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Just because the Phaeton is a luxury car doesn’t mean we have the luxury of dropping the legal jargon. So, here we go. Volkswagen of
America, Inc. believes the information and specifications in this brochure to be correct at the time of printing. Specifications, standard features,
options, fabrics and colors are subject to change without notice. Some features may be unavailable when your vehicle is built. Some vehicles
are pictured with options that may be available at extra cost or may not be available on some models. Ask your dealer about the availability of
options and verify that the vehicle you ordered includes the equipment you ordered. Tires are supplied and warranted by their manufacturer.
EPA fuel mileages are estimates only. Your fuel consumption may vary. “Volkswagen,” the Volkswagen logo, and “4

MOTION

” are registered

trademarks of Volkswagen AG. “Phaeton” and “Side Curtain Protection” are trademarks of Volkswagen AG. “Drivers wanted.” is a registered
trademark of Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Climatronic” is a trademark of Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Tiptronic” is a registered trademark of
Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. “Servotronic” is a registered trademark of the AM General Corporation. “HomeLink” is a registered trademark of the
Prince Corporation, Holland, Michigan. Prince is a wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls.™ “OnStar” is a registered trademark of OnStar
Corporation. For further information regarding the Phaeton or any other Volkswagen model, please call 1-800 DRIVE VW or, like we said
above, look us up at vw.com. Before we sign off, remember, please don’t drink and drive. (Sometimes, the most important words are saved for
last.) 

©

2005 Volkswagen of America, Inc. Printed in U.S.A.

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Summary of Contents for PHAETON -

Page 1: ...PHAETON contents cover intro exterior interior interior features per formance safety colors specs legal vw com 1 ...

Page 2: ... we patented over 300 ideas while developing the Phaeton model All our blue sky thinking has resulted in more than a few innovations Like an adjustable air suspension system which lets you choose between four different shock absorber settings on the fly And Climatronic It can create 4 distinct microclimates between 64º and 82º using no direct ventilation And the18 way adjustable driver s seat with...

Page 3: ...ued 7 spoke design offers classic simplicity and provides a strong feeling of motion even when they re at rest This design also provides more wheel and less tire so you get better handling around corners 18 InchAlloy Wheels Side view Mirrors When is a trunk hinge more than just a trunk hinge Made of forged aluminum alloy this one takes up a minimum amount of space and helps open orclose the trunk ...

Page 4: ...ou re there note that all of the seating surfaces are covered in leather standard You ll find a nice range of wood trims available as well contents cover intro exterior interior interior features per formance safety colors specs legal vw com The Phaeton s standard rear bench seat comfortably seats three people The optional premium rear seat accommodates three people and like the standard front sea...

Page 5: ...wide array of electronic adjustment options 18 way for the driver and 1 6 way for the front passenger Once you ve got the various upper and lower body lumbar height angle distance and headrest possibilities set they can be programmed to your Phaeton s key 18 way Programmable Seating1 More Interior Features 1 10 speaker premium stereo with CD player 2 Self dimming rearview mirror 3 Rear climate con...

Page 6: ...ton is avisuallyimposing exquisitelycrafted giganticallycapable car that spositivelyheavingwiththelatest in performance luxury and safety Automobile Reputations aren t made overnight but oncepeopledrivethiscar wordwillspread At Autobahn speed we expect RogerHart AutoWeek July22 2002 Usually in a car as big as the Phaeton you d need a big heavy engine But maybe not Volkswagen s engineers built the ...

Page 7: ...ill fold forward in the event of certain rear on collisions to help avoid the effect of whiplash What s more no additional repair is needed to restore the headrest back to its original position Active Head Restraint The Phaeton comes standard with dual front front side and rear side impact airbags as well as Side Curtain Protection airbags Side Curtain Protection airbags2 deploy from the top frame...

Page 8: ...e C a i r o G r a y A n t i b e s B l u e M a r a i s G r e e n D e e p B l u e W a t e r w o r l d L u x u r y B l a c k H e l i o c h r o m e A p a s s i o n a t a B l u e H e l i o c h r o m e P a p i l l o n S i l v e r H e l i o c h r o m e Color Luna Blue Klavierlack Nocturne Aubergine Klavierlack Black Klavierlack Campanella White Coucou Gray Luna Blue Nocturne Aubergine Black Silver Mirror...

Page 9: ... Infotainment system with 7 inch color display featuring adjustable settings for climate control navigation audio vehicle settings trip computer air suspension S S settings and tire pressure monitoring system Four zone Climatronic automatic climate control system S S Front and rear air vents with draft free ventilation S S Rear climate controls and display for rear passengers OP S Self dimming rea...

Page 10: ...nufacturer EPA fuel mileages are estimates only Your fuel consumption may vary Volkswagen the Volkswagen logo and 4MOTION are registered trademarks of Volkswagen AG Phaeton and Side Curtain Protection are trademarks of Volkswagen AG Drivers wanted is a registered trademark of Volkswagen of America Inc Climatronic is a trademark of Volkswagen of America Inc Tiptronic is a registered trademark of Dr...

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