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In this compilation, we have recorded how things are for February 2017.

BMW and Mercedes-Benz simultaneously presented their station wagons: the five-door of the fifth series and the infernal E 63 from AMG. On this occasion, we decided to make a selection of the coolest generalists on the planet - and found that it was time to put them in the red book.

A list of the most powerful or fastest station wagons on earth in the last five years would look terribly dull, with four Mercedes-Benz and two Audi sharing the top six spots. It seems that there is no place for generalists in the modern world. They are gradually surrendering under the onslaught of crossovers and sedans. But those that remain sometimes eat supercars without ketchup.

1. Grand Prix of steepness. Mercedes-AMG E 63 S 4Matic + Estate

Let's start with the main thing. Affalterbach has forged what seems to be the fastest station wagon in history. Hiding behind this "it seems", we are still sure: you will not find a serial "carriage" on the planet that is equal to it in terms of dynamics. Under the hood is a 4.0-liter V8 with twin turbochargers. It develops 612 hp. and is paired with a 9-speed automatic. From a place to 100 km / h, the hellish barn catapults in 3.5 s. It's faster than a Ferrari California T or a Mercedes-AMG GT R. Not only that, the smart all-wheel drive transmission and the electronics that keep you from looking into the eyes of death all the time can be switched to drift mode. Hold your jaw: overtake supercars and drive sideways (even with a refrigerator in the trunk) is offered to you by the factory Mercedes station wagon!

2. The coolest sold today. Mercedes-AMG CLS 63 S 4Matic Shooting Brake

If you haven't guessed yet, the rule works well with Mercedes: the longer the name, the cooler the model. So the CLS 63 with a kilometer of other indexes is technically identical to the previous generation E-Class, and that, for a minute, was also the fastest station wagon in the world. The 5.5-liter V8 with 585 hp is responsible for the darkening in your eyes. twin-turbocharged and permanent four-wheel drive. This elegant shed accelerates to 100 km / h in 3.7 seconds, which, by the way, is on the level of the Ferrari FF and Bentley Continental GT3-R, and even faster than the Lamborghini Murcielago. And unlike the "yes" just presented, you can buy CLS right now. In theory.

3. The coolest is not from Stuttgart. Audi RS6 Avant performance

Towards the end of the life cycle, the already powerful all-wheel drive Audi RS6 Avant was added to the rage: the 4.0-liter V8 biturbo was boosted from 560 to 605 hp. At the same time, the electronic speed limiter was moved from 250 km / h to the prohibitive mark of 305 km / h. And until sales of the Mercedes E 63 began, this is the most powerful serial station wagon in the world. And even though it did not become the fastest (the same 3.7 s to "hundred" as in the CLS), this is an amazing specimen - both for driving every day and for a collection (what if you have already grown to a collection of cars) ...

4. Fastest without all-wheel drive. Mercedes-AMG C 63 S Estate

And again Mercedes! The five-door C-Class has the same V8 4.0 as the Eshka (though it produces only 510 hp), but there is no all-wheel drive, otherwise it would be even faster. Although 4.1 s to "hundreds" is a good time. What is "not bad" there! Until recently, it was considered the norm for supercars. For example, the 12-cylinder Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is even slower ...

5. Diesel Sympathy Prize. Bavarian national team

BMW loves station wagons too, albeit not as much as Audi. Real "emki" with a five-door body appeared only a couple of times.

BMW M5 Touring E34, 1992, 340 hp Less than 900 cars produced

BMW M5 Touring E61, 2007, 507 hp They were collected a little over a thousand

The last M5 Touring was released in 2010. This 10-cylinder monster accelerated to 100 km / h in 4.8 seconds. Not so fast in today's reality.

Recently, the station wagon of the fifth series of the latest generation G31 was presented. Alas, not a word about "emki" again. However, this "barn" will still show itself. After all, so far even the most powerful modifications of the 540i and 550i have not been told.

The "five" of 2017 has not yet staked out a place in our cool list. Is everything ahead?

So, with your permission, we will present the outgoing five of the F11 generation. The top station wagon 550i gains “one hundred” in just 4.7 seconds, but there is something more interesting - the all-wheel drive M550d xDrive touring.

Its three-liter diesel engine with three (!) Turbines produces 381 hp, develops a monstrous thrust of 740 Nm from 2000 rpm and eats "according to the passport" only 6.3 liters of diesel fuel per 100 km. As you already guessed, even with a relatively modest 4.9 seconds of acceleration to 100 km / h, this is the fastest diesel station wagon in the world. And yet the entire Bavarian national team would not have held even in fifth place if we did not take in her frantic Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo Touring, built on the basis of the BMW M550i F11 station wagon. In the town with the funny name Buchloe, a 4.4-liter V8 with two turbines is boosted from 450 to 600 hp. After that, the Bavarian "Touringet" is able to gain 328 km / h, exchanging the first "hundred" in 4.2 seconds.

I'm sorry, what? How did the tuning car end up on the list? Actually, Alpina is considered an automaker, not a tuning office - we have a right! But please don't make a fuss until Mercedes calls Brabus for help. These guys have nothing sacred, and 800-900 forces under the hood is a common thing.

6. Prize-winner of youth games. Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 Shooting Brake

However, whatever one may say, on the next line again Mercedes. The smallest and most affordable on our list. If you have to pay more than 7 million rubles for the CLS 63, then the junior AMG trailer will cost only 3.4 million. Size and price are not his only records. For example, the whole herd of 381 hp. removed from only two liters of working volume (not without the help of turbocharging, of course). It is officially the world's most powerful 4-cylinder engine. Save a condescending expression for another occasion: this little one can accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.3 seconds. He is faster than most of the multi-liter monsters that look unkindly from the bottom of the list ...

7. Cadillac among station wagons. Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon

But not that. The Сadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon was a truly insane car. And not only because its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 was producing 564bhp. - this space iron could be ordered with a manual transmission! Cadillac, station wagon, "pen" - it all sounds like a ticket to Kashchenko. Doubts about the adequacy of the creators of the CTS-V Sport Wagon causes literally everything - even the factory overclocking data to "hundreds" differ in official sources. We consider the most reliable figure of 4.2 s for a modification with a manual gearbox (something suggests that this knowledge may not be useful to you). The 2012 model has not been produced for a couple of years now, and it got into our list on the rights of an objection: with a change in generations, the Cadillac CTS was left without a station wagon.

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The station wagon is a workhorse. Drivers who choose such transport are looking for an opportunity to transport a large volume of cargo. This means that this car is being fully exploited.

Differences between the station wagon:

• has a voluminous and roomy trunk;
• longer than a standard passenger car, which increases the risk of scratches and chips on the body when parking;
• accommodates a TV, refrigerator, wardrobe. Due to such transportation, there is a possibility of damage to the interior trim.

In this article, we will tell you how to choose the right station wagon and not miscalculate.

The most budgetary option is 53,000 rubles. Such a cost can be found among the VAZ-2111 models. The most expensive will come out relatively new Largus, its cost from 500,000 rubles. We focus on the purchase budget:

• If it is less than 100,000 rubles, then you will have to plan for future repair costs. In this case, we recommend to dig up and start searching for a car from 200,000 rubles. minimum.
• For 500,000 rubles. you can choose a 2 year old station wagon in excellent condition. However, do not forget to fully check it. Do not take impeccable condition at face value, especially the Russian car industry.

Running models in this price segment:

• Kia ceed;
• Opel Astra (up to 2012);
• Skoda Octavia (up to 2013);
• Ford Focus (up to 2012);
• Chevrolet Cruze (2011-2013);
• Audi A4 (up to 2009).

The most budgetary option is 110-130,000 rubles, but be prepared that the mileage of such a car is about 200,000 km. However, such offers on the secondary market do not last long.

More recent options will cost 300-350,000 rubles. In this segment, there is plenty to choose from: a wide selection of models, which means you can bargain.

As for 4-5 summer cars, then the price tag here starts at 500,000 rubles. More modern models are presented here.

• Volvo XC70 (2010 - 2014) is considered the most reliable and safest all-rounder among analogues.
• Subaru Outback (2010 - 2014), in addition to its powerful engine and reliability, is famous for its large trunk volume. This car is suitable for travelers and those who need enough space to transport their cargo.
• Audi A6 (2010 - 2014): solid, solid and comfortable car. According to car owners, Audi practically does not break down.

Which car to choose depends on the purchase budget. Just remember that when choosing a cheap car, you run the risk of running into a low-quality car.

