Honda Odyssey vs Volkswagen Routan
The Honda Odyssey and the Volkswagen Routan are rated the same on fuel economy: 20 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Honda Odyssey | Volkswagen Routan | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 243 | 461 |
| Most reported problem | Body & structure | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 7 and 9 | 7 and 5 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 60,000 miles | 66,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 25 | 17 and 25 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $3,350 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 243 complaints for the Honda Odyssey and 461 for the Volkswagen Routan. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Honda Odyssey, 6 for the Volkswagen Routan.