Volkswagen Phaeton Long (facelift 2010) 4.2 V8 (335 hp) 4MOTION

Gasoline engine with 335 hp (246 kW) and 317 lb-ft (430 Nm), built 2010–2015, sedan body, all-wheel drive (4x4). The Volkswagen Phaeton Long (facelift 2010) has 1 more powerful gasoline version.

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Power335 hp (246 kW)
Torque317 lb-ft (430 Nm)
0–62 mph6.9 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version4.2 V8 (335 hp) 4MOTION
Engine codeBGH, BGJ
Displacement4.2 L (4,172 cm³)
Cylinders8
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine oil capacity7.9 qt (7.5 l)

Performance

Power335 hp (246 kW) @ 6500 rpm
Torque317 lb-ft (430 Nm) @ 3500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)6.9 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City13 mpg (18.2 l/100 km)
Highway19 mpg (12.5 l/100 km)
Emission standardEuro 5
Fuel tank23.8 gal (90 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors4-5
Length203.9 in (5,179 mm)
Width74.9 in (1,903 mm)
Height57.1 in (1,450 mm)
Curb weight5,011 lb (2,273 kg)
Gross vehicle weight6,129 lb (2,780 kg)
Cargo volume17.7 cu ft (500 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringElectric power steering
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Volkswagen Phaeton with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Volkswagen Phaeton Long (facelift 2010) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
3.0 V6 TDI (240 hp) CR DPF 4MOTIONDiesel240 hp (177 kW)
3.6 V6 (280 hp) 4MOTIONGasoline280 hp (206 kW)
6.0 W12 (450 hp) 4MOTIONGasoline450 hp (331 kW)
3.0 V6 TDI (245 hp) 4MOTIONDiesel245 hp (180 kW)

← All Volkswagen Phaeton Long (facelift 2010) engines

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