So, there are 3 rules for choosing a competent car:

• Choosing a station wagon that will last a long time is not an easy task, so take your time with the purchase.
• Be sure to check the technical condition of the machine. The engine, suspension, electrics, as well as the interior and bodywork are important elements for a thorough inspection of the car.
• You can check the car history online by state. number using the "Autocode" service. The number of owners, participation of the car in an accident, equipment, mileage, check for theft - information on each of these points will allow you to draw the right conclusions about the car. You will receive a complete data package even if the vehicle is from Japan and does not have a VIN. In addition, the service provides on-site diagnostics services - a specialist himself will come to the appointed place and conduct a comprehensive inspection of the machine. Based on the results of the checks, you yourself will draw a conclusion which car to choose for purchase.

No matter how attractive the seller's offer is, you should not take his word for it. The most reliable companion in choosing a station wagon is knowledge. Read more articles on Autocode and use our tips. And most importantly, be patient and attentive, then you will find a worthy option.

Looking for a car with a large trunk, but don't like crossovers and SUVs? But which car should you choose? After all, sedans, hatchbacks and coupes cannot boast of a large volume of cargo space. Then the best choice for you might be. Yes, of course, the popularity of station wagons has dropped significantly in recent years due to a shift in demand towards crossovers and SUVs. This does not mean that the generalists are doomed to oblivion. This class of machines is still ready to compete in the market. Especially in terms of the volume of cargo space, combining versatility and all the advantages of a passenger car. Here are the biggest station wagons on the market.

Hyundai i40 station wagon

Length: 4.77 m

We'll start with the Hyundai i40 station wagon. This model offers plenty of storage space. According to the official factory specification, the volume of the cargo space of the vehicle is from 553 before 1719 Liters (up / down rear seats).

Volkswagen passat

Length: 4.77 m

This station wagon has an interesting feature. It is much shorter than it looks. Nevertheless, the length of the body allowed the engineers to create a spacious interior and, which is 650 Liters ... If you fold out the rear seats, then the volume of cargo space will be 1780 Liters .

Mazda 6 kombi

Length: 4.80 m

This is one of the most beautiful station wagons in the car market at the moment. The designers and constructors of the model managed to do the impossible - not to spoil the stunning appearance of the sedan.

Trunk volume: 522 liters ... With the rear seats folded down, the boot volume will be 1664 liters .

Yes, the cargo space here is less than in a station wagon, but it costs much less.

Subaru outback

Length: 4.81 m

For those who love Japanese cars, four-wheel drive and station wagons, the Subaru Outback can be an excellent choice, which will not only pleasantly surprise you on light off-road conditions, but is able to accommodate a large amount of luggage during your trip. So, the volume of the trunk with the rear seats folded in is 559 liters. If you fold out the rear seats, then the volume will reach 1848 Liters .

Toyota Avensis Station Wagon

Length: 4.82 m

Another car for fans of the Japanese car industry. We are talking about the Toyota Avensis station wagon, which also boasts excellent cargo space in the cabin and in the trunk. The cargo volume of the model is 543-1690 liters .

Peugeot 508 SW

Length: 4.83 m

For lovers of French cars on the world market, there is a Peugeot 508 SW model with a trunk volume of 560 Liters ... With the rear seats folded down, the boot volume will be 1598 Liters .

Kia Optima Sport Wagon

Length: 4.85 m

For Kia fans also in some foreign markets, the automaker offers the Optima Sport Wagon, with a trunk 552-1686 liters ... For hybrid enthusiasts, the same model is also still available with a hybrid engine in the European market.

Skoda Superb Combi

Length: 4.86 m

Here is another interesting station wagon with a trunk in 660 Liters ... Expanding the same rear seats, you get the volume of cargo space in 1950 Liters .

Renault Talisman Grand Tour

Length: 4.87 m

For Renault lovers in the global market, there is a Talisman Grand Tour model with a trunk from 572 to 1861 L ... So by purchasing this car you will be easily ready for a European tour with a lot of luggage.

Ford mondeo

Length: 4.87 m

The trunk volume of this model is 525 Liters ... With the rear seats folded down, the volume can be increased to 1630 Liters ... But this is not the main advantage. The machine is available with a three-cylinder super-efficient 125 hp turbo engine.

Mercedes E-class T-model

Length: 4.93 m

Traditionally, Mercedes station wagons occupy a special position in this class. The fact is that this car combines seemingly impossible: sportiness, versatility, luxury, etc.

This car is unique. Indeed, in addition to a large trunk, the volume of which ranges from 640 before 1820 Liters , you not only get possession of an expensive luxury passenger car, but also a piece of sporting spirit, thanks to the special character of the E-class, achieved by the new engines.

