Can the Rear Seats of a Station Wagon Lie Flat?

[LeEsther]

It is not recommended to lie flat while the car is in motion, as it is very dangerous. In the event of a collision, a person could be thrown out, which would likely be fatal. It is best to wear a seatbelt while driving. Station Wagon Models: Station wagons are considered a niche model in China, similar to pickup trucks. Although they are not as restricted as pickups, they still haven't gained much popularity over the years. In countries like Europe and the US, station wagons are practically a must-have family vehicle. Station Wagon Cargo Space: The rear seats can be completely folded down, and the enormous trunk space can be fitted with a mattress. Without exaggeration, this space can accommodate two adults lying flat. If all the seats are folded down, it essentially leaves only the driver and front passenger seats.

[ArcherLynn]

When I go camping in my station wagon, I often fold down the rear seats. The backrests of station wagon rear seats can generally be folded completely flat forward. Some brands like the Volvo V90 even allow the seats to slide forward to create a flat, spacious bed. At 182cm tall, I can lie down comfortably inside, and with an inflatable mattress, it easily sleeps two people. Just note that there's a slight slope from the rear window to the headrest area, but laying a thick pad solves this. This feature is incredibly practical—it turns the car into a camper during road trips, and even fits a washing machine when moving house.

[CamillaLee]

The biggest advantage of station wagons is their flexible space. The proportional folding of rear seats is a standard feature, and most models can form a completely flat space when folded down. We tested the Skoda Octavia Combi, and the depth after folding the rear seats was close to 1.8 meters. Here's a practical tip: adjust the front seats forward before folding them down to get a larger flat area. It's quite sufficient for temporary rest, but if you really need to stay overnight, it's best to bring a self-inflating pad to solve the problem of metal buckles digging into your back.

[VanKing]

The rear seats can be laid completely flat. We've tested ten mainstream station wagons, including the Volkswagen Passat Variant and Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate. The operation is very simple—just pull the loop on the shoulder of the seat, and the backrest will drop with a 'click' onto the level of the storage compartment. Actual measurements show that the resulting cargo space generally exceeds 1,500 liters. The only thing to note is that the trunk partition must be removed first, otherwise it will block the seats. In daily use, it can easily accommodate long items like helping friends move or carrying skis.