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- Rating of the best station wagons
Station wagon cars continue to pleasantly surprise motorists who value excellent dynamics, comfort and ease of control. A station wagon is understood as a cargo-passenger car body, which is a semblance of a sedan with a spacious trunk.
Their appearance is associated with the pre-war period, when the class of small entrepreneurs needed comfortable, roomy cars. Most of the station wagons were assembled not on conveyor belts of large machine-building plants, but in small workshops using handicraft and manual labor techniques.
Modernity and progress, boldly bursting into the life of automakers, changed the course of history and the fate of this version of the car. What are the best generalists in the world?
Rating of the best station wagons
10. Toyota Prius V
A car from a Japanese manufacturer is considered to be an economical transport. What's special about it:
- Some drivers manage to consume 5 liters of gasoline per 124 kilometers. This happens due to the "stop-start" function.
- Drivers consider the great advantage of this vehicle to be warmth, an increased degree of comfort and the ability of the engine to start without problems in any frost.
- Drivers respond positively to the excellent acceleration characteristics. To get a high opinion of motorists, engineers had to try pretty hard by installing a four-cylinder engine. The unit of 134 "horses" acts as the main assistant to the electric motor, programmed to function at certain intervals of the way. Moreover, the electric motor turns on, regardless of the speed limit.
9. Volvo V90
For the production of this car, Swedish developers decided to make a descending roof, based on the Volvo S90 sedan. The approach of this format made it possible to increase the dynamics of the vehicle.
In the interior design, nothing much had to be changed, except that the lighting was slightly corrected, and better quality finishing materials were added to the interior. The result is a new luxury model with the following capabilities:
- climate control management;
- easy control of the multimedia system;
- telephone connection and Internet access.
Heated seats and massage chair options add to the merits. In this model, the safety system has been improved - the Pilot-Assist system has been introduced, which helps the driver to take a break during a long trip. It is complemented by a character recognition system. The car itself monitors the driver's condition and will be able to wake him up in time if he deviated from the route.
8. BMW 5-Series
Going on a trip in this car is a real pleasure for drivers and passengers who value maximum comfort. The engineers managed to accomplish the practically unrealistic: the car got rid of the extra 100 kg, added the volume in the trunk to 1700 liters.
The designers offered this option, accompanied by several engines to choose from: two diesel and the same number of powerful gasoline engines. The operation of the power units is complemented by an easy-to-use 8-speed gearbox.
"Five" from the collection of the famous German concern differs in a variety of technical "chips", appreciated by motorists:
- BMW Display Key allows you to park remotely. For this, the package is complemented by a compact gadget that looks like a smartphone.
- Top-end technical know-how is the head-up display, which is 70% larger in area.
- For music lovers, the excellent Bowers and Wilkins audio system has been created.
- The "Iron Horse" is capable of steering with the help of the rear axle and, as an accessory, has the function of integral rear-wheel steering.
7. Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
In the lineup of German brands, this car, presented in 2015, is considered one of the most sophisticated in technical terms and in terms of providing comfort for long journeys. Designed to replace the outdated Jetta, it does an excellent job on a variety of road surfaces.
When the backrests of the rear seats are folded down, the luggage compartment increases to 1,850 liters, allowing a large amount of cargo to be stored. The car is economical, consuming 5.2 liters per 100 kilometers.
Golf Sportwagen pleases with a power of 150 hp, obedience on the road. Its turbocharged four-cylinder or 150-horsepower turbodiesel exhibits the durability and trouble-free characteristics laid down by the manufacturer.
It accelerates to "hundreds" in 4 seconds, which was especially liked by the Americans and Europeans, where the car breaks sales records. This unit successfully copes with off-road travel and looks stylish in the city.
6. Subaru Outback
Unpretentious, roomy, cozy - this is how this model can be briefly described. The car is the best in its class in terms of ease of maintenance and repair. Drivers describe it as a vehicle that listens well to steering commands and is suitable for any road surfaces.
