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Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater

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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
€182,250
List price at launch · 2004

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

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

Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater 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 long 6.0 W12 4Motion 5-seater?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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