2011 Volkswagen Routan problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2011 Volkswagen Routan get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Volkswagen Routan at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

Q: How much is a 2011 Volkswagen Routan worth?

Comparable 2011 Volkswagen Routan listings run roughly $7,500–$14,100, typically around $11,054 (from 32 vehicles).

2011 Volkswagen Routan at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints175

Combined20 mpg

Typical price$11,054

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2011 Volkswagen Routan recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2011 Volkswagen Routan.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2011 Volkswagen Routan common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 175 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2011 Volkswagen Routan MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg

City17 mpg

Highway25 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2011 Volkswagen Routan worth?

Low

$7,500

Typical price

$11,054

High

$14,100

From 32 comparable 2011 Volkswagen Routan listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Volkswagen Routan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,500

Fuel only$15,500

Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.