Volvo V90

Length: 4.94 m

Pay attention to the length, which is 4.94 meters. This length allowed the designers not only to make a spacious comfortable interior, but also to provide the car owner with a normal cargo space, which is 560 Liters with the rear seat back raised. If you fold out the rear seat, then the volume of cargo space will be 1526 Liters .

Audi A6 Avant

Length: 4.94 m

Most likely, in 2018, a new generation based on the new sedan will finally appear on the market. But for now, on the market you can buy a restyled station wagon of the old generation, which has a trunk volume 565 Liters ... With the rear seats folded down, the cargo space is 1810 Liters that you will agree not bad. The only drawback of this model is its cost.

BMW 5- Series Touring

Length: 4.94 m

Here is a new generation station wagon. This model has changed not only externally, but also received many new technologies. Trunk volume from 570 before 1700 liters .

Jaguar XF Sportbrake

Length: 4.95 m

This is the new Jaguar XF Sportbrake. Cargo space from 565 before 1700 liters ... As you can see, this is a direct competitor to the BMW 5-series station wagon in a new body. But Jaguar costs a little less.

Mercedes CLS Shooting Brake

Length: 4.95 m

It's easy to get confused in the Mercedes lineup. Especially in recent years, when the company is constantly bringing new models to the market. For example, did you know that Mercedes is currently producing a luxurious expensive station wagon?

Yes, not many people need such a model, and naturally this car is not in great demand on the world market. But Mercedes believes that there are many people in the world who need this particular car.

Trunk volume from 590 before 1550 Liters .

Opel Insignia Sports Tourer

Length: 4.99 m

In front of you is a station wagon almost 5 meters long. Is it a lot or a little? Take a look at the specs of many crossovers on the market and you'll see that the 5m Opel Insignia Sports Tourer really competes with crossovers in length.

Also, this model can easily compete with crossovers in terms of trunk volume, which is 560 Liters ... With the rear seats folded out, the volume of cargo space will be 1665 Liters .

Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo

Length: 5.05 m

What is the longest station wagon on the market in our ranking? The undisputed leader of our list is a station wagon with a length of 5.05 meters.

True, the length did not particularly affect the volume of the trunk, which is only 520 Liters ... Expanding the rear seats, you get the volume of cargo space in total 1390 Liters ... A little? But this is not the main advantage of this car.

Cars with the type of bodywork known in the CIS as "station wagon" are in great demand due to a number of their advantages. Five-door cars with increased luggage space are an excellent family car. They are great for both city driving and long-distance travel. In this article, we will tell you about the ten best station wagons of the 2018-2019 model year, each of which must be paid close attention to when choosing a car of this class. There are no prize places in this rating of station wagons, and there are no outsiders. The models presented in it belong to different price categories and cannot compete directly. Nevertheless, each of them is a prominent representative of its class.

Best Japanese Station Wagon 2018-2019 - Mazda 6 Wagon

Mazda 6 is one of the main models of the Japanese company. She has been on the market since 2002, and during this time she has gone through several reincarnations. The car is a mid-size station wagon, and in terms of trunk volume and geometric dimensions, it is inferior to many other representatives of the D-class. Nevertheless, this car is deservedly one of the best station wagons on the Russian market. First of all, the Wagon stands out for its appearance. As a rule, family cars have a very restrained neutral design, which cannot be said about the Mazda 6. The car is very easily recognizable, has an aggressive appearance and strict lines. Everything is good in the car and under the hood. The reliability of the engine, the excellent quality of all materials and workmanship guarantee a long service life of the car without large expenditures on repair work.

One of the best economical station wagons - Hyundai i40

The Hyundai i40 has carved out its niche in the station wagon market thanks to its excellent value for money. Of course, it is impossible to call it budget, since the cost of a car exceeds one million rubles, but in the station wagon market this amount is not too great.

The Korean manufacturer has paid great attention to the car's capacity and the volume of its trunk, which is 533 liters. With the rear row of seats folded down, this volume increases to 1,719 liters.

The two-liter engine shows excellent dynamics on the road and the automatic transmission works flawlessly. The appearance of the i40 easily matches the corporate identity of the Korean company. Among other advantages, one can single out low fuel consumption, and among the disadvantages, one can name only a small clearance (14.7 centimeters).

Best Korean Family Station Wagon - KIA Seed SW

The KIA Seed SW is a direct competitor to the Hyundai i40. Both cars are in the same price range and have similar technical characteristics. It is for the excellent value for money that the KIA Seed SW can be included in the list of the most interesting station wagons in Russia in 2018-2019. The model has the following advantages:

• Roomy trunk 528 liters (1642 liters with the rear row of seats folded down);
• Cost in the region of 1 million rubles;
• Good equipment even in the basic configuration: built-in car alarm, multifunction steering wheel, power windows and much more;
• Economical fuel consumption (about 7 liters per 100 kilometers).

Inexpensive and reliable Ford Focus

The Ford Focus has various designs, but the most interesting of them is the station wagon body. The car has an attractive design that looks more expensive than its real value and will no doubt stand out on the road.

Under the hood of the car, in the minimum configuration, there is an engine with a volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 105 horsepower. Of course, this is not the most outstanding power unit, but it is enough for a family car.

Focus station wagons are very popular in Russia. This is due to its low cost, excellent workmanship, good "stuffing" and low fuel consumption. Unfortunately, the high popularity makes this model one of the most stolen cars in Russia.

Inexpensive all-wheel drive station wagon - Skoda Octavia combi

Octavia combi is a station wagon based on the well-known Skoda Octavia sedan. The car from the Czech manufacturer is remarkable from all sides: from outstanding design to remarkable dynamics and behavior on the road. The car interior and trunk meets all the requirements of its class. The Skoda Octavia combi is the benchmark for family cars. The interior of the car is very spacious and comfortable. Additional comfort is added by a sufficiently high ground clearance.

This car undoubtedly belongs to the best station wagons of 2018 on the Russian market. High station wagon sales in the country best illustrate this.

Renault Logan MCV - cheap but reliable car

One of the pleasant novelties among the station wagons of the 2018-2019 model year is the Renault Logan modification. The sedan has proven itself to be a cheap and reliable vehicle. The Logan MCV is a great family car. The advantages of the machine are:

• Low cost;
• Roomy trunk and interior;
• Updated interior design;
• High ground clearance;
• Low fuel consumption (6-7 liters per 100 kilometers).

Audi Allroad is the best all-wheel drive station wagon

Without a doubt, this car is one of the three best station wagons of 2018-2019. The model is good in everything. Based on the Audi A4, the car has adopted all of its best qualities: reliability, dynamics and safety. The car has an excellent design that matches the overall style of the German brand. The only drawback of a car is its cost. Nevertheless, people who are ready to overpay for quality will not remain indifferent.

The car exists in four-wheel drive design. All-wheel drive and high ground clearance bring this station wagon closer to the crossover family, thanks to its increased cross-country ability. We can safely say that the Audi Allroad Quattro is one of the best all-wheel drive station wagons in 2018-2019 available on the Russian market.

Great family station wagon - Volvo V90

Volvo has always specialized in the production of family cars. The V90 is the best model in its class from the company in 2018-2019. The machine is distinguished by increased reliability and safety, excellent workmanship and workmanship. All materials used in the interior trim are pleasing to the eye and very pleasant to the touch. The design of the car will also appeal to car enthusiasts with a sense of style. Austere lines and deliberate seriousness make this car an eye-catcher on the road. A luggage compartment with a volume of 1520 liters with the rear seats folded down, and a comfortable interior make this car ideal for traveling with the whole family.

Possibly the best station wagon - Mercedes-Benz E-Class

The 2018-2019 Mercedes E-class wagon will appeal to lovers of reliable and powerful cars. The cost of this model starts at 3,800,000 rubles, which nevertheless does not at all reduce the demand for it. The car has the following advantages:

• Excellent appearance. It is difficult not to pay attention to this car on the road. She looks as stylish as possible, working off every ruble invested in her and even more;
• Rich equipment. The car is equipped with all the necessary modern electronic devices, including a rain sensor, a blind spot controller, a traffic sign recognition system and much more;
• Dynamic powerful engine from 2.0 liters.

If you are not constrained in funds and are looking for a status car-station wagon, then the Mercedes-Benz E-Class will be an excellent choice for you.

