You can bet that wagons, unlike many SUVs, are bought for a purpose and not as an automotive fashion statement. Wagons aren’t typically considered cool, but they are handy. The Passat Wagon, for example, features a low lift-over height for easy cargo loading, includes storage cubbies on the side of the trunk area and six tie down points, and a wide opening for large items. Fold the rear split bench seat and you’ve got a nearly flat load floor, and the electric tailgate is a big bonus when your hands are full. Topping it off, the cargo area is completely lined in fabric and not the hard plastic as found in some wagons and SUVs.