2014 Volkswagen Routan — Full Specifications
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The 2014 Volkswagen Routan is a van/minivan powered by a 3.6L 6-cyl regular gasoline engine. It returns around 24 mpg (UK) / 20 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Volkswagen Routan workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2013 Volkswagen Routan: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 24 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 3.6L 6-cyl |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Van/Minivan |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 24 combined / 20 urban / 30 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 20 combined / 17 city / 25 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 283 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 5 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,350 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2014 Volkswagen Routan, all with the 3.6L 6-cyl engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 20 (17/25) | 283 | $3,350 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2014 Volkswagen Routan
Running Costs: 2014 Volkswagen Routan
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2014 Volkswagen Routan at 24 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,515 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,350 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2014 Volkswagen Routan Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2014 Volkswagen Routan as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Volkswagen Routan. The most-reported areas are Seats (1), Electrical system (1). That is well below the median of 63 complaints across the 5 Volkswagen Routan model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2014 Volkswagen Routan
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Seats (1 owner complaint) — Check seat adjusters, head restraints and seat-mounted sensors work, and confirm seat recalls were completed.
- Electrical system (1 owner complaint) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Volkswagen Routan compare to similar van/minivans? Van/Minivans in our database average around 24 mpg (UK) combined — this model sits close to that average, within 0 mpg. Its 283 g/km CO₂ figure is 9 g/km lower than the 292 g/km average for van/minivans on this site. This comparison is based on 157 van/minivans in our dataset.
Volkswagen models in our database average about 33 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2014 Volkswagen Routan's 24 mpg is 9 mpg below that make average. Its 283 g/km CO₂ figure is 70 g/km higher than the 213 g/km Volkswagen average.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2014 Volkswagen Routan have?
It's fitted with a 3.6L 6-cyl regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic 6-spd transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
The most efficient configuration returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, or 20 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2014 Volkswagen Routan cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,350 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2014 Volkswagen Routan have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2014 Volkswagen Routan as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
Among the 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Seats (1 complaint), Electrical system (1 complaint). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Volkswagen Routan's fuel economy good for a van/minivan?
It returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 24 mpg among the van/minivans we track.