Good domestic station wagon - Lada Largus

Most of the station wagon buyers are family people. Therefore, they expect reliability, practicality and good capacity from the car. Station wagons have always been positioned as with spacious cabins, a good level of safety and large luggage compartments. This greatly increases the practicality of the car and makes it a preferred choice over a hatchback, sedan or liftback. In the rating of the best station wagon cars, we tried to select the most appropriate models for their original purpose. It is not necessarily an expensive car as many families have a limited budget. Buying a multi-million dollar car, which will also be expensive to maintain, is missing one of the key factors that characterize station wagons. Top 10 best station wagons.

Criterias of choice

When choosing the best station wagon of 2019, several main criteria were taken into account:

• price;
• spaciousness;
• reliability;
• profitability;
• operational cost.

This is what most customers rely on when they need a full-fledged family station wagon.

The concept of the best wagon is quite controversial and conditional, since a number of criteria and requirements can be presented.

It is difficult to say which wagon would be better to choose, since the range is huge. And all cars are conventionally divided according to their price range. Someone can only afford a budget option, others are ready to shell out a large sum for the product of a leading automaker that produces luxury foreign cars.

This explains the approach to compiling the rating, which included representatives of different segments, ranging from very low-cost cars to almost elite cars. Thus, the top 10 station wagons are formed, which win in terms of reliability, availability, efficiency and other parameters. Here, each consumer must set their own priorities and make personal requirements for the car they buy.

This is the only way to answer oneself to the question of which wagon would be better and more correct to choose in a particular situation.

When determining which station wagon is better to buy for a family, the main theses are:

1. Roominess. This is both the passenger compartment space and the luggage space. The larger the trunk, the higher the position of the car as a result.
2. Profitability. Here we are talking about the level of fuel consumption. Given the current fuel prices, in a large family it is important that the car can travel as many kilometers as possible on the minimum amount of fuel.
3. Operational cost. This is the amount of money required to maintain the station wagon. This includes the cost of fuel, consumables for scheduled maintenance, seasonal tire change, etc. The less money is spent on maintaining a car, the better the wagon and the higher its position in the rating.
4. Reliability. Not the least role is played by the reliability rating of station wagons, which predetermines the possible service life of the car, talks about typical breakdowns and the frequency of owners calling for service.

The logic behind choosing a practical family wagon is simple. The less time and effort we spend on maintenance with maintenance, and the more advantages the car is ready to provide to its owner, the higher the probability of getting into the top 10 of the best station wagons.

Leading car manufacturers

It is difficult to release really the best station wagon at the present time, because there is huge competition on the market, where each car company is ready to offer its own product.

Car companies strive to develop, offering more and more high-quality and modern cars. And since the body type in question is in great demand, everyone wants to claim the title of the best station wagon. This automatically raises sales and positions the manufacturer as a top manufacturer on the world stage.

The top includes five-door cars with an increased size of the luggage compartment. The trunk does not break records for its spaciousness everywhere, but the cars on the final list, for other objective reasons, deserve to be here.

Since it is almost impossible to name one best station wagon in 2019, each car will receive its own specific title and nomination.

The current top 10 station wagons are represented by the following car companies:

• Mazda;
• Hyundai;
• Ford;
• Skoda;
• Renault;
• Volvo;
• Mercedes;
• Audi;
• Lada.

Now it is worth taking a look at each model representing these automakers separately. Let's determine the reasons why these particular cars hit the final top and are positioned as the best station wagons of the current year.

According to many experts and car owners themselves, it is this car of the Japanese automaker that deservedly heads the rating of Japanese station wagons. Although the Mazda 6 Wagon can be given a victory in a number of other nominations. The reasonable price, high build quality and reliability of the car make the Mazda 6 station wagon a priority choice for many buyers.

The model has existed since 2002. It has been since that time that the leading Japanese automaker has been producing the Mazda 6 in several body styles. During its existence, the car has gone through several generational changes.

But it is the last modification that makes you talk a lot and often about yourself. The car attracts with its sporty, somewhat aggressive, and at the same time elegant appearance. But it's not just the beautiful body that makes the car a favorite.

In the case of the Mazda 6 Wagon, we are talking about a mid-size station wagon, which provides a fairly impressive luggage compartment and a spacious cabin. Reliable and dynamic engines are installed under the bonnet, guaranteeing not only good acceleration, but also excellent fuel economy.

The statistics of calls to the car service also speaks in favor of the Japanese station wagon Mazda 6 Wagon. This is due to the initially high build quality, the use of good materials and a well-thought-out design. Mazda 6 Wagon allows you to enjoy not only the exterior, but also the handling, as well as rides in the passenger seats in front and on the spacious sofa in the back.

