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  • An overview of a modern legend: Volkswagen Phaeton

    2010 Volkswagen PhaetonBack in the 1990s, VW’s CEO, Ferdinand Piëch pursued an ambition to create a vehicle for the luxury segment. His first project was unveiled at the 1999 Frankfurt Motor Show. This was the Concept D with a 5.0-liter direct-injected V10 engine and a rather beautiful exterior and interior design. Two years later, the Phaeton would enter production, looking to establish a name for itself among other luxury sedans.

    At first, the Phaeton came with a 3.6-liter V6 engine as a standard, but a larger 6.0-liter W12 unit was also available for purchase. The W series of engines were just beginning to be included in mass-produced vehicles at the time.

    What was also special about the vehicle, was the design of the entire drivetrain system – brakes, suspension, and steering were designed to cope with speeds that exceed the 155mph limit.

    2010 Volkswagen Phaeton

    The Phaeton enjoyed tons of attention both in Germany and all around the world, especially China. In fact, the Phaeton was successful enough that the VW team unveiled a second-generation back in 2010. This particular machine featured a larger interior with a 4Motion AWD system, Continuous Damping Control, adjustable suspension, electric seats, and laminated finish.

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    The success of the vehicle was continued throughout the 2010s: 7,500 were built in 2010 and over 60,000 between 2001 and 2011. Vehicle production was discontinued in 2016, as Volkswagen shifted resources of the Dresden factory towards a focus on electric vehicles.

    2010 Volkswagen Phaeton

    2015 Volkswagen Phaeton facelift
    2015 Volkswagen Phaeton facelift
    2015 Volkswagen Phaeton facelift
    2015 Volkswagen Phaeton facelift

    Source: Volkswagen 

  • Volkswagen Phaeton Facelift Revealed!

    Volkswagen Phaeton Facelift side2015 Volkswagen Phaeton has received so many updated that when we saw them we were very happy. However, what made me really sad is that the car is going to go on sale in China only.

    The Phaeton facelift will be distributed in China only because the country is model’s largest market by far. The exterior modifications include new graphics for the front and tail LEDs as well as many specific features that distinguish this particular model. Although there aren’t any pictures of the interior in our gallery, we assure you that it is more exciting than the outer shell.

    Exterior

    At the front the car has received new graphics for the LED headlights as well as they go a bi-xenon treatment. The lower grill features more chrome, while the side mirrors received LED turn signals and have heat-function. Electric sunroof with wind deflector also comes as a standard as are the redesigned LEDs for the rear-lights.

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    Volkswagen Phaeton Facelift front angle

    Interior

    Inside the cabin is where the occupants will meet the true meaning of luxury. At the back, the rear-seaters will enjoy dual 10.2-inch screens, while at the front there is an 8-inch touchscreen which shows the important information. The interior trim is decided in wooden theme, which can optionally be enhanced with DYNAU DIO Temptation sound system.

    Engines

    There are three output variants for the Phaeton, each mated to a six-speed transmission that drives the four wheels. The firs one is the V6 FSI 3.0-liter engine which pumps out 250 hp (184 kW) and 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) of torque. The next in the engine line-up is the 3.6-liter V6 FSI generating 280 hp (206 kW) and 370 Nm (273 lb-ft). At last, we have the top of the range 4.2-liter V8 unit, producing 335 hp (246 kW) and 430 Nm (317 lb-ft) of maximum torque.

    2015 Volkswagen Phaeton facelift
    2015 Volkswagen Phaeton facelift
    2015 Volkswagen Phaeton facelift
    2015 Volkswagen Phaeton facelift

    Source: Volkswagen 

  • 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton revealed

    At the forthcoming edition of Auto China motor fair in Beijing (27th April to 2nd May), Volkswagen, the renowned German-based car manufacturer will unleash publicly its all-new 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (more…)

  • Hofele-Design Mythos Royal 12 – noble, elegant and powerful

    Hofele-Design presents its latest luxury project which transforms the elegant VW Phaeton into a striking limousine named – Mythos. (more…)

  • The Phaeton in Model Year 2009: Perfected Controls Concept with New Infotainment System

    The Phaeton – the Volkswagen flagship – has new technical features on board starting right now. An entirely new generation of infotainment systems (RCD 810 and RNS 810) is being introduced. (more…)

  • Even more sophistication with revised Volkswagen Phaeton

    Following its debut at the Paris Motor Show, Volkswagen has announced a number of revisions to the Phaeton luxury saloon with new features being added to the model range. Prices for the revised model, fitted with a 3.0-litre V6 TDI 240 PS engine, start at £44,235 RRP on the road. (more…)

  • India: Jetta – Market Launch

    Wide selection: three equipment lines and two engines
    DSG dual clutch transmission offered
    Today, in Mumbai, Volkswagen begins market introduction of the Jetta in India. The sedan – eight million of which have been sold since 1979 – will be available in three versions. At market launch the innovative 6-speed DSG dual clutch transmission will be offered. Other comfort and convenience features round out the program. (more…)