Station wagons may be fading from the U.S. market, but a few standout models are keeping the body style alive. These cars blend SUV practicality with sedan-like handling, making them a smart choice for drivers who want space without sacrificing comfort.
Today’s wagons also bring modern tech, advanced safety features, and premium interiors, proving they can compete with crossovers while offering a more engaging drive. From rugged off-road-capable versions to sleek luxury options, they cover a wide range of needs.
As crossovers continue to dominate, these cool wagons represent the last of their kind, an appealing mix of versatility, performance, and style that’s becoming increasingly rare.
In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from various manufacturer websites and other authoritative sources, including TopSpeed and the EPA. Models are ranked based on their starting MSRP, from most affordable to least affordable.
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2025 Subaru Outback
Starting MSRP: $29,995
The Outback started its life as a wagon with a lift that made it more rugged and capable than most of its rivals. However, since its inception, it has blended the core features that define both station wagons and SUVs. It is simple, practical, and the most affordable new station wagon that you can buy today. Next year, for the 2026 model, Subaru is changing things and the Outback is becoming much more SUV than wagon.
Performance Specifications
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Engine |
2.5-Liter Naturally Aspirated Flat-Four |
2.4-Liter Turbocharged Flat-Four |
|---|---|---|
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Transmission |
CVT |
CVT |
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Horsepower |
182 HP |
260 HP |
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Torque |
176 LB-FT |
277 LB-FT |
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Driveline |
AWD |
AWD |
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0-60 MPH |
8.5 Seconds |
5.8 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
115 MPH |
120 MPH |
The standard powertrain in the Outback is a pretty underwhelming flat-four, which most models unfortunately come equipped with. However, upgrade to top trims, and you get a turbocharged engine instead, which makes the wagon feel pretty damn peppy. The Outback’s ride height and impressive all-wheel drive system make it better off-road than most of its rivals at this price point.
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2025 Volvo V60 Cross Country
Starting MSRP: $53,495
Volvo is a brand that has never given up on the station wagon format, with the V60 being an enduring nameplate. The Swedish brand now only offers the Cross Country, which is a slightly raised version intended to take on rougher weather. If you’re looking for a luxurious, safe, family car, it doesn’t get much better than this.
Performance Specifications
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Engine |
2.0-Liter Turbocharged Inline-Four |
|---|---|
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Transmission |
8-Speed Automatic |
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Horsepower |
247 HP |
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Torque |
258 LB-FT |
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Driveline |
AWD |
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0-60 MPH |
7.1 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
115 MPH |
Unfortunately, the racier versions of the V60 are no longer available. The mild-hybrid turbocharged four-cylinder, however, will be plenty peppy for most buyers, though don’t expect any thrills. The Volvo is a more comfortable and subdued machine that focuses on delivering a smooth and quiet experience, which it achieves impressively well.
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2026 Volvo V90 Cross Country
Starting MSRP: $68,095
If the V60 appeals to you, but you’re looking for something bigger, bolder, and more luxurious, then the V90 Cross Country will be right up your alley. Just like the V60, the V90 is now only offered in rugged Cross Country form, but it comes with the same grown-up plush interior that makes Volvo such a desirable brand.
Performance Specifications
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Engine |
2.0-Liter Turbocharged Supercharged Inline-Four |
|---|---|
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Transmission |
8-Speed Automatic |
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Horsepower |
295 HP |
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Torque |
310 LB-FT |
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Driveline |
AWD |
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0-60 MPH |
6.4 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
112 MPH |
Where its smaller sibling only gets a turbocharger, the V90 adds supercharging to the mix, which boosts output by quite a decent amount. This means that despite weighing much more, the V90 is quicker off the line. It handles well through corners, but the star of the show is still the sublime ride quality.
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2025 Audi A6 Allroad
Starting MSRP: $70,500
Audi is another brand that has consistently invested in station wagons. The A6 Allroad is, at the time of writing, the only wagon offered by the German brand, following the raised, off-road angle that a lot of other wagons have taken. Audi is still committed to wagons, though, with a new A6 Avant in the works alongside an A5 Avant.
