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Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline

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SedanPetrolAutomaticAWDYear 2004G
420
Horsepower · 309 kW
6.1s
0–100 km/h
250
km/h top speed
15.6
l/100 km
€156,190
List price at launch · 2004

The Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline is a sedan powered by a petrol engine delivering 420 hp (309 kW).

Updated Aug 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline at a glance

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 s and reaches a top speed of 250 km/h. Power is routed through a all-wheel-drive layout via an automatic gearbox.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 15.6 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 374 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2004 as part of the Volkswagen Phaeton generation, and sits alongside 60 other variants in this generation. It is both the most powerful and the quickest-accelerating variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline?

The Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline produces 420 hp (309 kW).

How fast does the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline?

The top speed of the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline is 250 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline?

The Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline has a combined fuel consumption of 15.6 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline?

The Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline emits 374 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline have?

The Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline sends power through the AWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline?

The Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline has a 5,998 cc engine with 12 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline?

The Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline produces 550 Nm of torque.

When was the Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline introduced?

The Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater Highline was introduced in 2004.

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