Bentley Flying Spur vs. Volkswagen Phaeton
When we compare the Bentley Flying Spur's and the Volkswagen Phaeton's specifications and ratings, the Bentley Flying Spur has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Volkswagen Phaeton has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the Bentley Flying Spur's and the Volkswagen Phaeton's specifications and ratings, the Bentley Flying Spur is a better car than the Volkswagen Phaeton.
Bentley Flying Spur vs. Volkswagen Phaeton Pricing
A used 2023 Bentley Flying Spur ranges from $238,391 to $341,334 while a used 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is priced between $8,500 to $14,818.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Bentley Flying Spur’s base engine makes 542 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Phaeton base engine makes 335 horsepower. The Flying Spur is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 524 miles. The Phaeton is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 483 miles. This gives the Bentley Flying Spur the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volkswagen Phaeton. The Flying Spur uses premium unleaded, and the Phaeton uses gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$236,738 - $354,748
Used Asking Price:
$238,391 - $341,334
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$8,500 - $14,818
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Bentley Flying Spur Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Phaeton Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Bentley Flying Spur Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen Phaeton Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Bentley Flying Spur Trim Levels
Azure V8, S V8, Speed, V8
Volkswagen Phaeton Trim Levels
V8, W12
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
542 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
568 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.106 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 524 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 21 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 483 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
37 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
14.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
108.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5137 lbs
Width:
87.4 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
209.3 inches
Wheelbase:
125.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5194 lbs
Width:
74.9 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
203.7 inches
Wheelbase:
118.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
