Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 310 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 115.3 in | 5.9 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 199.4 in | 3.1 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 77.5 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 69.0 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 4054 lb. | 567 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.3 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 57.9 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.0 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.5 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 58.1 in | 6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.4 in | -57.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 39.4 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 35.4 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 53.1 in | 8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.1 in | -40.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 29.7 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 17.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 38.2 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 71.2 ft3 | 69.8 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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