volkswagen w12 at OnlyAutos.net

Revamped Volkswagen Phaeton in Detail

Later this May 2007, Volkswagen AG will commence the production of the much-awaited revamped model of VW Phaeton full size luxury sedan. The car will roll out in dealer showrooms carrying numerous new technical features and modified equipments inside and out.

Unveiled at the recent 77e Salon International de l’Auto Geneve (77th annual Geneva International Motor Show), the VW Phaeton now comes with a new V6 TDI turbo-diesel engine, the first Volkswagen model to comply with the most stringent European emissions standard, the EURO 5 standard that goes into effect in 2009. The EURO 5 emissions standard requires an 80 percent lower amount of dirt particulates compared to the previous EURO 4 standard. The VW Phaeton’s V6 new TDI turbo-diesel engine complies with this requirement, thanks to its common rail direct-injection system allowing the vehicle to have improved fuel efficiency and lower exhaust emissions as well as low fuel consumption, about 9.6 liters per 62 miles of driving range. The TDI turbo-diesel engine pumps out 299 horses (171 kW) under its hood, and can reach an electronically limited top speed of 146 mph.

For customers who prioritize power and performance than fuel efficiency, Volkswagen is offering optional three petrol gasoline engines to suit their driving personality. The German automaker will include a V6 gasoline engine pumping out 237 hp (177 kW), a monstrous V8 engine with 443 hp (331 kW), and the powerful W12 petrol engine that also pumps out 443 hp. Volkswagen also improved the Phaeton’s handling and driving performance, powering the luxury car’s standard all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain configuration.

Outside, the VW Phaeton received additional exterior features like chrome accent strips in the lower area of the front apron, newly designed bi-xenon headlamps, dynamic and static cornering headlamps, newly designed automatically activated LED daytime running lamps, and a new 19-inch alloy wheel designs for the vehicle to ride on. Customers should get a VW car cover from the company’s OEM division to protect these exclusive and new features of the VW Phaeton.

In addition to the new exterior features, the utilization of Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is one of the new technical changes and features for the VW Phaeton. The Adaptive Cruise Control system is equipped with innovative functions including: Follow-to-Stop function, Front Assist stopping distance reduction and Side Assist lane change assistant.

Here is how the two systems work according to Volkswagen engineers:

Front Assist:

“The system utilizes a radar sensor to monitor the distance to vehicles in traffic in front of the Phaeton. When they approach too closely the driver is informed in two stages. At the same time the vehicle is prepared for possible hard braking by the driver. In certain situations the system preventatively puts the brakes in a preconditioned status ahead of time; otherwise they would only become active when the driver actuates the brakes. This is how the new system achieves Stopping Distance Reduction (AWV).”

Side Assist:

“This system monitors the area in back of and next to the Phaeton via radar sensors in the rear bumper (one sensor each for areas to the left and right of the vehicle), and it signals a potential collision risk via an indicator light in the outside mirror housing. The sensor monitoring range is about 50 meters to the rear and 3.60 meters to the sides of the sedan.”

Meanwhile, to provide additional driving safety, the VW Phaeton now comes with a tire pressure control system, low-beam lamp that automatically activates during full throttle acceleration and in rainy driving conditions. The car has is also equipped with enhanced information and entertainment systems including voice-controlled Bluetooth telephone system with auxiliary Bluetooth receiver, and navigation system with DVD capability that can support different types of functions.

About the Author

Benjamin Hudson works as a supervisor at one of the top engineering firms in the business district of Louisiana. He is also a freelance journalist and has passion for anything automotive.

volkswagen golf w12 650 bhp

 

Volkswagen : Phaeton 4dr Sdn Prem RARE VW PHAETON W12!! $17,200.00

Custom build 1/10 rc drift car 2007 Volkswagen GTI W12 Concept $299.00

VOLKSWAGEN W12 NARDO vw YELLOW 1:72 Yatming rare $11.99

1997 Volkswagen W12 8×11″ Print Sheet [Poster] $1.56

Volkswagen VW W12 Concept Car #57 Diecast Matchbox Toy Vehicle Htf $13.99

MOTORWORKS 1:18 VOLKSWAGEN NARDO W12 SHOW CAR $19.99

2005 Matchbox Volkswagen W12 Concept Car – Gold – Very hard to find VW $7.25

1/43 Minichamps VW VolksWagen Phaeton W12 Gerhard Schroder 2002 Black $89.99

Volkswagen : Phaeton W12 2005 VW Phaeton W12 sedan 62K miles Carfax certified all service done $27,500.00

Tarox Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4motion Front Brake Discs F2000 Grooved $507.31

