Free Volkswagen Phaeton VIN Decoder
Decode your Volkswagen Phaeton VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 11 variants (2002–2016). No registration.
Volkswagen Phaeton specs by variant
Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Phaeton variant in our database.
| Variant | Years | Fuel | Engine | Power | Gearbox | Drive | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0L W12 5AT AWD (450 HP) | 2010–2016 | Petrol | 6.0 L | 444 bhp | AUTOMATIC 5sp | — | — |
| 4.2L V8 6AT AWD (335 HP) | 2010–2016 | Petrol | 4.2 L | 330 bhp | AUTOMATIC 6sp | — | — |
| 3.6L V6 FSI 6AT AWD (280 HP) | 2010–2016 | Petrol | 3.6 L | 276 bhp | AUTOMATIC 6sp | — | — |
| 3.0L V6 TDI 6AT AWD (240 HP) | 2010–2016 | Diesel | 3.0 L | 236 bhp | AUTOMATIC 6sp | — | — |
| 6.0L W12 5AT AWD (420 HP) | 2002–2009 | Petrol | 6.0 L | 414 bhp | AUTOMATIC 5sp | — | — |
| 4.2L V8 5AT AWD (335 HP) | 2002–2009 | Petrol | 4.2 L | 330 bhp | AUTOMATIC 5sp | — | — |
| 5.0L V10 TDI 6AT AWD (312 HP) | 2002–2009 | Diesel | 4.9 L | 308 bhp | AUTOMATIC 6sp | — | — |
| 3.2L V6 6AT AWD (280 HP) | 2002–2009 | Petrol | 4.9 L | 276 bhp | AUTOMATIC 6sp | — | — |
| 3.6L V6 6AT AWD (280 HP) | 2002–2009 | Petrol | 4.9 L | 276 bhp | AUTOMATIC 6sp | — | — |
| 3.2L V6 6MT (241 HP) | 2002–2009 | Petrol | 3.2 L | 237 bhp | MANUAL 6sp | FWD | — |
| 3.0L V6 TDI 6AT AWD (224 HP) | 2002–2009 | Diesel | 3.0 L | 221 bhp | AUTOMATIC 6sp | — | — |
Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.
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