Vital Statistics: The 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
By Alex Thomas
The Volkswagen Phaeton for 2004
Made in GERMANY for Volkswagen, the Phaeton for 2004 is a contender in the 5-seat SEDAN 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $64,600 USD with a invoice price of $59,276 USD.
Phaeton Dimensions
In 2004 the Phaeton has an overall length of 203.70 inches and a width of 74.90 inches. It sits a total of 57.10 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 5.00 inches. Front headroom is 37.20 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Phaeton a turning radius of 39.40 inches. It uses 235/55R17 tires with a wheelbase of 118.10 inches.
Drivetrain
The Phaeton comes standard with a 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a all-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 5194 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 4.2L V8 DOHC 40V engine in the 2004 Phaeton is rated at 15 miles/gallon city and 22 miles/gallon highway out of a 23.80 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Phaeton retails for $64,600 USD with a invoice price of $59,276 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $615 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Installed equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes. Leading optional equipment includes .
Exterior color choices include Antibes Blue, Apassionata Blue, Birken, Black, Black Klavierlack, Bolero Beige, Cairo Gray, Campanella White, Coucou Gray, Deep Blue Metallic, Luna Blue, Luna Blue Klavierlack, Luxury Black, Marais Green, Nocturne Aubergine, Nocturne Aubergine Klavierlack, Papillon Silver, Petrol, Silver Atmosphere, Silver Mirror, Tizian Red, Waterworld, White Pearl Tri/Coat with interior choices of Anthracite Leather Interior, Kristall Gray Leather Interior, Navy Blue Leather Interior, Petrol Leather Interior, Sonnen Beige Leather Interior. The Phaeton seats 5 people with 41.70 inches front leg room.
Volkswagen Warranty
The normal warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also has a 60 month/60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's critical to contact your dealer to verify all warranties.
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