Mazda 6 Wagon is actively chosen by the younger generation and young families. Mazda has managed to change the idea of ​​a modern station wagon.

If we talk about the best station wagons, then among the cars of 2019, a Korean development from Hyundai takes a well-deserved place among cars in this body type.

The machine takes its high place in the market due to the excellent combination of cost and quality. This car cannot be attributed to, since the purchase of the Hyundai i40 will have to spend at least 1 million rubles. But the cost fully justifies itself. Given the current market situation, it is difficult to find a station wagon of this level even for such a price.

Korean cars in station wagon, hatchback and sedan bodies are usually perceived as rather compact and not very roomy. But in the case of the i40, we have a really good car with a spacious 533-liter trunk, which turns into a 1719-liter loading dock, as soon as the backrests are lowered.

There are several possible engines hiding under the hood of a family station wagon from Korea. Potential buyers should pay special attention to the 2.0-liter version, which will provide excellent dynamics in combination with low fuel consumption. Automatic transmissions running in tandem with the motor do not cause any complaints, they change gears quickly and without delay.

Externally, the Hyundai i40 is made in the current corporate style of the Korean automaker.

There are a number of reasons why Hyundai's i40 made it to the top 10 in 2019. And there is even a reason to enter the top 5. It all depends on what criteria to choose a car.

The only drawback is the rather low ground clearance. Here it is only 147 millimeters. But since we are talking about an urban family station wagon, there is no need to overcome off-road conditions in such a car. And therefore the disadvantage is largely conditional.

Among the top 10 inexpensive modern station wagons, it is definitely worth giving a place to a direct competitor to the previous car. Kia is directly cooperating and competing for leadership not only in the domestic South Korean market, but also in the international arena.

But experts and car owners still, with a slight advantage in the category of the best Korean station wagons, preferred the development of Kia. Their Ceed CB has similar technical characteristics, the same reliable bodywork and a decent price-performance ratio.

Kia Ceed SW is in great demand in the markets in Europe, Russia and the CIS countries. There are more than enough reasons for this.

The car owner has at his disposal a spacious trunk of 528 liters with the rear seats up. But if the rear sofa is lowered, a flat and spacious loading area of ​​1642 liters is formed. This is slightly less than the Hyundai i40.

There is no need to spend a lot of money on a Kia Ceed station wagon either. A car, even in a medium configuration, is available at a price of about 1 million rubles. There are top modifications, but they don't cost more than 1.5 million. Therefore, the Kia Ceed is rightly positioned as a station wagon in the budget price segment. And deservedly it is included in the rating, which contains the best station wagons in terms of reliability, quality and cost.

Kia is pleasantly pleased even with the basic configuration. In the simplest version of their Ceed SW station wagon, the buyer gets a factory car alarm, a multifunction steering wheel, full power accessories, an economical but high-spirited engine, a set of airbags, etc.

Plus, one cannot fail to note the level of efficiency. On average, a Korean car company station wagon consumes about 7 liters on a combined cycle. In the city, consumption is slightly higher, but on the highway, the motors show themselves just fine, sometimes lowering the consumption even below the 5-liter mark.

If we talk about the best station wagons, then the rating must include at least one automaker from the United States. In many ways, it was in the North American region that the fashion for family station wagons originated, where they were elevated into a special category of vehicles.

Manufacturers from the USA continue to delight with high-quality and worthy developments now. One of the striking examples of such cars are station wagons under the name Ford Focus. These cars have been produced for a long time.

Relatively recently, a new generation of the model was released, which is assembled on the territory of the Russian Federation. A magnificent car in many respects, which claims to be the leader among inexpensive station wagons. At the same time Focus offers high quality and excellent technical characteristics.

The peculiarity of the Ford Focus is that the car looks much more expensive than it actually costs. And this is a great advantage, since the Focus creates the effect of an expensive and elite station wagon, although in fact it requires spending about 1-1.5 million rubles on its purchase. Really low price for what the consumer gets.

Ford Focus feels excellent in the budget segment, and it does not see any reason to rise to a higher level. Not all the best station wagons in the more expensive category can compete with this model. Yes, this is not the cheapest car option, but Ford's pricing policy is one of the exemplary. The consumer clearly understands what he is paying for.

In the simplest configuration, the Focus is equipped with a 1.6-liter engine with a capacity of 105 horsepower. The engine is extremely economical and quite playful. For measured operation in the city and when using the car as a family station wagon, even these 105 horses are quite enough. If you want dynamics, there are much more serious power units in the lineup, with a capacity of about 200 horsepower.

The strengths of the Ford Focus in the station wagon include excellent appearance, build quality, rich filling even in the initial configurations and. It is one of the best-selling station wagons in Russia and an extremely popular car in Europe.

If you are picking from a list of the best new station wagons that are all-wheel-drive and inexpensive, then this Czech car with German roots should top your personal ranking.

Skoda has a number of advantages to be directly linked to Volkswagen. Previously, Skoda cars were positioned as a cheaper alternative to the Volksagen line. But recently, Skoda has objectively risen in price, which still did not affect sales. Cars remain in demand and popular.

The Octavia Combi is based on the latest generation Octavia sedan. The new generation attracts with its appearance, build quality, technical characteristics and competent fuel consumption.

Skoda managed to equip the station wagon with both economical and dynamic engines. The basic equipment is not as rich as that of the same Ford Focus, but the sales advantage is still on the side of the Czech car.

Skoda Octavia Combi is perceived as an exemplary family station wagon. That's a loud, but largely justified status for this car. The car has a spacious interior, one of the largest luggage racks in its class, discreet design, thoughtful and ergonomic interior. It is also worth noting the presence of all-wheel drive (not in all trim levels) and impressive ground clearance.

And if someone wants to combine a family station wagon with a daring character, sporty parameters and excellent dynamics, there is always the opportunity to purchase the Octavia Combi in the RS modification.

If you are looking for the cheapest station wagon, but with a high level of reliability, then consider that you have already found it.

The updated station wagon based on Renault Logan has pleasantly pleased consumers in the new year. The car received an improved appearance, improved technical characteristics and a slightly redesigned interior.

The MCV version is perfect for those who need a roomy and spacious family station wagon with a large luggage compartment, but who are significantly limited in terms of budget. Logan MCV is attractive even in the aftermarket. Renault has managed to create a reliable, largely trouble-free car with a minimum number of calls to a car service with serious malfunctions.

This French station wagon provides several key benefits at once. Namely:

• low cost;
• high level of reliability;
• reliability;
• spacious luggage compartment;
• spacious salon;
• high ground clearance;
• low fuel consumption;
• cheap service.

Logan MCV adequately represents its segment, and deserves high positions in the rating. And this is probably the best all-rounder among budget models. This is the opinion of the experts, and many motorists agree with them. due to the Quattro system, responsive motors, a spacious interior and a solid luggage compartment in terms of its capacity.

If not for the high price, the Audi A4 Allroad would easily claim the title of the best all-wheel drive station wagon in the world.

The Swedish company Volvo has always positioned itself as a manufacturer of family cars. It is not for nothing that their station wagons were once the most popular, safe and reliable in the world.

The company's complex history forced me to retire for a while. But this only gave an impetus to return with renewed vigor.

Currently, one of the best station wagons in the world is rightfully considered the Volvo B90. The car has impressive dimensions, a spacious interior, a large trunk of 1520 liters (with folded seats) and simply the highest level of finish and assembly.

It should be understood that we are talking about an elite station wagon, the cost of which easily exceeds the mark of 3 million rubles. And not even for the richest package. But this is Volvo. Here the consumer understands what he pays for and why these cars are so expensive.

A car can only be bought for one of its appearance. Although here Mercedes is ready to offer much more.

If you choose the best station wagon among domestic cars, then the undisputed winner will be Lada Largus. In fact, this is the same Renault Logan MTsV, but with a different nameplate and slightly changed appearance.

Largus cannot claim to be in the top 10 among the world station wagons, but if you choose among budget models presented in Russia, then here Lada Largus will impose a serious struggle on more venerable representatives of the segment.

The criteria for choosing a car and the affordable budget for buying a family five-door station wagon are different for everyone. This does not allow us to name one best car. But you can make a consolidated rating, which includes cars of different categories and levels.

With a huge assortment of the market, you should safely highlight the obvious favorites and outsiders. If you are interested in buying a station wagon, then first of all you should pay attention to the presented top 10 models. Each of them is good in its own way, has a number of advantages and is ahead of the competition. The rating includes both representatives of the elite category and very budget models that offer a number of advantages in terms of price.

You just have to make a choice and make a final decision. But remember that the market situation is changing rapidly, and the top 10 in a year will certainly look completely different.