Volkswagen Routan FWD

20092009 · 2 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
19
Best
20

The Volkswagen Routan FWD has been tested by the EPA across 2 different configurations spanning model years 2009 through 2009. Over this period, the Routan FWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 20 MPG, with an overall average of 19 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2009
3.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,300162318MPG
2009
4L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,000172520MPG

Historical Efficiency

2009
20

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Routan FWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Volkswagen Routan FWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Volkswagen Volkswagen Routan grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
10
Total Deaths
4

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
0.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
0.0%
DUI Involved
10.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

57%
Front
14%
Side
29%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2021
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2016
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2009
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory