The Volkswagen Phaeton is a flagship luxury sedan introduced by Volkswagen in 2002, aimed at competing with premium European brands. Over its production span, it featured sophisticated engineering, high-quality materials, and advanced technology, reflecting Volkswagen’s commitment to luxury and performance. The Phaeton went through minimal generational changes, maintaining its classic full-size sedan dimensions while offering various powerful engine options. It remains notable for blending Volkswagen’s engineering prowess with luxury segment features typically associated with manufacturers like Audi and Mercedes-Benz.
Discontinued Generations
2010 Volkswagen Phaeton Long (facelift 2010)

1450 mm
L:5179 mm | W:2118 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2010-2016
- Model Year: 2010
Body Style: Sedan
- Length: 5179 mm203.9 in
- Width: 2118 mm83.4 in
- Height: 1450 mm57.1 in
- Trunk Capacity: 500 liter17.7 cu ft
2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (facelift 2010)

1450 mm
L:5059 mm | W:2118 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2010-2015
- Model Year: 2010
Body Style: Sedan
- Length: 5059 mm199.2 in
- Width: 2118 mm83.4 in
- Height: 1450 mm57.1 in
- Trunk Capacity: 500 liter17.7 cu ft
2005 Volkswagen Phaeton Long

1450 mm
L:5175 mm | W:1903 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2005-2010
- Model Year: 2005
Body Style: Sedan
- Length: 5175 mm203.7 in
- Width: 1903 mm74.9 in
- Height: 1450 mm57.1 in
- Trunk Capacity: 500 liter17.7 cu ft
2003 Volkswagen Phaeton

1450 mm
L:5055 mm | W:1903 mm
Discontinued Model - Production: 2003-2010
- Model Year: 2003
Body Style: Sedan
- Length: 5055 mm199.0 in
- Width: 1903 mm74.9 in
- Height: 1450 mm57.1 in
- Trunk Capacity: 500 liter17.7 cu ft