The last American-made station wagon was the Buick Regal TourX, which was retired after the 2020 model year, and it kinda went out with a whimper, failing to sell even 2,500 units in its final model year. The TourX was a 250-horsepower turbocharged wagon with an eight-speed automatic transmission, while the last manual-transmission wagon made by an American brand had actually been dropped six years prior.We're talking about the 2014 Cadillac CTS-V, a supercharged, rear-wheel drive monster of a wagon, cranking 556 horses through its six-speed manual transmission courtesy of a 6.2-liter V8 engine. In addition to being the last of its kind, the CTS-V may also be the ultimate sleeper of the mid-2010s, looking for all appearances like a grandpa-friendly luxury car, while hitting 60 mph in four seconds or less. America's Last Manual Wagon Was A Muscle Machine In Disguise Cadillac The CTS-V looks elegant, luxurious, comfortable, maybe even powerful, but it doesn't look particularly quick, with its hefty back-end bringing to mind slow-moving hearses more so than lightning-quick track stars. Looks are definitely deceiving in this instance, as the 4,398-pound five-seater can get its ample butt moving in the blink of an eye, clearing 60 mph in just under four seconds, in ideal conditions.Stretching 113.4 inches from axle to axle, or 192 inches from bumper to bumper, the wagon shares most of its physical dimensions with its 191.3-inch-long sedan sibling. The wagon stands at 58 inches at its tallest point, while the sedan version of the car stands at 57.3 inches in height. Both models stretch 62 inches across at the front, and 72.5 inches across at the mirrors.In terms of size, the only time you'll really notice the difference is when you're packing up for a long road trip. The sedan stores 13.6 cubic feet of cargo in its trunk, while the wagon packs up to 25.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats, and up to 58 cubic feet with the seats folded flat. The Wagon Matches The Sedan's Performance With Ease Cadillac A 194-lb weight difference contributes to the sedan hitting 60 mph a tenth of a second before the wagon gets there. The difference is slightly more pronounced in the quarter mile, where the wagon has been clocked shooting over the finish line at 115 mph in 12.3 seconds, while the sedan can get there in just under 12 seconds, with drivers claiming trap speeds of 120 mph and up, according to one thread on the CTS-V Owners forum.The supercharged LSA engine under the hood is so powerful we suspect it could power a cruise ship to a 12-second quarter-mile, given the chance.For the record, we had plenty of nice things to say about this engine the last time we reviewed the CTS-V, praising its quick takeoffs and smooth power distribution. The CTS-V shares its powerplant with the 2012-2015 Chevy Camaro ZL1, in case you like the idea of a supercharged 6.2-liter V8, but you've never been much of a Caddie fan. There's More To Like About This Car Than Just The Powertrain Cadillac We're talking about the CTS-V specifically because of its manual transmission, which has been praised by drivers for its satisfying shifts and engaging feel, making it an easy choice over the somewhat-fidgety automatic models, with their potential for transmission shudder. The 6.2-liter engine is great, too. But this car would be worth remembering even if it had half the horsepower and no stick shift option.To go over some of the features we dig in this car. Magnetic ride control, ensuring smooth suspension no matter the terrain. Real-time traffic updates with voice recognition. Keyless entry and push-button start. Optional Recaro performance seats. Standard leather upholstery. 10-speaker Bose premium audio. It's a Cadillac, meaning that it's pure class from top to bottom, decked out in premium-feeling materials with an ergonomic, intuitive layout. If you're in it for the powerful engine and the engaging manual transmission, you'll be pleased as punch. If you're buying this car for its cushy interior and smooth ride, you'll be more than happy. If you're looking for the perfect mix of luxury and excitement, you'll be over the moon. The CTS-V Wagon Was Another Victim Of The SUVification Of The American Market Cadillac By the mid-2010s, station wagons didn't just look old-fashioned on American roads, they looked downright antiquated. Today, they're like the last remnants of an endangered species. The CTS-V was a niche product to begin with, selling just 3,068 units in 2013, with only 416 of those being wagons.Station wagons make the most sense as a fuel-efficient alternative to bigger SUVs. Here in the US, even when gas prices are on the rise, we're paying less to refuel our cars than the vast majority of the world. We pay lower taxes on gasoline, and we have close access to many oil resources. This is the same reason we never got hooked on diesel.An American who wants a big, cushy luxury vehicle is probably going with the Cadillac Escalade, while sporty drivers will probably buy a sedan or a coupe. We just don't have much use for these middle-of-the-road compromises between fuel-efficiency and comfort. What Will A CTS-V Wagon Cost You In 2026? Cadillac Used CTS-V Wagons aren't the easiest cars to find on the used market. Remember, Cadillac wasn't even selling 1,000 of these each year. This has kept the trending prices relatively high for a used luxury car. If we check in with our trending prices tool, we only find two listings so far this year for 2013 models, with an average sale price of about 59%of its original MSRP. Very few Cadillacs are worth even a quarter of their sticker price after a decade on the road. Luxury cars are fast depreciators, as a rule.You will likely have a much easier time finding a second-gen CTS-V sedan than a wagon. That might not be as rare, or as interesting a car as the wagon, but you're getting basically the same performance, minus some cargo space. Of course, those cars aren't all that common, either.You'll likely have better luck on auction sites than anywhere else. We were able to turn up the following auctions on Bring a Trailer. An 89,000-mile 2012 wagon sold for $60,500 in 2025. A 16,000-mile 2013 wagon sold for $57,000 in 2025. A 102,000-mile 2011 wagon sold for $51,000 in 2024. A 46,000-mile 2012 wagon sold for $52,500 in 2022. A 30,000-mile 2013 wagon sold for $76,000 in 2024, and if that sounds a bit high, this one once belonged to Nicolas Cage, as a private vehicle, not a screen-used car. We're not sure if that justifies an extra $15,000 on the sale price, but it definitely makes for some bragging rights. These auctions have all closed by now, but they should give you an idea of what's out there. Don't be surprised to find people asking for nearly the MSRP on a used wagon with low miles.