Saab News - Ten wagons to fulfill any consumer want or need

October 31, 2006 by tsikot

, Trends, Wagons/Estates, BMW, Chevrolet, Dodge, Mercedes Benz, Pontiac, Saab, Subaru, Toyota, Volvo

There was a time the very mention of the word “station wagon” pegged you as married with lots of children; a hippy; a square; and other less than savory adjectives. The wagon’s oh-so-practical shape definitely countered any hint of excitement.

But escalating gas prices and, more importantly, good design sense, are prompting Americans away from their sports cars, sedans, and SUVs. Business Week lists ten station wagons, each one fulfilling a particular segment or abstract niche like domestic/import. Take a gander at these “five-doors” and let us know if the editors are hip or still square.

Fastest Domestic: Dodge Magnum SRT8
Fastest Import: Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG Wagon
Most Fuel-Efficient: Pontiac Vibe/Toyota Matrix
Best Cargo Room: Volvo V70
Most Expensive: Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG Wagon
Best Resale Value (Luxury): BMW 3 Series 325xi
Lowest Total Cost of Ownership: Chevrolet HHR
Best Off-Road: Subaru Outback
Safest: Saab 9-3 SportCombi
Best Overall: Subaru Legacy (pictured)

[Source: Business Week]

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