Which is better SUV or wagon?
The verdict. While wagons are just as spacious and practical as SUVs, and superior when it comes to fuel economy and performance, many people will still favour SUVs. It’s always going to come down to personal preference. In fact some people may prefer a wagon these days just because they’re less ubiquitous.
What car is most like a station wagon?
Those who are interested in the best station wagons from 2020 can refer to last year’s list.
- Subaru Outback. Subaru.
- Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon. Mercedes-Benz.
- Mercedes-Benz E63 S Wagon. Mercedes-AMG.
- Volvo V60. Volvo.
- Volvo V90. Volvo.
- Volvo V90 Cross Country. Volvo.
- Audi A4 Allroad. Audi.
- Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo. Porsche.
Are station wagons made anymore?
You can’t even get one from an American brand anymore Station wagons have been pushed aside by SUVs in the American market and only a handful remain on sale. And then there were eight. The Jaguar XF Sportbrake has been discontinued for 2021.
Why are station wagons better than SUVs?
Station wagons have similar safety features as SUVs, such as anti-lock brakes, rearview cameras, blind-spot mirrors, and front and side airbags but, with a lower center of gravity, offer more stability, handling, and control than SUVs.
Why did SUVs replace station wagons?
The things that Americans now want from an SUV—fuel efficiency, better handling, better driving—can only be had by shrinking the body. Reworking the suspension. Increasing the amount of glass. As a result, SUVs look a lot more like station wagons than they did five years ago, or even 10 years ago.
Are SUVs safer than station wagons?
SUVs’ height also causes other safety issues. The IIHS is actually having to increase the severity of its crash tests because SUVs have gotten so heavy and so tall. If you want to keep not just your family safe, but other people safe, a minivan or wagon is arguably the safer bet.
Is Outback a wagon or SUV?
The Outback is a wagon but offers the utility and cargo-carrying ability of an SUV. Consumers who buy the Outback like its car-like ride not found in a typical SUV. The 2021 Subaru Outback also gets the highest crash scores of any SUV.