Reviews: The 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
By Jane Smith
The Volkswagen Phaeton for 2005
Made in GERMANY for Volkswagen, the Phaeton for 2005 is a contender in the 5-seat SEDAN 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $66,950 USD with a invoice price of $61,423 USD.
Phaeton Dimensions
In 2005 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 255/45R18 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 gets 16 miles/gallon city and 22 miles/gallon highway off a 23.80 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Phaeton are also available.
Pricing
The Phaeton retails for $66,950 USD with a invoice price of $61,423 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $655 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Electronic Parking Aid.
Exterior color choices include Antibes Blue, Apassionata Blue, Birken, Black, Black Klavierlack, Bolero Beige, Cairo Gray, Campanella White, Coucou Gray, Deep Blue, Luna Blue, Luna Blue Klavierlack, Luxury Black, Marais Green, Nocturne Aubergine, Nocturne Aubergine Klavierlack, Papillon Silver, Petrol, Reflex Silver Metallic, Silver Atmosphere, Silver Mirror, Waterworld 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.
Standard Warranty
The standard 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 important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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