Compare 2012 Volkswagen Routan - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $27,020 | $27,020 | $28,375 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $25,912 | $25,912 | $25,956 |
| Destination | $820 | $820 | $830 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Manual | Manual | |
| Air Filter | N/A | Standard | |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | With Separate Controls | |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | |
| Cargo Tie Downs | N/A | Standard | |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Urethane | |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | |
| Ashtray | N/A | Optional | |
| Overhead Console | Mini | Mini With Storage | |
| Floor Console | Removeable | N/A | |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | |
| Trip Computer | N/A | Standard | |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | |
| Service Interval Warning | N/A | Standard | |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | Standard | |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front And Rear | |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | N/A | Driver And Passenger | |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | Mechanical | |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 1 | |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/metal-look | Urethane | |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | |
| Standard Seating | 7 Passengers | 7 Passengers | |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 8-way Power | |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | |
| Front Armrests | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | |
| Rear Seats | Captain | Bucket | |
| Rear Head Restraints | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable | |
| 3rd Row Seats | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Split-bench | |
| Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | Manual | Manual | |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | |
| CD Changer Compatible | Standard | N/A | |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | N/A | |
| Speakers | 6 | 5 | |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | N/A | Standard | |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Side Curtain Protection | Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row | |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver | N/A | |
| Occupancy Sensor | N/A | Standard | |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto Off | Auto Off | |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | N/A | |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | 2 | |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | |
| Parking Assist | N/A | Optional | |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Optional | |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | Standard | |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A | |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A | |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Fixed | Window Grid | |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel | |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Body-colored | |
| Grille Trim | Black W/chrome Surround | Black W/chrome Accents | |
| Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | |
| Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Liftgate | |
| Tinted Windows | Deep | Deep | |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | |
| Roof Rack | N/A | Optional | |
| Roof Rails | N/A | Optional | |
| Rear Step Bumper | Standard | Standard | |
| Front Tires | P225/65SR16.0 BSW AS | P235/65TR17.0 BSW AS | |
| Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" Steel | |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | |
| Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | Fixed Interval | |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | SOHC | |
| Recommended Fuel | Flexible | Regular Unleaded | |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | |
| Rear Suspension Type | Torsion Beam | Double Wishbone | |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | N/A | |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | VSA | |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | N/A | |
| Transmission | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 5-spd Auto W/OD | |
| Axle Ratio | 3.16 | 4.31 | |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 202.5 " | 202.9 " | |
| Exterior Body Width | 76.9 " | 79.2 " | |
| Exterior Height | 68.9 " | 68.4 " | |
| Engine | 3.6L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | |
| Horsepower | 283 @ 6,350 Rpm | 248 @ 5,700 Rpm | |
| Torque | 260 @ 4,400 Rpm | 250 @ 4,800 Rpm | |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | |
| Fuel Economy - City | 17 Mpg | 18 Mpg | |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 25 Mpg | 27 Mpg | |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.3 Seconds | 8.3 Seconds | |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.8 Seconds | 16.2 Seconds | |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 89 Mph | 90 Mph | |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | |
| Slalom Speed | 56 Mph | 56 Mph | |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.78/3.27 " | 3.50/3.66 " | |
| Curb Weight | 4,494 Lbs. | 4,337 Lbs. | |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 6,050 Lbs. | 6,019 Lbs. | |
| Payload | 1,200 Lbs. | N/A | |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 2,000 Lbs. | 3,500 Lbs. | |
| Wheelbase | 121.2 " | 118.1 " | |
| Front Track | 65.0 " | 68.1 " | |
| Rear Track | 64.8 " | 68.2 " | |
| Turning Radius | 19.0 '' | 18.3 '' | |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 6.0 " | |
| Drag Coefficient | .30 | N/A | |
| Front Legroom | 40.6 " | 40.9 " | |
| Rear Legroom | 36.3 " | 40.9 " | |
| Third Row Legroom | 31.8 " | 42.4 " | |
| Front Headroom | 37.2 " | 39.7 " | |
| Rear Headroom | 39.7 " | 39.5 " | |
| Third Row Headroom | 37.9 " | 38.0 " | |
| Front Hip Room | 57.0 " | 58.2 " | |
| Rear Hip Room | 64.8 " | 66.1 " | |
| Third Row Hip Room | 48.7 " | 48.4 " | |
| Front Shoulder Room | 63.0 " | 64.4 " | |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 64.7 " | 63.3 " | |
| Third Row Shoulder Room | 62.0 " | 60.9 " | |
| Luggage Volume | 32.7 Cu.ft. | 38.4 Cu.ft. | |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 144.4 Cu.ft. | 148.5 Cu.ft. | |
| Passenger Volume | 163 Cu.ft. | 172 Cu.ft. | |
| Fuel Tank | 20.5 Gal. | 21.0 Gal. | |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Overall | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Overall Side | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Driver's | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Pole | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Front | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Driver Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | acceptable |
| Roof Strength | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | good | acceptable |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
