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Volkswagen Phaeton 4.9 D

General information

ModelVolkswagen Phaeton 4.9 D
Year2002
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4921 ccm (300.28 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4921 ccm (300.28 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 10 cylinder
Max power313.00 PS (230 kW or 309 HP) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Max torque750.00 Nm (76.5 kgf-m or 553.2 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 95.5 mm (3.2 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1301 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5480 litres (1,448 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (472.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2406 kg (5,304.3 pounds)
Overall length5060 mm (199.2 inches)
Overall width1910 mm (75.2 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2890 mm (113.8 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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