The best used station wagons
Updated for 2021
The station wagon used to be the backbone of American motoring. Families would pile in, strap some luggage to the roof, and careen off on a vacation to Walley World.
OK, maybe that’s the plot of National Lampoon’s Vacation - but still, the station wagon once occupied a coveted space in many American driveways.
SUVs have all but killed the station wagon, but believe it or not, there are still plenty of fantastic station wagon options on sale today.
If you’re a wagon purist, this list will help you determine the best used station wagons on sale today. We’ll break it down with great selections across a few price points so you can find a wagon that fits the needs of your family and your budget.
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2019 Buick Regal TourX
Average used listing price: $24,568
Horsepower: 250
Cargo Capacity (Cubic Feet): 32.7 ft³ with rear seats up, 73.5 ft³ with seat down
MPG: 21 - 29 MPG
J.D. Power Reliability Rating: 4.5/5
The Regal Tour X is an exceptional station wagon that is often forgotten by both shoppers and reviewers alike. So much so, that Buick has stopped producing the Regal line as of 2020 due to slow sales.
What this means for you is that you can pick up a vehicle that is so quiet inside it has been described as “serene,” all-wheel-drive, luxurious details, and a massive, useful cargo space.
Pricing is exceptionally low for the level of equipment and quality you’ll get on this wagon.
Good ground clearance, swoopy, attractive looks, and a punchy turbo 4 cylinder engine round out the goodness.
This is the underdog in the line-up, but worth a look for sure.
THE BEST USED MINIVANS ON THE MARKET
When it comes to hauling a lot of people and cargo, the minivan is hard to beat. We’ve factored in reliability, affordability, and functionality to create this curated list of the 8 best used minivans on the market today.
2018 Subaru Outback
Average used listing price: $24,559 - $33,500
Horsepower: 175 to 256
Cargo Capacity (Cubic Feet): 35.5 ft³ with rear seats up, 73.3 ft³ with seats folded
MPG: 30-32
J.D. Power Reliability Rating: 3.5 / 5
A list of the top wagons in America would not be complete without the legendary Subaru Outback. This vehicle is Subaru’s longest-running nameplate.
Among its strengths is the choice of engines that range from completely fuel-efficient to completely punchy and powerful along with the full-time all-wheel-drive system keeping you safe and secure.
The interior is incredibly spacious, utilitarian, and able to take everything from kids to cargo with absolute ease.
Whether running up a trail with a kayak or heading to the grocery store for a last-minute ingredient, the Subaru Outback is a willing companion.
Check out the 3.6 R models for an Outback that is both powerful and relatively efficient.
THE BEST USED LUXURY CARS ON THE MARKET
Buying a used or CPO luxury car is one of the smartest buys you can make - you can get a lot of car for not much money. You can pick up a three-year-old luxury car for about half of what you’d pay new. Check out this list of the best used luxury cars on the market to find the best deals.
2019 Audi Allroad
Average used listing price: $37,789 - $41,321
Horsepower: 248
Cargo Capacity (Cubic Feet): 24.5 ft³ with rear seats up, 58.5 ft³ with seats folded
MPG: 22-29
J.D. Power Reliability Rating: 3.5 / 5
If you’re looking for something that is a little smaller and a little more sporty than other offerings on this list, do yourself a favor and check out the Audi Allroad Wagon.
In essence, the Allroad is a wagon that finds its origins in the excellent A4. All the A4 goodness carries right on over to the Allroad, including an exceptionally luxurious and roomy interior, punchy acceleration, and sharp handling.
Additional ground clearance and beefed-up suspension components allow this wagon to go off-road with ease, no matter what the conditions may be.
Pricing is reasonable considering the level of equipment and quality.
Reliability is a solid 3.5 from J.D. Power.
Overall, if you’re looking for a luxury wagon, the Allroad should be on your shortlist.
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