8 – Volkswagen Golf R
Offering German styling, handling, and practicality, what’s not to love about this road trip vehicle? Oh, wait, it’s also AWD. So, should you wish to traverse the Rockies at any time of the year behind the wheel of this road trip vehicle, you can. For certain, this car’s agile handling will keep driver and passengers entertained the whole time. It might not be the biggest (in fact, it’s the smallest on this list), but we think the VW Golf R has the biggest soul and that goes a long way when it comes to road tripping.
Volkswagen Golf R | Photo: Volkswagen