The Routan is perfect for the kids and even for those who are still kids at heart
PasadenaNow.com
By CANDICE MERRILL with VANESSA TABORA
Published: Friday, January 14, 2011 | 12:30 PM
If you want an minivan that has a great combination of features, then it’s the 2010 Volkswagen Routan SE you’re looking for. It has an interior look similar to that of the Chrysler Town & Country with an exterior that is truly Volkswagen. Upon first impression it offers an amazing commanding view of the road.
The Routan is perfect for the kids and even for those who are still kids at heart. This is because of its rear seat entertainment with DVD screens offered in the second and third rows of the SUV. You can plug in any video game system and it even has a JoyBox hard drive radio feature that is unique to Volkswagen. It carries a capacity of 30 gigabytes which can store thousands of music and image files.
With its third-row stowing seats this minivan has plenty of room to move stuff. The second row seats are also removable if you need to move a whole lot of stuff. It also has plenty of hidden compartments to stow expensive stuff!
This Routan delivers nothing less than the smoothest of rides possible. It handles the bumps well without making the passengers feel a single jolt. The wide turning radius could be a problem in tight quarters, but on the open road the Routan maneuvers adequately.
A nice addition to the SE are the power-sliding rear doors which can be activated by the key fob or interior of the minivan. It seems a bit indulgent but when you need to load groceries in the driving rain you’ll appreciate them.
With a V6, 4.0-liter engine you can expect to reach 60 mph in about 8 seconds. The mileage isn’t bad either for a minivan of it’s size: 17 mpg city/25 mpg highway.
If you want a vehicle that will cruise quietly without all the noise that tires and wind can make, the 2010 Volkswagen Routan SE is worth a look-see. This minivan is totally family friendly and has higher quality interiors than its competition. Its price can be compared to the top of line vehicles in the market today and you can enjoy the 3-year, 36,000 mile free maintenance from Volkswagen.
