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The Volvo V60 packs flexibility families need (pictures)

While not the most popular option, wagons are a great family vehicle that offers a healthy does of cargo room, while remaining the drive characteristics of a regular car.

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A wagon like the Volvo V60 provides additional cargo space in a still compact package.

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The Volvo V60 proves that a practical wagon package can look sleek and sporty.

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The Volvo V60 is available as in front- and all-wheel-drive configurations.

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Another advantage for wagons are low load floor heights to make loading and unloading cargo easier.

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Extra cargo space in the Volvo V60 doesn't come at the expense of a car-like drive character.

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Active high intensity discharge lights are available on the Volvo V60.

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Depending on trim levels, the Volvo V60 comes on 17-, 18- or 19-inch wheels.

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The Volvo V60 offers 43.8 cubic feet of cargo space.

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The spacious cargo area of the Volvo V60.

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The dash of the Volvo V60.

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Controls for the cruise control and audio system are integrated into the steering wheel.

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The interior of the Volvo V60.

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Volvo arguably has the most comfortable front bucket seats in the business.

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A spacious rear seat area in the Volvo V60.

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The gauge cluster found inside the Volvo V60.

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The Volvo V60's center stack does feature a number of small switches.

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The Volvo V60's center infotainment screen.

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Various applications are accessible through the Volvo V60's infotainment system.

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The Volvo V60's available navigation system.

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