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Style Overview

The 2009 Volkswagen Routan seven-passenger minivan is available in three trim levels: S, SE and SEL. Base S models come standard with 16-inch steel wheels, full power accessories, air-conditioning, cruise control, keyless entry, heated side mirrors, a six-speaker CD/MP3 audio system with auxiliary input audio jack, a removable second-row bench seat and a 60/40-split third-row bench that folds into the floor. The SE adds 17-inch alloy wheels, power-sliding rear doors, upgraded cloth upholstery, tri-zone manual climate control, an eight-way power driver seat, removable second-row captain's chairs, rear sunshades and an upgraded audio system with a six-CD changer The top-of-the-line SEL tacks on a larger engine, leather upholstery, power-adjustable pedals, heated seats for the first and second rows, a power liftgate and Bluetooth connectivity.Optional on all models is an entertainment package. On the S model, this adds a DVD player, second- and third-row flip-down screens, Bluetooth, the upgraded audio system, satellite radio and tri-zone manual air-conditioning. SE and SEL models with this package also get all-row DVD playback, a 30-gigabyte hard-drive-based audio system, a back-up camera and the power liftgate (SE). Some of the standard features on higher trim levels can be added as options on lower trims. Towing preparation with a load-leveling rear suspension is available on all three trims, while a navigation system that's bundled with the hard-drive-based audio system, satellite radio and the back-up camera is optional on the SE and SEL. The SEL-only Premium package adds xenon headlights, foglamps, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, a sunroof, remote engine start, a nine-speaker, 506-watt audio system, an eight-way power passenger seat, a power-folding third-row seat, a memory function for the driver seat and pedals, a 115-volt AC power outlet and rear park assist.
Style Comparisons

| Trim | Engine | Trans. | Wheels | Audio System | Seating | MSRP |
Current Vehicle:
S 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 6A) |
3.8L V6 overhead valves (OHV) 12-valve engine |
6-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
16 in. steel |
6-speaker, AM/FM in-dash single CD player with CD MP3 Playback, mast antenna |
cloth upholstery |
$25,200 |
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SE 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 6A) |
3.8L V6 overhead valves (OHV) 12-valve engine |
6-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
17 x 7.5 in. alloy |
6-speaker, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD/DVD with CD MP3 Playback |
premium cloth upholstery |
$29,700 |
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SEL CARB 4dr Minivan (4.0L 6cyl 6A) |
4.0L V6 single overhead cam (SOHC) 24-valve engine |
6-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
17 x 7.5 in. alloy |
6-speaker, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD/DVD with CD MP3 Playback |
leather upholstery |
$33,600 |
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SEL 4dr Minivan (4.0L 6cyl 6A) |
4.0L V6 single overhead cam (SOHC) 24-valve engine |
6-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
17 x 7.5 in. alloy |
6-speaker, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD/DVD with CD MP3 Playback |
leather upholstery |
$33,600 |
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SEL Premium CARB 4dr Minivan (4.0L 6cyl 6A) |
4.0L V6 single overhead cam (SOHC) 24-valve engine |
6-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
17 x 7.5 in. alloy |
9-speaker, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD/DVD with CD MP3 Playback |
leather upholstery |
$38,500 |
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SEL Premium 4dr Minivan (4.0L 6cyl 6A) |
4.0L V6 single overhead cam (SOHC) 24-valve engine |
6-speed shiftable automatic transmission |
17 x 7.5 in. alloy |
9-speaker, AM/FM in-dash 6 CD/DVD with CD MP3 Playback |
leather upholstery |
$38,500 |
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