The Volkswagen Routan is a seven-seat minivan that was originally produced in 2008 and is still being manufactured, and buying a used Volkswagen Routan is a great choice for people who often drive with lots of passengers or have children. This model comes in four trims: the S, the SE, the SEL, and the SEL Premium. The S and the SE trims come with a 3.8 liter OHV 12 valve engine that runs at 197 horsepower, with 230 pounds per foot of torque; while the SEL and the SEL Premium trims come with a 4 liter SOHC 24 valve engine that runs at 251 horsepower, with 259 pounds per foot of torque. Like all vehicles of its size, the Volkswagen Routan has relatively poor gas mileage. The S and the SE get 16 miles to the gallon in the city and 23 miles to the gallon on the highway; and the SEL and SEL Premium get 17 miles to the gallon in the city and 25 miles to the gallon on the highway. For such a large car, this vehicle has a relatively small engine, so despite its size it isn't the best for carrying around a lot of heavy cargo. Instead, it is best used by people who need to carry a lot of people around with them in suburban areas with good to moderate road conditions. Before you buy a used Volkswagen Routan, you should check CarsDirect's comprehensive listings below for information on where you can find the best deal in your area.
