2009 Volkswagen Jetta 4-door SE SportWagen Sport Wagon

While most auto makers have abandoned their station wagon variants, Volkswagen is plunging head-first into the market with the all-new Jetta SportWagen. Given the daily fluctuation in gasoline prices, coupled with a growing consumer desire to move out of big, gas-thirsty SUVs, VW's timing couldn't be better. Beyond its reasonable price and roomy interior, the SportWagen's most appealing lure can be found under the hood, where three engine choices, including a 2.0-liter diesel – reportedly capable of returning better highway mileage than the current EPA estimate – reside. VW says the diesel model will make up 50 percent of SportWagen sales, with a low-cost five-cylinder and potent turbo four-cylinder comprising the remainder of the expected 14,000-unit sales.

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If you're looking for a car with a sporty nature that also delivers good fuel economy and enough cargo room for the kids and family dog, you'll find much to like in the 2009 Jetta SportWagen.	Even Volkswagen can't make the station wagon as cool as the GTI. Style-conscious drivers seeking a third-row seat or all-wheel drive will be better off in a crossover SUV.

What's New for 2009
Be it the Squareback, the Dasher or the Fox, station wagons have always been an integral part of the VW line up. The larger Passat wagon sells well, but it can be pricey. With the introduction of the Jetta SportWagen, consumers can get a nice-sized wagon with authentic German performance, a plush interior and a price tag starting below $20,000.