Car Rankings: Affordable Full Size Wagons
Ranking of fullsize wagons, generally priced under $30,000. Subaru Outback, Mazda MAZDA5 Wagon, Volvo V50 and more. Rankings based on an in-depth analysis by U.S. News editors of all published auto ratings, reviews and test drives.
- MSRP: $22,995 - $30,995
- Invoice: $21,663 - $29,024
- Avg. Paid: $22,416 - $29,993
- MPG: 19 City / 27 Hwy
#1
2010 Subaru Outback
If you're looking for the practicality of an SUV without all the negative associations, you should consider the newly-redesigned 2010 Subaru Outback. It features all-wheel-drive, an excellent ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.7 |
| Performance: | 8.6 |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | 8.8 |
| Safety: | 10.0 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $29,690 - $29,690
- Invoice: $27,727 - $27,727
- Avg. Paid: $27,888 - $27,888
- MPG: 19 City / 28 Hwy
#2
2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon
The 2009 Volkswagen Passat Wagon offers two powerful engine options and superb handling, comfortably seats five passengers, has plenty of room for extra cargo, and offers modern styling and ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.4 |
| Performance: | 8.4 |
| Exterior: | 8.2 |
| Interior: | 8.2 |
| Safety: | 9.3 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $28,270 - $34,175
- Invoice: $25,958 - $31,272
- Avg. Paid: $27,478 - $33,094
- MPG: 17 City / 24 Hwy
#3
2009 Ford Taurus X
With its good power, convenient interior features and great crash test scores, the Ford Taurus X is a good choice for those who put substance over style.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.9 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $17,495 - $22,295
- Invoice: $16,675 - $20,865
- Avg. Paid: $17,645 - $22,339
- MPG: 20 City / 27 Hwy
#4
2009 Kia Rondo
The Kia Rondo gives buyers a safe, budget-friendly and versatile option, but others in the class are sportier and have higher resale value.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 7.5 |
| Exterior: | 6.1 |
| Interior: | 7.9 |
| Safety: | 9.7 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $28,700 - $33,050
- Invoice: $26,978 - $31,067
- Avg. Paid: $27,241 - $31,291
- MPG: 20 City / 31 Hwy
#4
2010 Volvo V50
The 2010 Volvo V50 is stylish, inside and out, but reviews are mixed on if it represents a good value.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.1 |
| Performance: | 7.4 |
| Exterior: | 9.3 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $17,995 - $23,005
- Invoice: $16,865 - $21,536
- Avg. Paid: $18,183 - $22,921
- MPG: 22 (Est) City / 28 (Est) Hwy
#6
2010 Mazda Mazda5
For those of you wary of purchasing a minivan, the 2010 Mazda5 gives you a lot of the same functionality in a wagon package. With three rows ...
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.7 |
| Performance: | 7.7 |
| Exterior: | 7.5 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.6 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $31,790 - $44,885
- Invoice: $30,296 - $42,775
- Avg. Paid: $30,290 - $41,918
- MPG: 19 City / 29 Hwy
#7
2009 Saab 9-3 Wagon
The Saab 9-3 SportCombi is for drivers who need a wagon but want a sport sedan and don't mind standing out.
| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.3 |
| Performance: | 7.3 |
| Exterior: | 7.3 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 8.3 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |