2012 Volkswagen Routan

$550
from
15
listings
$550–$12K
price range
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Low$550
High$11,995
From$550
Avg Mileage128,333 mi
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Sourced from 15 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

2012 Volkswagen Routan Trims

All Trims Combined
From$550
$550–$12K
15 listings128,333 avg miles
S
From$2,848
4 listings|$3K–$8K
SE
From$550
27 listings|$550–$12K
SEL
From$4,015
9 listings|$4K–$11K
SEL Premium
From$4,995
4 listings|$5K–$6K

2012 Volkswagen Routan Pricing

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Volkswagen Routan Safety & Reliability

Moderate

With 1 recalls and 63 complaints, the 2012 Volkswagen Routan rates as moderate on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
63
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
12V1470002012-05-04
SUSPENSION:REAR

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 ROUTAN VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 15, 2011, THROUGH NOVEMBER 21, 2011. SOME VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH RIGHT REAR HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLIES THAT WERE NOT FULLY MACHINED.

THIS COULD RESULT IN A DECREASE IN DURABILITY, WHICH MAY LEAD TO WHEEL SEPARATION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2012 Volkswagen Routan's biggest weak point? ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. It leads 63 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System14
02Electrical System,engine4
03Electrical System,fuel/propulsion System4
04Engine3
05Air Bags2
63 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volkswagen Routan Fuel Economy

20mpg combined
·
17city
·
25hwy
·
$3,400/yr

The 2012 Volkswagen Routan delivers 20 MPG combined. Straightforward efficiency.

Routan - Automatic 6-spd
20mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2012 Volkswagen Routan

16States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (23%), but the remaining listings are spread across 15 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2012.

Buying a 2012 Volkswagen Routan?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2012 Volkswagen Routan a good car to buy?

The 2012 Volkswagen Routan has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is electrical system, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2012 Volkswagen Routan?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2012 Volkswagen Routan. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2012 Volkswagen Routan?

EPA rates the 2012 Volkswagen Routan at 20 MPG combined across the board. Check the fuel economy section for the city/highway breakdown.

What are common problems with the 2012 Volkswagen Routan?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the number-one complaint area for the 2012 Volkswagen Routan, based on 63 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2012 compare to other Volkswagen Routan years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Volkswagen Routan model years. Visit the Volkswagen Routan buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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