Cars in the station wagon body are sedans with an extended luggage compartment and an additional door in the rear wall. Unlike European countries, universal cars are not so popular with us. This is most often associated with the fact that many station wagons have low traffic, which is not always acceptable for our region.
However, with the release of new models, more and more domestic motorists are choosing cars of this type: they are roomy, gradually acquire off-road qualities, are great for a large family, and are also more economical than crossovers and SUVs. This article examined 5 best station wagon cars.
5. Toyota Mark X Zio
Mark X Zio - the best Japanese station wagon, which is comfortable as a minivan, and in driving performance, like a sedan. The appearance of the car is not a throw, the body itself is wide and squat. A feature of the cabin is the concept of "4 + Free." This gives a guarantee that in the cabin 4 people can feel quite comfortable. In addition, the seats can be fixed in different positions: “Personal Mode” - for comfortable travel, “Friendly Mode” - for a large company and “Active Mode”, which increases the luggage space.
Owners note excellent steering. The car understands the driver almost at a glance. The choice is provided with engines of 2.4 liters and 3.5 liters, transmission - variator or automatic.
4. Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
Continues the rating of station wagons of 2016. Reliable CLA class car appeared in 2014. Like his fellow sedan, it was built on a Class A front-wheel drive platform. The cheapest version with a 1.6-liter engine and front-wheel drive will cost just about 2 million. More powerful all-wheel drive versions will cost nearly 3 million.
As for the station wagon, the Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake does not have such a spacious interior and trunk, but it boasts excellent handling and dynamics. This car with all its appearance says that station wagons can also be prestigious.
3. Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class
Mercedes has implemented an interesting idea by releasing a roomy station wagon based on the four-door CLS coupe. The appearance of the car was a success. Smooth and elegant lines make the station wagon Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class more attractive to the eye.
The luggage compartment - one of the main parts of any station wagon - may not seem spacious enough for a domestic consumer. Its volume is 590 liters, and if you fold the back seat - 1550 liters. Yes, and the opening of the luggage compartment is small. It should be borne in mind that the Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class is not very suitable for transporting large loads. The trunk of the car is trimmed with velor and has a wooden bottom.
A choice of 5 engines, including the "eight" with a volume of 5.5 liters. A 7-speed automatic transmission or AMG Speedshift is also offered.
2. Cadillac Escalade ESV
Escalade ESV is not the most economical station wagon with off-road ambitions. Thanks to the radiator grill shield, it has a truly warlike appearance. In this car, the manufacturability is at the highest level: the traveling footboard, the massage function in the seats, the digital instrument cluster, and much more.
On the road, the Escalade ESV, despite its power, is quite malleable: the handling is top-notch, there are no complaints about the brakes, and the heavy weight does not annoy the corners.
As for the luggage compartment, then everything is on the ointment! Trunk volume - 747 liters, and with folded seats - 3424 liters.
1. Skoda Superb Combi
It was decided to give the first place to the more affordable and popular model with us - the Skoda Superb Combi. Manufacturers were initially set up to create almost the cheapest station wagon, and the result met expectations.
The car looks both stern and attractive at the same time. And the increased aerodynamic wing gives it a sporty look.
The interior of the Superb Combi is truly spacious. Almost all the finish is made of soft plastic, which is the most resistant to various kinds of damage.
The standard boot volume is 660 liters, with the rear seats folded down - 1,895 liters.
The buyer has the choice of drive: front or full (4x4).
Among the range of gasoline engines offered, the most powerful is the 2-liter capacity of 220–280 liters. from.
Conclusion
It’s clear from everything that today good generalists are divided into prestigious models and “workers”. The former are focused on comfortable trips and allow you to emphasize the status of the owner, the latter - directly on practical application.