Performance Specifications
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Engine |
3.0-Liter Turbocharged V-6 |
|---|---|
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Transmission |
7-Speed Auto-Shift Manual |
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Horsepower |
335 HP |
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Torque |
369 LB-FT |
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Driveline |
AWD |
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0-60 MPH |
5.2 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
129 MPH |
The Allroad comes equipped with a pretty stoic V-6 under the hood, the same as you’d find in the regular A6, assisted by a mild-hybrid system. It also gets a dual-clutch transmission as standard along with Audi’s Quattro all-wheel drive system. An adjustable air suspension means that it can pretty seamlessly transition from on-road comfort to off-road capability.
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2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain
Starting MSRP: $76,100
Despite having “All-Terrain” in its name, it’s better to think of the E-Class wagon as a more traditional station wagon. It just doesn’t have the ground clearance to handle anything other than dirt roads. If luxury is what you’re after, the E-Class delivers in spades, with tons of tech and high-end materials on the inside.
Performance Specifications
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Engine |
3.0-Liter Turbocharged Inline-Six |
|---|---|
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Transmission |
9-Speed Automatic |
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Horsepower |
375 HP |
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Torque |
369 LB-FT |
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Driveline |
AWD |
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0-60 MPH |
4.6 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
130 MPH |
A mild-hybrid turbocharged inline-six sits under the hood of every E-Class wagon, which delivers power quickly and smoothly. It accelerates faster than most of its direct rivals. Adaptive air suspension and all-wheel drive are standard. The ride is comfortable and it feels more than competent through twisty sections of road.
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2026 Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo/Sport Turismo
Starting MSRP: $116,000
Porsche has always been one for innovation, which is why their all-electric sports sedan felt very on-brand. As an alternative to the sedan body type, the German brand also offers the EV as a wagon. The Cross Turismo offers more ride height while the Sport Turismo delivers pure on-road performance. There are a number of different trims, all of which do a great job of keeping the spirit of Porsche alive.
Performance Specifications (Turbo S)
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Powertrain |
2x Electric Motors |
|---|---|
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Transmission |
2-Speed Automatic |
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Horsepower |
764 HP |
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Driveline |
AWD |
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0-60 MPH |
2.2 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
155 MPH |
Every variation of the Taycan Cross Turismo features two electric motors. The entry-level 4 makes 409 horsepower, the 4S 429 horsepower, and the Sport Turismo GTS makes 690 horses. The Turbo makes 697 horsepower while the top Turbo S trim delivers a steady 764 horses. In the Turbo S, a push-to-pass button ups output to 857 horsepower for ten seconds and its launch control mode delivers a peak 938 horsepower off the line.
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2026 BMW M5 Touring
Starting MSRP: $123,900
The M5 is one of the most acclaimed sports sedans to have ever been created. If you’ve ever wished you could own one, but needed something a little more practical, the M5 Touring is the answer to your prayers. This plug-in hybrid is a supercar with the practical body of a station wagon.
Performance Specifications
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Engine |
4.4-Liter Twin-Turbocharged V-8 |
|---|---|
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Transmission |
8-Speed Automatic |
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Horsepower |
717 HP |
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Torque |
738 LB-FT |
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Driveline |
AWD |
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0-60 MPH |
3.2 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
190 MPH |
The M5 Touring uses the same plug-in hybrid powertrain that you’d find in the regular M5. This means that on top of absurd twin-turbo V-8 power, you get an electric motor and an all-electric range of 25 miles. Adaptive dampers, rear-wheel steering, and a plethora of other performance parts make this one of the quickest wagons ever made.
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2026 Audi RS6 Avant
Starting MSRP: $130,700
If you’re after a high-performance wagon, at least one with an engine under the hood, the M5 Touring’s biggest competition is the Audi RS6 Avant. It delivers the same levels of luxury that you’d find in the most heavily optioned A6 wagon as well as a roaring V-8 under the hood.
Performance Specifications
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Engine |
4.0-Liter Twin-Turbocharged V-8 |
|---|---|
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Transmission |
8-Speed Automatic |
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Horsepower |
621 HP |
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Torque |
627 LB-FT |
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Driveline |
AWD |
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0-60 MPH |
3.3 Seconds |
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Top Speed |
190 MPH |
The Audi RS6 Avant uses a mild-hybrid setup, with a 48-volt system complimenting the sonorous twin-turbo V-8 under the hood. While this means that it delivers less power than the M5, it is also a quite a bit lighter. Four-wheel steering and an advanced torque-vectoring system helps this wagon feel just as good in the corners as it does off the line.
