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pnwislander, Monroe, LA, 04/16/2014
Volkswagen Routan SE 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 6A)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
This is the first vehicle I have ever owned where I have to put in a quart of oil every 1,000 miles or the oil light will come on and the manufacturer considers that normal. There are other things that seemed minor, like side door catching etc. But all of the sudden after hitting 30,000 miles to have to start putting in a quart of oil every 1,000 miles (now at 45,000 miles) just seems ridiculous to be considered normal. Our other car is a VW Golf that we love ,and the Routan is just an all around disappointment. Wishing we had bought the Honda or Toyata minivan instead.
i love this minivan since i buy it
Deisi Morales, Houston, TX, 09/26/2015
updated 05/04/2020
Volkswagen Routan SE 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 6A)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
i love my minivan great space nice to ride so far i don't have no mechanical problems but i have a recall about the ignition switch since then twice a week every time wen i start the van all the dash board lights go off like crazy i have to turn it off get the key out open the door and keep trying until it works fine other than that its a good vehicle
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2009 Routan Nightmare!
Riri, Saline, MI, 02/08/2016
updated 02/08/2017
Volkswagen Routan SE 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 6A)
18 of 22 people found this review helpful
I was excited to buy my 1st VW, but sadly lost all trust in VW shortly after owning a Routan. The Routan is very unsafe to be on the road. Corporate doesn't stand behind their poorly made products, and this minivan has broke me due to constant major monthly repairs. Most repairs have involved the braking system (replaced master cylinder twice, abs unit & flushed brake line). Wheel barrings all needed replacement & problems with engine (censor replaced & another major part that I forget what it was now..I've lost track at this point). In the last 2 1/2 years it's required 11 major repairs that have cost me over $6,400! It's the most Ridiculous & UNSAFE vehicle I've ever owned! I can't wait to get out from owning a VW.
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Do not buy a Routan!
Jweldon, 08/05/2010
Volkswagen Routan SE 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Never buy one of these cars. A complete waste of money. The vehicle is unsafe and a hazard to your family. One of our children has actually gotten his head trapped in the sliding door b/c they do not work properly, they open and close on their own! VW does not care. We have had the car in for service too many times to count. It is there right now and I do not want to bring it home. I miss my Honda Pilot. This car is a nightmare.
The best minivan in the next few years
Thegooddriver, 05/08/2009
Volkswagen Routan SE 4dr Minivan (3.8L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I researched for months before buying a Minivan and when I decided to, the VW Routan came out. Months prior, I have test-driven other minivans, but most have issues with either road noise/breaks or rattling. Then, I test- drove the Routan; I was impressed for it is very smooth, very quiet and does not produce road noise. The VW suspensions also absorb rough and uneven surfaces very well. I've been advised to go for the Japanese minivans, which are reliable. Well, they are, but I'd rather deal with thinking how long the Routan will last than dealing with road noise and rattling that will surely distract me every time I drive. With VW and Chrysler combined, it must be something