Model Year | 2009 | 2019 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | BMW 3-Series | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 255 hp@5000 295 lb-ft@1550 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 110.6 in | 10.6 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 182.0 in | 20.5 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 71.3 in | 5.6 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 56.3 in | 12.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 3867 lb. | 754 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 55.1 in | 7.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.0 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.3 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 55.1 in | 9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 35.0 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 77 in (over 2 rows) | 31.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 17.5 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 17.5 | 65.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 53.0 ft3 | 88 ft3 |
2009 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |
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