2012 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 2012 Volkswagen Routan?
- Manual Transmission and Flex Fuel Vehicle features are now available as options on select trims.
- The SE trim now comes with Rear View Camera, Power Hatch/Deck Lid, Satellite Radio Ready, and DVD Video System as standard equipment.
- The SEL trim now comes with Fold-Away Third Row as standard equipment.
- The SEL Premium trim now comes with Fold-Away Third Row as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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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.
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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
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Full Roof Rack
- Leather Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Navigation System
- Rear Entertainment System
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
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"/R 36.3"
Head room
F 37.2"/R 37.9"
Front tires
225/65R16
Rear tires
225/65R16
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
540/3600 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Volkswagen Routan FAQ
The 2012 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: 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 2012 Volkswagen Routan has received an average 4.3 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Volkswagen Routan, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Volkswagen Routan Reviews.
The 2012 Volkswagen Routan has a maximum towing capacity of 3600 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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