Just three years after it was introduced in the U.S., the Volkswagen Phaeton was phased out, with 2006 being its last year on sale. For its final year, the Phaeton's 6.0-liter 12-cylinder W12 engine got a boost in power, from 420 horsepower to 444 hp. The Phaeton also was available with a 335-hp, 3.2-liter V8 engine, which was unchanged. The V8 was linked to a 6-speed automatic transmission, while the W12 came with a 5-speed automatic with the Tiptronic manual-shift feature.
You can certainly say this about the Phaeton--it went out on top. Its long list of luxury features included a 4-Zone Climatronic climate-control system, which enabled the driver and three passengers to set their own temperature and air-flow preferences. The V8 Phaeton also came with 16-way power-adjustable heated seats (18-way in the W12), a 10-speaker sound system, GPS navigation, a power trunk, a self-leveling air suspension system, and a tire pressure monitoring system.
Other standard features included power windows, power brakes, power door locks, keyless entry, cruise control, an anti-theft alarm system, antilock brakes, xenon headlights, an electrochromatic rear-view mirror, power retractable mirrors, double-pane safety glass, and 18-inch wheels.
The Phaeton's multi-adjustable power heated seats, which even included a massage feature, were a hit with drivers, who also appreciated the car's roominess, handling, luxury appointments, and sheer uniqueness. If any negative comments were made, they usually concerned the fact that the Phaeton was a gas guzzler, which was to be expected, given its powerful engines.
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
CD changer: 6 · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment · 1 subwoofer
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with pass-thru · Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Sunshade: power rear window
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 18
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: center
Exterior Features
Grille color: chrome
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: power adjustable headrests · Front headrests: power adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16
Rear Seats
Lumbar Support: power adjustments · Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Parking sensors: front and rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat: ventilated · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
CD changer: 6 · AM/FM radio · Remote CD changer location: in glove compartment · 1 subwoofer
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with pass-thru · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: hands-free multi-function remote · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Sunshade: side window
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 18
Drivetrain
Limited slip differential: center
Exterior Features
Grille color: chrome · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Adjustable rear headrests: power adjustable headrests · Front headrests: power adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 16
Rear Seats
Lumbar Support: power adjustments · Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Parking sensors: front and rear
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat: ventilated · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: multi-link · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Spare tire size: full-size matching · Wheels: alloy
Wheels
Wheel locks: front and rear
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing