GLC, I was seriously considering the A3 wagon, to replace my BMW 325X sedan. I could fit my (small sized) bike in the back of that, with the seats down, but it was a bit of a pain. So, we went to the dealer, where we get a special deal as DH's company supplies the software to help build Audi. I drove the A3 and the A4 wagon. While I liked the A3, it didn't feel that great to drive. But, the clincher was, they are not making them after 2012/13 and I didn't want to buy a car that was no longer being made. It also had a tiny rear space, not much bigger than the small sedan I had. The A4 wagon drove just like my BMW and has a huge rear space when the seats are down. We got a great deal and I bought it.
So, it's been almost a year and my take is that it drives awesomely and the AWD works well on the steep hills I need to get up in the snow. But, there's some things about the way the car fits me I hate. Almost all of these things are in all new cars, especially luxury cars. The side panels obstruct my vision because I am short (extra space for the side air bags), and I gave myself a permanent lump on my forehead and 2 months of whiplash when I opened the door into my head, because the door is so much bigger than what I am used to. And, I can't remember how to operate half of the normal stuff, like the radio and the temperature controls, as it is so weird and unintuitive. I've been told all new cars have this stuff, but I wonder if Japanese cars are different.
The car rides fine and my bike has lots of room in the rear. The gas mileage is OK. I had my BMW for 10 years and I do not think I will keep this car that long.... probably 5 years, as I drive so much now because of my job. So, whatever you get, take it for a long test drive. I made a big mistake.