Car Rankings: Luxury Wagons

Ranking of luxury station wagons, generally priced above $30,000. BMW 3 Series wagon, Volvo XC70 and V70, Audi A4 wagon and more. Rankings based on an in-depth analysis by U.S. News editors of all published auto ratings, reviews and test drives.

Audi A4 Wagon Image
  • MSRP: $35,350 - $35,350
  • Invoice: $32,875 - $32,875
  • Avg. Paid: $35,156 - $35,156
  • MPG: 21 City / 27 Hwy

#1
2010 Audi A4 Wagon

Critics admire the 2010 A4 Avant for its smooth powertrain and pleasing handling dynamics, as well as its attractive design and elegant interior accommodations. Best of all, ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:9.0
Performance:8.8
Exterior:8.7
Interior:8.4
Safety:10.0
Reliability:7.0
BMW 3-Series Wagon Image
  • MSRP: $35,400 - $37,400
  • Invoice: $32,570 - $34,410
  • Avg. Paid: $36,286 - $38,185
  • MPG: 17 (2009) City / 27 (2009) Hwy

#2
2010 BMW 3-Series Wagon

With its satisfying combination of comfort and luxury, as well as excellent handling, the 2010 BMW 3-Series wagon sets the benchmark for its class.

U.S.News Scores
Overall:8.8
Performance:8.9
Exterior:NA
Interior:7.8
Safety:8.6
Reliability:7.0
Mercedes-Benz E Class Wagon Image
  • MSRP: $57,250 - $57,250
  • Invoice: $53,242 - $53,242
  • Avg. Paid: $55,612 - $55,612
  • MPG: 16 City / 21 Hwy

#3
2009 Mercedes-Benz E Class Wagon

Reviewers find the 2009 Mercedes Benz E Class Wagon is tuned more for comfort than performance. While competitors trump it in terms of power, handling and fuel ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:8.7
Performance:8.5
Exterior:NA
Interior:NA
Safety:8.7
Reliability:7.0
Audi A6 Wagon Image
  • MSRP: $53,310 - $53,310
  • Invoice: $49,578 - $49,578
  • Avg. Paid: $52,371 - $52,371
  • MPG: 17 City / 25 Hwy

#4
2010 Audi A6 Wagon

The 2010 Audi A6 Avant combines practicality with luxury and beauty -- a winning combination.

U.S.News Scores
Overall:8.5
Performance:8.0
Exterior:9.0
Interior:8.6
Safety:NA
Reliability:6.0
Volvo XC70 Image
  • MSRP: $37,950 - $42,800
  • Invoice: $35,673 - $40,232
  • Avg. Paid: $33,227 - $39,278
  • MPG: 16 City / 22 Hwy

#5
2010 Volvo XC70

The XC70's safety technology, comfortable seats and large cargo hold make it a practical choice among family wagons. Still, its lack of power and poor fuel economy ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:7.7
Performance:7.6
Exterior:8.4
Interior:8.5
Safety:NA
Reliability:6.0
Volvo V70 Image
  • MSRP: $33,550 - $38,000
  • Invoice: $31,537 - $35,720
  • Avg. Paid: $30,285 - $34,427
  • MPG: 18 City / 27 Hwy

#6
2010 Volvo V70

The 2010 V70 is safe, comfortable and practical, but it's a disappointing performer. If you're in the market for great handling, or at least good fuel economy, ...

U.S.News Scores
Overall:7.5
Performance:7.7
Exterior:7.7
Interior:8.2
Safety:NA
Reliability:5.0

Unranked: Luxury Wagons

Our rankings are based on analysis of third party reviews. Sometimes, we are unable to find enough reviews to publish a definitive ranking. Please check back later, as we are constantly updating our reviews.

BMW 5-Series Wagon Image

2010 BMW 5-Series Wagon

MSRP: $55,800 - $55,800 | Invoice: $51,335 - $51,335 | MPG: 16 City / 23 Hwy

Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon Image

2010 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon

MSRP: $39,830 - $53,620 | Invoice: $37,639 - $50,671 | MPG: - TBD - City / - TBD - Hwy

Saab 9-5 Wagon Image

2009 Saab 9-5 Wagon

MSRP: $41,675 - $43,270 | Invoice: $39,383 - $40,890 | MPG: 17 City / 27 Hwy