Lots of timer options and display of temps etc on all of these models. You'll find similar models under the Maytag name, and Frigidaire and GE will have multiple models that fit into your budget as well. Finding a non-self cleaning gas range is the more difficult thing now a days, until you get into some of the entry level pro ranges, like Wolf, Viking, Thermador etc. Some of the other features you've mentioned about the burners, that''s where things will really start costing you money. Most of the well developed burners on the market happen to be attached to the pro ranges, where the more basic ranges out there will all source their burners from companies that just manufacturer burners. Nothing special to them, not super hot, not super at simmering, but will get the job done. I suggest going into a brick and mortar store and talking to a sales person, they will hopefully have lots of knowledge, and more options that you'll get browsing internet forums :) Good luck!

Not sure the product you're seeking exists, especially the "reasonably priced" part... Alternatively, have you considered a 30" wall oven under a 36" cooktop? It could be almost reasonable. depending on your cabinet and countertop choices.

The price jumps so much when go from 32" ranges to 36" ranges - does anyone have suggestions for reasonably priced 36" ranges?

@itsourcasa yes we did purchase the Verona Induction. We've been using it for a few months and absolutely love it. Easy to use. And it is even so much faster and powerful than our vintage gas range which was really great. We don't miss the gas "power" at all - there is plenty of power with induction. Plus the clean up is so easy. No burners to clean out the spills.