Honda Odyssey vs. Volkswagen Routan
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda Odyssey and Volkswagen Routan contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Honda Odyssey and the Volkswagen Routan.
When we compare the Honda Odyssey's and the Volkswagen Routan's specifications and ratings, the Honda Odyssey has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Volkswagen Routan has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Honda Odyssey's and the Volkswagen Routan's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2014 Honda Odyssey ranges from $8,996 to $20,989 while a used 2014 Volkswagen Routan is priced between $4,720 to $13,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda Odyssey’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Routan base engine makes 283 horsepower. The Odyssey is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 588 miles. The Routan is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 505 miles. This gives the Honda Odyssey the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volkswagen Routan. The Odyssey uses gasoline, and the Routan uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Honda Odyssey has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volkswagen Routan has the advantage in the area of rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: The Honda Odyssey has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$28,825
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$24,455
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$20,140 - $30,765
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,020
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$24,455
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$20,140 - $30,765
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$14,635
Price Range:
$8,996 - $20,989
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$11,659
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$9,059 - $16,647
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
333
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
135,091
# Good or Great Deals:
131
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,059
Price Range:
$4,720 - $13,997
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$11,659
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$9,059 - $16,647
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
110,312
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Honda Odyssey Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volkswagen Routan Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Odyssey
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen Routan
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
10.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.9 - 13.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.9 - 13.4
Honda Odyssey Rankings
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7 out of / 7Volkswagen Routan Rankings
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Honda Odyssey Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/DVD, EX-L w/Navi, LX, Touring, Touring Elite
Volkswagen Routan Trim Levels
S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
250 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
283 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
399 / 588 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 18 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
343 / 505 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.5 inches
Cargo Space:
38.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
93.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
211.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.7 inches
Cargo Space:
32.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
93.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
196.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4396 lbs
Width:
91.5 inches
Height:
68.4 inches
Length:
202.9 inches
Wheelbase:
118.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4494 lbs
Width:
88.5 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
202.5 inches
Wheelbase:
121.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/65R16
Exterior Colors
Blue
Obsidian Blue Pearl
Gray
Modern Steel Metallic
Red
Dark Cherry Pearl
Silver
Alabaster Silver Metallic
White
White Diamond Pearl
Black
Not available
Exterior Colors
Blue
York Blue
Gray
Twilight Gray Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Mercury Silver Metallic
White
Calla Lily White
Black
Nocturne Black Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige
Brown
Truffle
Gray
Gray
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Aero Gray
