2004 Volkswagen Phaeton Review

Name: 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton Review
Brand: Volkswagen
Price: 954 USD
Rating: 4.9 (85 reviews)

Price Estimate: $954 - $1,546

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton Premiere Edition W12 4dr Sedan

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Volkswagen Phaeton model years

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2004

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Edmunds' Expert Review

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Pros

Powerful engine lineup, standard all-wheel drive, a features list Mercedes would be proud to call its own.

Cons

Low fuel economy, premium price for a non-premium brand.

What’s new

The Phaeton is an all-new ultraluxury flagship sedan from Volkswagen.

Edmunds says

It competes favorably with Germany's finest on nearly every level, but without the prestigious name it's hard to swallow the price.

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2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
V8 Sedan
$5,950
- 123,418 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 8cyl automatic
- High Performance Motors (272 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Upgraded Headlights
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Located in Nokesville, VA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
16 Combined MPG (14 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WVWAF63D348011389
Stock: 011389
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-07-2024
2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
W12 Sedan
$17,985
- 70,271 miles
- No accidents, 4 owners, personal use
- 12cyl automatic
- Iannelli Autocars (428 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Upgraded Headlights
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Located in North Ridgeville, OH
This is one rare VW W12 engine making 420 HP Rear bucket seats with rear climate controls Rear sunshades Rear heated seats Rear ventilated seats Rear ...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
13 Combined MPG (11 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WVWBH63D148006884
Stock: 6006
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-17-2025

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Channing, 10/18/2016

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton V8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

I believe the style is beautiful and timeless, although it will pass as a Passat 99% of the time. Powerful engine, although it has a little drag as a result of its weight. Tech is terribly outdated, although upgrading is simple. Suspension is second only to RR Phantom on long stretches, although bumpy roads and sharp turns prove an obstacle. Small electronic issues will be endless. …

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imon_2nd, 06/01/2015

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton V8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

I've always wondered what it would be like to own a Bentley Continental Flying Spur. However, the price of a decent used one, currently around $65K is out of my budget. I knew the VW Phaeton was basically the same car minus the turbochargers. After shopping for a few months, I won the bid on eBay for a low mileage V8 model Phaeton at $11,800. My previous daily driver was a 1993 …

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Steve, 12/20/2009

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton V8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

I purchased a used, certified model with 60,000 miles from a VW dealer. The superb materials and build quality make it seem hardly used. The buttons, carpets, leather surfaces, chrome, liners, etc all look new. The paint deserves special mention. My silver reflex paint scheme is beautiful. The car is comfortable, with ample room inside, especially the back seat area. The air …

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sooththetruth, 05/13/2010

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton V8 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

I craved this car for months, shopped for 6 months, and found a great deal, with remaining CPO warranty. The car is a dream to drive, and the ride unimaginably good. However, you learn that this is a finicky monster to maintain properly. The tires wore quickly because the alignment went out, and there are few places that no how to align it. Without a long term warranty? A …

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2004 Phaeton Highlights

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Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$64,600
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	16 MPG
Cost to Drive	$267/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	13.0 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Phaeton include:

Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control

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2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
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