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Nissan Quest vs Volkswagen Routan

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

Vehicles

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2017 Nissan Quest

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2014 Volkswagen Routan

Overview

SpecNissan QuestS FleetVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
Selected trimS FleetS Fleet
Body styleMinivanMinivan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasflex-fuel (FFV)
Model year20172014

Pricing & market

SpecNissan QuestS FleetVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
MSRP$26,580 (best)$27,020
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Fuel economy & range

SpecNissan QuestS FleetVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)20 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)17 MPG
Highway MPG27 MPG (best)25 MPG
Fuel tank20 gal20.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecNissan QuestS FleetVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
Horsepower260 hp283 hp (best)
Torque240 lb-ft260 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L3.6 L (best)
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecNissan QuestS FleetVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
Seating7 seats7 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume108.4 cu ft144.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs3,600 lbs (best)
Payload1,474 lbs (best)1,200 lbs
Curb weight4,344 lbs (best)4,494 lbs
Ground clearance6.2 in (best)5.6 in
Wheelbase118.1 in121.2 in (best)
Length200.8 in202.5 in (best)
Width77.6 in (best)76.9 in
Height71.5 in (best)68.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecNissan QuestS FleetVolkswagen RoutanS Fleet
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
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.

TrimNissan QuestVolkswagen Routan
1

S Fleet

$26,580 MSRP(Currently comparing)

S Fleet

$27,020 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SV Fleet

$30,540 MSRP

SE Fleet

$34,490 MSRP

3

SL Fleet

$34,110 MSRP

SEL Premium Fleet

$44,280 MSRP

4

Platinum Fleet

$43,230 MSRP

Nissan Quest vs Volkswagen Routan FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Nissan Quest or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Nissan Quest 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: 2017 Nissan Quest or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Nissan Quest starts lower at $26,580.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Nissan Quest or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
The 2017 Nissan Quest leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,580).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Nissan Quest or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
The 2017 Nissan Quest leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Nissan Quest or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
The 2014 Volkswagen Routan leads on horsepower in this comparison (283).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2017 Nissan Quest or 2014 Volkswagen Routan?
The 2014 Volkswagen Routan leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,600).