Tarox Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 4motion Front Brake Discs G88 Grooved $507.31

1:64 Kyosho:Volkswagen Nardo W12 Coupe Diecast $17.99

Volkswagen Black Nardo W12 Showcar Die-cast Model Car 1:24 Scale Motor Max $16.95

1999 Volkswagen W12 Greman Sales Brochure W/Specs Rare $20.95

Osram / Sylvania Halogen Long Life Bulb – 64211L / H11 – NEW OEM – 55W / 12V $12.50

2 pcs. Set of Osram / Sylvania Halogen Bulbs – 64210 / H7 – NEW OEM – 55W 12V $24.00

Osram / Sylvania Halogen Bulb – 64210 / H7 – NEW OEM – 55W / 12V – PX26d Germany $12.50

OEM VW Volkswagen Phaeton Audi W12 Oil Filter Element $25.00

K&N Oil Filter 2004 VOLKSWAGEN PHAETON 6.0L W12- All HP-7005 $18.98

2005 Matchbox Superfast Volkswagen W12 No49 $49.99

ARP Volkswagen VW 020 Ring Gear Bolt Kit w/ 12-Point nuts; M9 x 1.00 ; 204-3001 $72.00

2003 VW VOLKSWAGEN W12 NARGO Diecast Model Car 1/18 ROAD SIGNATURE 9inch ORANGE $29.95

signature road volkswagen w12 nardo 1:18 SCALE IN PLASTIC SHOW CASE $44.99

VOLKSWAGEN W12 5.6 litre Concept Car rare UK market factory brochure 1998 – VW $15.70

VW Volkswagen Phaeton 6.0 W12 3.2 V6 2003-04 Original UK Brochure No. PVW147PHAR $23.57

2x 35W 12V D2S/D2C HID Xenon Head Light Bulbs VW Volkswagen Rabbit GTI 07 08 09 $11.99

07 08 09 VOLKSWAGEN Rabbit 55W 12V OEM SPEC 9006 XENON YELLOW FOG LIGHT BULB $10.95

07 08 09 VOLKSWAGEN Passat 55W 12V OEM SPEC XENON YELLOW FOG LIGHT BULB X 2 $10.95

06 07 08 VOLKSWAGEN Rabbit 55W 12V OEM SPEC 9006 XENON YELLOW FOG LIGHT BULB $10.95

06 07 08 VOLKSWAGEN Passat 55W 12V OEM SPEC 9006 XENON YELLOW FOG LIGHT BULB $10.95

06 07 08 Volkswagen Jetta 55W 12V OEM SPEC 9006 XENON YELLOW FOG LIGHT BULBS $10.95

06 07 08 09 55W 12V OEM SPEC Volkswagen GTI XENON SUPER YELLOW FOG LIGHT BULBS $10.95

W. 12″ 15-SMD LED Floor Strip Light BMW AUDI FORD BMW MINI JAGUAR VOLKSWAGEN #40 $16.99

Road Signature Volkswagen W12 Nardo Orange 1/18 $26.99

New Volkswagen NARDO W12 1:24 Diecast Model Car With Box Black B124a $28.99

New Volkswagen NARDO W12 1:24 Diecast Model Car With Box Orange B124b $28.99

VOLKSWAGEN W12 NARDO BY ROAD SIGNATURE-RARE HAND MADE-1/18 SCALE DIE CAST CAR! $39.95

Volkswagen W12 Engine No Bra warning sticker $5.49

Volkswagen w12 No Bull warning sticker $5.49

Volkswagen Phaeton 2003-04 UK Market Sales Brochure 3.2 V6 6.0 W12 $22.00

Pipercross Panel Filter Volkswagen Touareg 6.0 W12 (450bhp) 03/05 - $55.56

Volkswagen Beetle T1 T2 R410 40/45W 12v Tungsten Headlight Bulbs & Sidelights $12.56

Volkswagen Golf Mk1-Gti R410 40/45W 12v Tungsten Headlight Bulbs & Sidelights $12.56

VW Volkswagen 2001 W12 Nardo Press Photo Lot $21.99

VOLKSWAGEN NARDO W12 SHOW CAR BLACK 1:18 DIECAST MODEL $24.99

1998 Volkswagen W12 Supercar Classic Article P73 $5.99

VW SERPENTINE BELT Air/Steering/Alternator W8 W12 $122.94

Volkswagen Nardo W12 Concept Car Motormax 1/64 Diecast $7.50

1/72 Volkswagen W12 Nardo $8.99

MONDO MOTORS 1/18 500178 01 VOLKSWAGON NARDO W12 ORANGE $43.99