2004 Volkswagen Phaeton Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Volkswagen pulled out all the stops for the Phaeton's first year, delivering a luxury vehicle that was designed to be the equal of the best from Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Jaguar, Audi, and even Bentley. In fact, the Phaeton shared a platform with models from Audi and Bentley, testifying to its luxury pedigree.
For 2004, the Phaeton was available with a choice of two engines -- a 3.2-liter V8 that generated 335 horsepower, and a 6.0-liter W12 engine that pumped out 420 horsepower. The V8 was linked to a six-speed automatic transmission, while the W12 came with a five-speed automatic with the Tiptronic feature that enabled drivers to manually shift gears, depending on driving conditions.
Standard features for the Phaeton were plentiful, and included an innovative 4-Zone Climatronic climate control system that enabled four occupants (two in the front seat and two in the back) to set their own temperature and air-flow preferences. The V8 Phaeton came with 12-way power-adjustable heated seats, while the W12 model's seats were adjustable in 18 different ways, including height, angle, headrest, lumbar, upper and lower body. In addition, reat seats in the W12 were heated, as were the front seats.
The list of features also included power windows, power brakes, power door locks, anti-lock brakes, keyless entry, cruise control, an anti-theft alarm system, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, xenon headlights with headlamp washers, a navigation system, an electrochromatic rear-view mirror, a self-leveling suspension, power retractable mirrors, double-pane safety glass, and 18-inch wheels.
Drivers found a lot to like about the Phaeton, including the car's solidness, luxury features, acceleration, handling, and safety features. Low gas mileage was probably to be expected with engines as powerful as the Phaeton's, but drivers also noted some other negative aspects with the car, such as electrical problems as well as issues with dealers when cars were taken into the shop for repairs.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Rear side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
CD changer: 6 · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Sunshade: power rear window
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: center
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Safety
Parking sensors: front and rear
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Suspension control: electronic
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
CD changer: 6 · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Sunshade: power rear window
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: center
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Safety
Parking sensors: front and rear
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Suspension control: electronic
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Rear side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
CD changer: 6 · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Sunshade: power rear window
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: center
Exterior Features
Paint: special factory paint
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Safety
Parking sensors: front and rear
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: leather
Suspension
Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Suspension control: electronic
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing
