Model Year | 2010 | 2014 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Mercedes-Benz B-Class | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 OHV-2v 197 hp@5200 230 lb-ft@4000 |
Electric 177 hp 251 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 106.3 in | 14.9 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 171.6 in | 30.9 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 70.3 in | 6.6 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 61.3 in | 7.6 in |
Curb Weight | 4335 lb. | 3924 lb. | 411 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 20.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 0.0 in | 39.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 0.0 in | 63 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 0.0 in | 40.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 0.0 in | 39.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 0.0 in | 64.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 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) | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 108.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 21.0 | 62 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 51.4 ft3 | 89.6 ft3 |
2010 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz B-Class.