The Phaeton.

The new Phaeton W12 represents the height of technical advancement. The latest version of the immensely powerful 12-cylinder engine now delivers even more sensational performance, power and torque. 450 hp at 2750 rpm. Top speed 250 km/h. (Fuel consumption: 14.5 l/100 km; CO2 emissions: 348 g/km)*
That's the stuff that motoring dreams are made of. Coupled with the unrivalled quietness of its engine and the luxury equipment it is renowned for, the new W12 emulates its predecessor by offering quintessential driving pleasure and comfort.

Aesthetic appeal, power, supreme poise – the Phaeton V6 TDI comes with all of the hallmark credentials of a luxury saloon. It raises the bar yet again in its class as the first model to come fitted with a diesel particulate filter as standard. Further highlights of the standard specification list include 4MOTION four-wheel drive, air suspension and 4-zone Climatronic. The Phaeton V6 TDI reaffirms its status as the car of choice for discerning drivers. (Fuel consumption: 9.6 l/100 km; CO2 emissions: 259 g/km)*

Permanent four-wheel drive is of course the ultimate for sporty drivers – it ensures superior propulsive power, traction and acceleration across an extremely wide range of road conditions and driving situations. Which is why we have decided to include it as standard on the 177 kW Phaeton V6 too. Fuel consumption: 12.1 - 12.2 l/100 km; CO2 emissions: 290 - 293 g/km)*.

Courtesy of an extra 120 millimetres between the axles. The benefits for you: more legroom in the rear and more comfort. The long-wheelbase version of the Phaeton is available in conjunction with most engines and with a range of particularly attractive interiors.

The innovative seat technology in the Phaeton was awarded the renowned "Professor Ferdinand Porsche Prize 2003". The most prestigious award of its kind anywhere in the world, it is presented by the Technical University of Vienna for innovations which have a lasting influence on automotive development. The seat with 18-way adjustment in the Phaeton has taken seating comfort into a completely new dimension.