Revamped Volkswagen Phaeton in Detail

Later this May 2007, Volkswagen AG will commencethese exclusive and new features of the VW
the production of the much-awaited revamped modelPhaeton.
of VW Phaeton full size luxury sedan. The car will rollIn addition to the new exterior features, the utilization of
out in dealer showrooms carrying numerous newAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is one of the new
technical features and modified equipments inside andtechnical changes and features for the VW Phaeton.
out.The Adaptive Cruise Control system is equipped with
Unveiled at the recent 77e Salon International de l'Autoinnovative functions including: Follow-to-Stop function,
Geneve (77th annual Geneva International MotorFront Assist stopping distance reduction and Side
Show), the VW Phaeton now comes with a new V6Assist lane change assistant.
TDI turbo-diesel engine, the first Volkswagen model toHere is how the two systems work according to
comply with the most stringent European emissionsVolkswagen engineers:
standard, the EURO 5 standard that goes into effect inFront Assist:
2009. The EURO 5 emissions standard requires an 80"The system utilizes a radar sensor to monitor the
percent lower amount of dirt particulates compared todistance to vehicles in traffic in front of the Phaeton.
the previous EURO 4 standard. The VW Phaeton'sWhen they approach too closely the driver is informed
V6 new TDI turbo-diesel engine complies with thisin two stages. At the same time the vehicle is
requirement, thanks to its common rail direct-injectionprepared for possible hard braking by the driver. In
system allowing the vehicle to have improved fuelcertain situations the system preventatively puts the
efficiency and lower exhaust emissions as well as lowbrakes in a preconditioned status ahead of time;
fuel consumption, about 9.6 liters per 62 miles of drivingotherwise they would only become active when the
range. The TDI turbo-diesel engine pumps out 299driver actuates the brakes. This is how the new
horses (171 kW) under its hood, and can reach ansystem achieves Stopping Distance Reduction
electronically limited top speed of 146 mph.(AWV)."
For customers who prioritize power and performanceSide Assist:
than fuel efficiency, Volkswagen is offering optional"This system monitors the area in back of and next to
three petrol gasoline engines to suit their drivingthe Phaeton via radar sensors in the rear bumper (one
personality. The German automaker will include a V6sensor each for areas to the left and right of the
gasoline engine pumping out 237 hp (177 kW), avehicle), and it signals a potential collision risk via an
monstrous V8 engine with 443 hp (331 kW), and theindicator light in the outside mirror housing. The sensor
powerful W12 petrol engine that also pumps out 443monitoring range is about 50 meters to the rear and
hp. Volkswagen also improved the Phaeton's handling3.60 meters to the sides of the sedan."
and driving performance, powering the luxury car'sMeanwhile, to provide additional driving safety, the VW
standard all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain configuration.Phaeton now comes with a tire pressure control
Outside, the VW Phaeton received additional exteriorsystem, low-beam lamp that automatically activates
features like chrome accent strips in the lower area ofduring full throttle acceleration and in rainy driving
the front apron, newly designed bi-xenon headlamps,conditions. The car has is also equipped with enhanced
dynamic and static cornering headlamps, newlyinformation and entertainment systems including
designed automatically activated LED daytime runningvoice-controlled Bluetooth telephone system with
lamps, and a new 19-inch alloy wheel designs for theauxiliary Bluetooth receiver, and navigation system with
vehicle to ride on. Customers should get a VW carDVD capability that can support different types of
cover from the company’s OEM division to protectfunctions.