Best station wagons
We've compiled a list of the 10 most popular used station wagons with CarMax customers. Learn more about how our lists work.
1. Kia Soul
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Pros
Feature-packed for the price
More spacious than many extra-small SUVs
Agile and responsive handling
Cons
Loud wind and road noise on highways
Only one engine option
No all-wheel-drive availability
2. Subaru Outback
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3. Subaru XV Crosstrek
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4. Mini Cooper Clubman
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Pros
Peppy acceleration
Spacious
Stylish
Cons
Firm ride
Lag with turbo engines
Android AutoTM isn’t available
5. Ford C-Max
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Pros
Comfortable cabin
Great cargo capacity
Accelerates quickly
Cons
Lacks driver-assistance features
Unimpressive design
Outdated platform
6. Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
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Pros
A standard selection of driver assists
Plenty of cargo space
A comfortable interior
Cons
Slow and outdated infotainment interface
The automatic transmission hesitates at low speeds
Rear passenger space is tight for passengers
7. Volkswagen Golf
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8. Volvo V60
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Pros
Ample room for cargo and passengers
Upscale interior
Numerous standard tech features
Cons
Difficult-to-use infotainment system
Cabin isn't as quiet as expected
All-wheel drive isn't available on all trims
9. Volvo V90 Cross Country
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10. Scion xB
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Pros
Generous cabin space
Impressive cargo capacity
Plenty of available features
Cons
Lacks rear visibility
Interior materials feel a bit cheap
Thirsty engine
How we ranked this list
To create our "Best Of" lists, our analysts look at CarMax vehicle and sales data over a recent 6-month period, from January 2024 through June 2024. Looking back over a 6-month period allows for the highest sample size possible while also providing up-to-date pricing information. Some articles may include data points with lower sample sizes.
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