2012 Volkswagen Routan
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2012 Volkswagen Routan Review
By KBB.com EditorsChrysler's family of minivans has attracted a huge block of fans over the years. For those seeking typical minivan attributes but desire a platform more responsive than is typical, VW's modifications
If you're looking for a van to chill out (or just hang out) in a 1960s kinda' feel-good way, this isn't your cup of green tea. The Routan is no better or worse than other badge-engineered devices (Mer
To its credit, Volkswagen worked diligently to provide the Chrysler van platform with some semblance of what back in the day it used to call "Fahrvergnugen" ("It's what makes a car a Volkswagen"). But even after putting lipstick on a pig, it typically remains a pig. With that as the caveat, the Routan comports itself on the road in a manner no 1967 Microbus ever dreamed of doing. And the later Vanagons and Eurovans weren't exactly Porsches in corners or over the open road. A suspension menu comprising firmer springs, shocks
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why ads?2012 Volkswagen Routan Consumer Reviews
Based on 95 Ratings for the 2009 - 2012 models.
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good but not great
By j (NY) on Tuesday, February 26, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 11,000
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8
"i bought this van new, within 6000 miles had a seal go out on the trans, but over all satisfied, rides great and handles like a sports car!"
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I really like the Routan
By NCRich (NC) on Sunday, February 03, 2013
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 8,400
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Great price, nice ride, no problems"
Cons: "No longer produced so I can't recommend it"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 3
"I admit that I bought the Routan because of the whopping discount. The thought was I could put up with most anything with the savings. After 15 months I really like the van. It looks great, rides nice, has lots of power, handles well, and has a huge amount of cargo space. Unfortunately the Routan is an orphan - it's been discontinued but since it was produced by Chrysler which is making plenty of the Routan siblings (T&C, Grand Caravan, Ram Van), I'm not too concerned."
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