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Kia Sedona vs Volkswagen Routan

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2021 Kia Sedona

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2014 Volkswagen Routan

Overview

SpecKia SedonaLXVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
Selected trimLXS Fleet
Body styleMinivanMinivan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasflex-fuel (FFV)
Model year20212014

Pricing & market

SpecKia SedonaLXVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
MSRP$30,400$27,020 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia SedonaLXVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
Combined MPG21 MPG (best)20 MPG
City MPG18 MPG (best)17 MPG
Highway MPG24 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (best)20.5 gal

Performance

SpecKia SedonaLXVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
Horsepower276 hp283 hp (best)
Torque248 lb-ft260 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.3 L3.6 L (best)
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecKia SedonaLXVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
Seating8 seats (best)7 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume142 cu ft144.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs3,600 lbs (best)
Payload1,642 lbs (best)1,200 lbs
Curb weight4,443 lbs (best)4,494 lbs
Ground clearance6.7 in (best)5.6 in
Wheelbase120.5 in121.2 in (best)
Length201.4 in202.5 in (best)
Width78.1 in (best)76.9 in
Height68.5 in68.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecKia SedonaLXVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimKia SedonaVolkswagen Routan
1

LX

$30,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S Fleet

$27,020 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

EX

$33,700 MSRP

SE Fleet

$34,490 MSRP

3

SX

$41,500 MSRP

SEL Premium Fleet

$44,280 MSRP

Kia Sedona vs Volkswagen Routan FAQ

Which is better: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2021 Kia Sedona vs 2014 Volkswagen Routan on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2014 Volkswagen Routan starts lower at $27,020.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
The 2014 Volkswagen Routan leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,020).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
The 2021 Kia Sedona leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
Which has better horsepower: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
The 2014 Volkswagen Routan leads on horsepower in this comparison (283).
Which has better seats: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
The 2021 Kia Sedona leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
The 2014 Volkswagen Routan leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,600).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2021 Kia Sedona vs 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia Sedona (5/5 NHTSA overall).