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Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 4-seater Highline

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SedanPetrolAutomaticAWDYear 2010G
450
Horsepower · 331 kW
6.1s
0–100 km/h
250
km/h top speed
14.5
l/100 km
€188,790
List price at launch · 2010

The Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 4-seater Highline is a sedan powered by a petrol engine delivering 450 hp (331 kW).

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

Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 4-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 14.5 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 348 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2010 as part of the Volkswagen Phaeton generation, and sits alongside 32 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 4-seater Highline?

The Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 4-seater Highline produces 450 hp (331 kW).

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

The Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 4-seater Highline 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 4-seater Highline?

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

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

The Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 4-seater Highline has a combined fuel consumption of 14.5 l/100 km.

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

The Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 4-seater Highline emits 348 g/km of CO₂.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 4-seater Highline produces 560 Nm of torque.

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

The Volkswagen Phaeton long 6.0 W12 4Motion 4-seater Highline was introduced in 2010.

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