Shanghai Motor Show: 2015 Volkswagen Phaeton

Since its launch, it has been gaining popularity in China, thanks to its powerful engine choices and the availability of a long wheelbase version.

Speaking on the latter, the standard model has a length of 5.06-meters, while the long wheelbase model is stretched 120 mm further for unmatched rear space.

Customers can choose between a bench seat or a pair of individual seats at the rear, while the cabin is complimented with creature comforts like a four-zone climate control and rear seat entertainment. Front seats are power adjustable in 18 different ways.

Power is sourced from a range of four different engines: a 276-horsepower, a 3.6 FSI V6 petrol engine, a torquier turbo diesel 3.0 V6 with 236 hp, a 330 horsepower petrol 4.2 V8 and a 444 horsepower petrol 6.0 W12. The V6 TDI – the only diesel offering – is capable of hauling the Phaeton from 0-100 km/h in about 8.6 seconds.

With the popularity of the Phaeton in China, Volkswagen is also mulling over a second generation model that features a new range of engines, efficient platform and a better design.