The Top Station Wagons for Long-Distance Road Trips

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Introduction

When you’re on a long-distance road trip, there’s no better way to travel than in a station wagon. These vehicles are spacious and comfortable enough for a family of four (or even five), they offer plenty of cargo space for luggage and other essentials, and they can get good gas mileage. What’s not to love? That said, there are many station wagons out there – so which one should you choose? Below we’ve rounded up our top picks for the best station wagon models that’ll make your next cross-country adventure easy breezy!

The Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo

The Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo is a station wagon version of the Panamera sedan, so it’s essentially a five-door hatchback. Unlike other station wagons on this list, however, it comes with all-wheel drive as standard–and that’s just one reason why it’s such an excellent choice for long-distance travel.

The Panamera Sport Turismo comes in both V6 and V8 versions; we recommend opting for one of these over their four-cylinder counterparts because they’re significantly more powerful and have better fuel economy (20 mpg city / 28 highway). Both engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that shifts smoothly and seamlessly under regular driving conditions but becomes aggressive during spirited acceleration or when you’re trying to pass someone on a two-lane road at high speeds–which is exactly what we like about these transmissions!

The BMW X7 xDrive45e iPerformance

The BMW X7 xDrive45e iPerformance is an SUV that offers all the space of a station wagon, but with the fuel efficiency and comfort of an electric car. It’s also one of the most luxurious cars on this list, which means you’ll be able to enjoy your trip in style.

The X7 has seating for up to seven passengers, so it’s great if you want to take a group with you on your road trip or just have extra room for luggage. The cargo area in back is large enough for all your gear–including skis and snowboards if need be!

If driving long distances doesn’t bother you (or if it does), then this vehicle will make sure that everything else about your trip goes smoothly: its seats are heated; there are plenty of USB ports throughout; and even its front grille lights up when starting up at night!

The Volvo V90 Cross Country

If you’re looking for a station wagon that can handle the rigors of long-distance travel, then look no further than the Volvo V90 Cross Country. The Swedish automaker has been making station wagons since its founding in 1927, and its latest model is designed specifically for those who need something that can go off-road without sacrificing comfort or luxury.

The V90 Cross Country’s all-wheel drive system gives it added traction in slippery conditions or on rugged terrain, while its turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivers power when needed and efficiency when not (it gets up to 23 miles per gallon). Inside, passengers will find plenty of room for their luggage thanks to its large trunk space and rear seats that fold down flat when needed.

The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Wagon

The Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Wagon is a great option for long-distance road trips. The wagon has a 3.0-liter V6 engine and 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission, which means it’ll get you up to speed quickly and won’t need much effort on your part. The all-wheel drive system means you’ll be able to handle any kind of weather that comes your way while you’re driving in the station wagon, whether it’s rain or snow or just plain old dirt roads!

The Audi Q7 e-tron quattro

The Audi Q7 e-tron quattro is a hybrid vehicle that can go up to 30 miles on battery power alone, but it also has an engine that’s good for 354 horsepower. The cargo capacity is 6,000 pounds–enough to fit a lot of luggage and supplies for your trip.

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio Q4 Quadrifoglio

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio Q4 Quadrifoglio is a high-performance station wagon that offers all the comforts of a luxury car, but with the added benefit of AWD and a 2.9L twin-turbocharged V6 engine. The latter allows it to reach 60 mph in under 3 seconds and provide power for all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. While it’s not as spacious inside as some other vehicles on this list (it only seats four), its sleek design makes up for it in style points–and its performance will blow your mind!

The Volkswagen Golf Alltrack SEL Premium 1.8T 4MOTION

The Volkswagen Golf Alltrack SEL Premium 1.8T 4MOTION is a station wagon with all-wheel drive, a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. It’s one of the best options for those who want a station wagon that can handle long distances — or at least make them feel shorter.

The Golf Alltrack has a base price of $33,795 but comes well equipped with features such as LED headlights, dual-zone climate control and heated front seats standard on every model; add in options like navigation ($1,150), Fender Premium Audio System ($1,000) and 18-inch alloy wheels ($850) and you’ll easily spend another $5k on top of what we paid for our test car. That said: We’d still say it’s worth every penny!

These station wagons provide fuel efficiency, cargo capacity, and comfort for road trips.

The best station wagons for long-distance road trips are ones that provide fuel efficiency, cargo capacity and comfort.

The first thing you need to consider is your car’s fuel efficiency. Gas prices can be high and fluctuate wildly–you don’t want to spend more than necessary on gas when traveling long distances in your station wagon. The second thing to think about is how much stuff you’ll need to carry with you on your trip; if this is going to be an extended stay for one or both parents (or grandparents) then there will probably be lots of stuff: clothes, toys and food! A station wagon with plenty of room in its trunk will ensure that everyone has everything they need while they’re away from home. Finally, comfort is important because long drives can get boring quickly unless there’s something comfortable about driving around town all day long like listening music through speakers mounted into headrests so passengers don’t even have think about looking at their phones every few minutes just trying keep themselves entertained while stuck inside their vehicles during traffic jams caused by construction zones near highway entrances/exits where only one lane gets closed off completely causing backups onto side streets where businesses rely heavily upon tourists coming down here specifically because we offer discounts during summer months when people want vacations away from sweltering heat waves elsewhere.”

Conclusion

We hope this list has helped you find the perfect station wagon for your next road trip. If you’re still unsure, we recommend taking a look at our other guides on long-distance driving and how to choose a vehicle that meets your needs.