Model Year | 2009 | 2020 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Mercedes-Benz GLE | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 255 hp@5800 273 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 117.9 in | 3.3 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 194.3 in | 8.2 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 76.6 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 70.7 in | -1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 4608 lb. | 13 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 59.3 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.3 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 36.9 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 58.3 in | 6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 40.9 in | -4.6 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) | 81.2 in (over 2 rows) | 27.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 33.3 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 33.3 | 49.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 74.9 ft3 | 66.1 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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