8. Volkswagen Golf Country
The Golf Country was a bold experiment—an elevated, all-wheel-drive version of the beloved hatchback. Its quirky stance and rugged details seemed strange in the early ’90s, but the Golf Country was a true pioneer of the crossover concept.
Versatile and tough, it won fans in challenging terrain and is now a sought-after rarity among collectors.
Discover the Golf Country’s story at Hagerty.