Volkswagen Routan
2011–2014 model years · Generation introduced 2009
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- Available years
- 2011–2014
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $3,825–$5,225
The overview
None of us liked the Routan when we tested it in 2009. It's really just a slightly tweaked and rebadged version of the dated Chrysler Town & Country minivan without the Town & Country's handy fold-in-the-floor second-row seats or swiveling captain's chairs. High points include a composed ride, a reasonably powerful 4.0-liter engine, and a quiet cabin. But handling is on the clumsy side, fuel economy is mediocre, and even the up-level engine lacks refinement. The power folding third-row seat and rear hatch operate slowly. The 2014 models were sold to fleet only.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 ↗ SEL Premium minivan extended FWD 3.6-liter V6 (283 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $5,225 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2013 ↗ SEL Premium minivan extended FWD 3.6-liter V6 (283 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $4,825 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2012 ↗ SEL Premium minivan extended FWD 3.6-liter V6 (283 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $4,450 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2011 ↗ SEL Premium minivan extended 3.6-liter V6 (283 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $3,825 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2014 model
SEL Premium minivan extended FWD 3.6-liter V6 (283 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2014 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- minivan extended
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Minivans 3-row
- Generation began
- 2009
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $5,225
- Retail value range
- $3,475 - $5,350
- Original MSRP range
- $27,020 - $44,280
- Trade-in range
- $1,045 - $2,460
Ratings
- Road test score
- 65/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 10 MPG
- Tested highway
- 27 MPG
- Tested overall
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,960
- Cruising range
- 325 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 147 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 47.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 203 in
- Width
- 77 in
- Height
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 121 in
- Weight
- 4,495 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,150 lb
- Towing capacity
- 3,600 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 40 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 61.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 5903 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2013 model
SEL Premium minivan extended FWD 3.6-liter V6 (283 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2013 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- minivan extended
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Minivans 3-row
- Generation began
- 2009
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,825
- Retail value range
- $3,125 - $4,925
- Original MSRP range
- $27,020 - $44,280
- Trade-in range
- $770 - $2,105
Ratings
- Road test score
- 65/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 10 MPG
- Tested highway
- 27 MPG
- Tested overall
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,960
- Cruising range
- 325 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 147 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 47.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 203 in
- Width
- 77 in
- Height
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 121 in
- Weight
- 4,495 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,150 lb
- Towing capacity
- 3,600 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 40 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 61.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Vehicle ID: 7521 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2012 model
SEL Premium minivan extended FWD 3.6-liter V6 (283 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2012 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- minivan extended
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Minivans 3-row
- Generation began
- 2009
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,450
- Retail value range
- $2,925 - $4,550
- Original MSRP range
- $27,020 - $44,280
- Trade-in range
- $590 - $1,775
Ratings
- Road test score
- 65/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 10 MPG
- Tested highway
- 27 MPG
- Tested overall
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,960
- Cruising range
- 325 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 147 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 47.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 203 in
- Width
- 77 in
- Height
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 121 in
- Weight
- 4,495 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,150 lb
- Towing capacity
- 3,600 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 40 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 61.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 5943 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2011 model
SEL Premium minivan extended 3.6-liter V6 (283 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2011 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- minivan extended
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Minivans 3-row
- Generation began
- 2009
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,825
- Retail value range
- $2,925 - $4,050
- Original MSRP range
- $26,930 - $43,240
- Trade-in range
- $590 - $1,370
Ratings
- Road test score
- 65/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 10 MPG
- Tested highway
- 27 MPG
- Tested overall
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,960
- Cruising range
- 325 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.3 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 8.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 147 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 47.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 203 in
- Width
- 77 in
- Height
- 69 in
- Wheelbase
- 121 in
- Weight
- 4,495 lb
- Maximum load
- 1,150 lb
- Towing capacity
- 3,600 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 7 people
- Front head room
- 4 in
- Front leg room
- 40 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 61.5 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+0+0
Vehicle ID: 7251 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
