Volkswagen of America, Inc. Prices Its Top Phaeton Model - Most Accessible 12 Cylinder German Luxury Car Ever

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 14, 2004 -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced a base price of $94,600 for its 2004 Phaeton W12 ultra luxury sedan that is now available for individual orders in a variety of luxurious configurations at some 225 Volkswagen dealerships across the country.

Permanent all-wheel- drive system; an automatically adjusting air-suspension with Electronic Damping Control; 18-inch alloy wheels; and a four-zone, draft-free Climatronic(R) system that automatically adjusts temperatures and humidity throughout the car's four cabin areas.

Exclusive leather, brushed metals, and authentic premium wood trim abound in what is arguably the most eye-catching interiors available in a production automobile today. It can even be ordered in a sporty yet elegant four-seat interior configuration that brings a new, exclusive level of luxury to rear seat occupants.

A few of the many other standard amenities on the W12 include 18-way power leather front seats that are heatable, ventilated, and provide a 10-minute massage at the touch of a button. Rear seats are also adjustable and heated. The Phaeton W12's list goes on with Xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps; a 12-speaker, 270-watt sound system with digital sound processing; heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with multi-function controls; an oversized glass sunroof with deluxe shade; a remote-key anti-theft alarm system; Volkswagen Telematics by OnStar(R), and an integrated infotainment center with numerous personal profile settings featuring a seven-inch color screen that functions with the glovebox-mounted six-disc CD changer, navigation system, and extensive onboard trip computer. All Phaetons even come with a special coating of metalized infrared foil on the windows that are heat-reflective and shatter-resistant, while promoting interior comfort.

As with all Volkswagen vehicles, concern for safety is uppermost in Phaeton. As standard safety equipment, both the V8 and W12 models have eight airbags, including Volkswagen's Side Curtain Protection(R); a four-wheel Anti- lock Braking System with emergency brake assist; electronic park assist; an advanced Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP)(R); and a tire pressure monitoring system.

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