2014 Volkswagen Routan review
Volkswagen Routan highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 25 highway, 20 combined
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What is new for the 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
- The Routan is available in a new trim called the SEL Premium.
- The SEL trim has been discontinued for 2014.
- Routan trims have been upgraded with Rear Sunshade, Power Folding Third Row, and A/C Seat(s) as standard equipment this year.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
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RepairPal gave the Volkswagen Routan an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Volkswagen Routan 12th out of 14 among Minivans.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Volkswagen Routan is $627, compared to an average of $572 for Minivans and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Volkswagen Routan owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 2.4 times per year, compared to an average of 1.6 times for Minivans and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 13% for the Volkswagen Routan, compared to an average of 14% for Minivans and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Volkswagen Routan features and specs
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S 2WD 4D Pass Van
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Heated Mirrors
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Alloy Wheels
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Full Roof Rack
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Quad Seats
- Rear Entertainment System
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.6L
Horsepower
283
Torque (ft-lbs)
260
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
20.5
Wheelbase
121.2"
Overall length
202.5"
Width
76.9"
Height
68.9"
Leg room
F 40.6"/M 36.3"/R 31.8"
Head room
F 37.2"/M 39.7"/R 37.9"
Front tires
P225/65SR16
Rear tires
P225/65SR16
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
200/2000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2014 Volkswagen Routan FAQ
The 2014 Volkswagen Routan is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- S: 17 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SE: 17 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SEL Premium: 17 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
The Volkswagen Routan received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Volkswagen Routan as 11 out of 14 among Minivan
The 2014 Volkswagen Routan has a maximum towing capacity of between 2000 and 3600 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2014 Volkswagen Routan:
- SEL Premium
- Rear Sunshade
- Power Folding Third Row
- A/C Seat(s)
- Heated Mirrors
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