Russians are becoming more and more interested in station wagons. And this interest is fully justified. Roomy trunk, high ground clearance - what else is needed for a "workhorse"? All that remains is to choose the right model.
Traditionally, when choosing a car with a station wagon, Russians are guided by factors such as ground clearance, trunk volume and price. The last factor, in fact, is the decisive one, because in Russia there are not so many really affordable station wagons sold. The cost of most roomy models exceeds 600-700 thousand rubles. The most affordable station wagon cars include the following.
Lada largus
Lada Largus is the brainchild of one of the divisions of the Renault auto concern. Outside the Russian market, the car is sold under the Dacia Logan MCV brand. The cost of Lada Largus ranges from 376 to 449 thousand rubles, depending on the configuration. The car has a manual transmission and a 1.6 liter petrol engine. The advantages of the car include a truly large trunk (up to 2.5 cubic meters) and high ground clearance.
Judging by the reviews of the owners, the main disadvantage of the Lada Largus is the Russian assembly. There are no big flaws, but in terms of minor flaws, the car still has to be returned for service. The low cost of the car affected the absence of an automatic transmission and a cheap interior trim.
Skoda Fabia Combi
Skoda Fabia Combi is a compact station wagon, which, despite its modest size, has a trunk volume that is in no way inferior to its older brothers. Skoda Fabia Combi trunk holds up to 1.47 liters of cargo. The cost of the car ranges from 514 to 674 thousand rubles.
In addition to the large trunk, the Skoda Fabia Combi boasts an ergonomic interior and energy-intensive suspension. Before buying, you can configure the list of options you are interested in and get a car fully customized "for yourself".
The disadvantages of the Skoda Fabia Combi include a low-power engine (1.2, 1.4 and 1.6 liters). When the trunk is fully loaded, its capabilities may simply not be enough.
Opel Astra J Caravan
Opel Astra J Caravan is one of the most popular station wagons on the Russian market. The car is an extremely successful combination of an adequate price and good consumer qualities.
The trunk of the Opel Astra J Caravan holds up to 1.59 liters of cargo. The car is equipped with 1.6 and 1.8 liter engines. Buyers can choose between automatic and manual transmissions. The cost of the car ranges from 624 to 756 thousand rubles.
The advantages of the car include the ergonomics of the interior, a decent basic configuration, an adequate supply of engine power and a roomy interior. Of the shortcomings of the Opel Astra J Caravan, mention should be made of the not very convenient EasyTronic transmission, which comes with a 1.6-liter engine and the availability of an automatic transmission only for the 1.8-liter configuration.
