2008 BEST WAGONS

Carmakers have not forgotten the traditional family car of the last century. These 21st-century wagons have been reinvented for safety, pep and fuel economy.

See our top picks for the Best in Class, Best New Car, Best Resale, Most Fuel-Efficient and the First for Safety. Our stats include the Kelley New Car Blue Book Value (which reflects a vehicle's market rate), sticker price and dealer cost as well as mileage and resale value.