The facelifted Volkswagen Phaeton was launched at the recent Auto China 2010. The initial images were typical studio photos and now VW has released a gallery of the Phaeton in action on location in China, where the brand’s flagship is expected to do well. It will be launched in Europe this month while China will get it in August.
The refreshed limo will come with a choice of four engines. The base V6 FSI engine produces 280 PS, while the V8 and the top line W12 produce 335 PS and 450 PS respectively. The 240 PS V6 TDI model sips diesel at a slow rate of 8.5-9.0 litres/100 km.
The front end design has been brought in line with VW’s current look and it features more chrome than before. New bi-xenons and LED driving lamps, indicators and fog lights bring more flash to equation, making it look much more eye catching than the plain Jane look of old. Not much has been changed at the back apart from the smoked out LED tailights and a modified back bumper.
Among the new features are Dynamic Light Assist (camera-based dynamic main beam control) and a navigation system that uses Google Maps’ satellite view. Other nifty gadgets include an optional front camera that recognises traffic signs and speed limit signs, displaying them on the instrument cluster. This will also be the first system in the world to recognise and display no passing zone markings.
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I dont know why I never like volkswagen…
hmm… I wonder where are the air-con vents? Fold-in when not in use like the Jag XF?
The air conditioning system in the Phaeton are draft free, which means it cools down the car without you feeling the wind on your skin. I’m not too sure how it works or where the vents are.
the vents are beside the clock..when the temperature in the car reaches the pre-set temperature, they close automatically and the air is channelled into the car through vents under the steering, glove box and centre console..
I dont think it will work in hot country like Malaysia. Air con full blast pointing the vents at you also cannot beat the heat.
they are hidden behind the wood panel, and it slides out when it is in use.
Wah…. another car for the big tow kays ;)
For me, it doesn’t looks good…
at one point, i was hoping that something alike could be the next Proton Perdaana
subtle elegance..
Ha ha ha,
This car must always has its own enlarged parking space!
Big car with loooong front & rear overhang. Public parking must be almost impossible.
i wonder y VW malaysia doesn’t sell the phaeton here…i mean it has so much more better features compared to the 7 or the S and at a lower price tag….its basically a bentley flying spur…
That’s true chuakz. The Phaeton is an underrated luxury car but most people cannot get past the VW badge. No matter that it is probably the best engineered and highest quality car in it’s segment. You’re right that it’s a cut price Bentley. But you see quite a few Touaregs around so just maybe there are enough people around to appreciate and buy a Phaeton.
Perhaps those who appreciate the Phaeton go for a Lexus instead….Lexus undoubtedly best in class.
Apart from sticking gas pedals and ‘off-center’ steering wheels after a U-Turn… :D
like 7 series, for old man only :)