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Need a Station Wagon? Here are 5 of the Best

  • by James Ogwera
  • August 18, 2014

Whether you are looking for the latest model or an older wagon, you want to search for the best, one that will serve your interests perfectly. The good news is that you have quite a pool to choose from. What specifications make a specific station wagon the best choice for a car buyer? Specific features like fuel economy, cost effectiveness and safety are among the features that a buyer considers when shopping for station wagons. Today, some models have changed the way users look at cars.

 Need a Station Wagon? Here are 5 of the Best

Subaru-Legacy-Tourer
Image source:http://www.japanese-stationwagons.com

The list that follows details some of the best station wagons in the market.

Mercedes Benz R class

If you are looking for comfort and luxury then you would want to go for the R class. It has adjustable seats, more room and seating space for a more relaxed drive. You can fold the seats flat whenever you need more cargo space. The vehicle is installed with all of the Mercedes safety features for your benefit. To ensure great performance, the R 350 is fitted with a 268 hp engine of 3.5 liter capacity. Its all wheel drive capability ensures admirable performance.

Ford Taurus X

The Ford Taurus X is among the station wagons in the market with 3 rows of seats for passenger. To ensure comfort for users, the car is built providing both head and leg space to cater for passengers of all sizes. Its 3.5 liter V6 engine has capacity to provide up to 263 horsepower. To ensure safety for its users, the X series has been installed with safety features that make take advantage of innovative technology. Other prominent features include memory system, powerful sound systems and cruise control among others.

Mazda 6 Wagon MK2

Relative to the older versions, the Mazda 6 wagon MK2 has been built with a beautiful design that appeals to most users. It is installed with adjustable seats that can provide room for cargo space during particular trips.

Subaru Impreza – Sports Wagon

Powered by a turbo charged 2.0 liter engine, Subaru Impreza sports wagon is one of the recent powerful Japanese creations that has taken the market by storm. Some versions have bigger rear space than others for cargo handling. Depending on your handling needs, you would want to check for the right model to serve your purpose.

 Need a Station Wagon? Here are 5 of the Best

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Image source: http://www.japanese-stationwagons.com

Chrysler Pacifica

If you are looking for a 6 passenger station wagon then you should try the Chrysler Pacifica. The seats are arranged in 3 rows providing enough space for the maximum number of passengers. Interestingly, the rear seats are adjustable. They can be folded to provide more cargo space when necessary. The Chrysler Pacifica is powered by a 3.5 liter V6 engine with up to 250 hp output. The design is elegant and has a top of the range navigation system.

Recent productions have seen production of station wagons that offer great comfort and higher carrying capacity than the older models. In other words, the latest station wagons are in competition with the ordinary compact cars since most users are looking for a combination of space and comfort, which all the recent station wagons provide.

— James Ogwera

James Ogwera is an experienced writer from Nairobi, Kenya. An auto enthusiast, James loves gathering information and news about cars and Africa. He loves the development that is happening so fast in Africa, transforming it to a lucrative market for vehicles and technology.

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