The seats in the cabin are comfortable with an adjustable backrest, allowing you to comfortably go on any journey.
The vehicle is reliable and, according to the manufacturer itself, can serve for decades without requiring special attention.
The external design is not satisfactory, as is the driving performance. The turbo diesel engine works quietly, smoothly, without giving out whims and growls during acceleration. Plus, the turbodiesel shows good speed performance. This car is liked by motorists because of its easy handling.
5. Mercedes-AMG C63 Estate
The car is neither bulky nor cramped. Introduced in Geneva in 2017, the station wagon immediately fell in love with consumers with a sporty appearance with a chrome trim on the radiator grille.
I like the ergonomics of the cabin, savings in terms of fuel consumption and LED optics. The side sections remain largely unchanged, complementing the dynamics on the road. How the car will be remembered by the new generation of drivers:
- Interesting design of the driver's seat. Everything is thought out for sports driving so that the driver does not feel discomfort on a long or short trip. The added benefit is the height-adjustable steering wheel, so the driver's height is not too important.
- The central panel contains a large number of buttons to facilitate the management of security systems. For navigation, radio system and multimedia in response, buttons located on the left side. On the right, by pressing the buttons, the car enthusiast will be able to control the emergency parking and mobile communications.
Restyling has benefited the "iron horse", making it more confident, regardless of road situations.
4. Mazda 6 Wagon
The Japanese produce many models in different variations of the bodywork, but this particular model has caused a stir in sales. The mid-size station wagon is characterized by high-quality production materials, excellent assembly.
"Mazda" in this version is good fuel economy, spacious interior, high acceleration rates. The 2018 redesign has resulted in a large number of useful options.
The fast-paced and dynamic car has comfortable heated front seats and a wide range of adjustments. The back sofa can comfortably fit three people. The luggage compartment has 522 liters of usable space. The manufacturer offers gasoline and diesel engines combined with manual transmission and automatic transmission. Mazda 6 Wagon was especially appreciated by Europeans and, in particular, by the inhabitants of Germany.
3. Hyundai i40
A worthy place in the "palette" of station wagons is occupied by the Hyundai I140. It is difficult to refer it to the budget category, but the price is fully justified by the technical equipment.The trunk, if desired, turns into a spacious cargo compartment with a volume of 1720 liters.
Under the hood of the "brainchild" of the Korean car industry is a two-liter power unit, which gives excellent dynamics, combined with economic benefits in terms of gasoline consumption.
In tandem with the motor, an automatic transmission acts, giving out fast switching of speed modes. The exterior of the car was created in the style of the corporate design of the Korean transport.
2. Kia Ceed SW
According to car owners, this car is much better than the Rio. Ergonomic and running characteristics are thought out to the smallest detail. Kia Ceed SW - the owner of a sporty exterior and an elongated body due to the rear overhang.
The "highlight" of the model are the rear seat backs folding in different proportions. As a result, you can comfortably accommodate four riders, accommodating a whole set of snowboarders.
The intelligent control and safety system assists on the road, providing adaptive cruise control, the option of monitoring "blind spots", emergency braking, automatic parking.
1. Ford Focus
Speaking of the best quality, you can safely put the Ford Focus station wagon on the leading positions in the rating. The new generation, demonstrating excellent technical capabilities, is assembled at a plant in the Russian Federation. Outwardly, the station wagon is endowed with a very presentable image.
Transport can easily act as a family car and is suitable for moderate driving on city highways. It is not for nothing that Ford Focus belongs to the class of the best-selling cars in Russia and Europe. Even in the simplest configuration, the motor gives 105 hp. from.
Conclusion
Universal cars from branded manufacturers have a reduced center of gravity, thanks to which even small cars are endowed with high acceleration characteristics. These cars are designed to be as comfortable as possible thanks to the meticulous monitoring of feedback from manufacturers.
