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Volkswagen is testing a 600-hp Bentley-powered Phaeton, and sources tell us they are getting ready to launch the most powerful “people's car” in its history.

Bernd Pischetsrieder has rubber‑stamped plans for the Phaeton R, which could see it going head‑to‑head with the future Mercedes 612-hp S63 AMG. Volkswagen’s secret weapon will be under the hood: the Bentley Continental GT’s twin‑turbo 6.0‑liter W12 engine.

The W12 produces 552 hp in the two‑door Bentley. However, Volkswagen is hoping to liberate even more grunt in a bid to match the 6.0‑liter V-12 S‑Class, which could run the 0‑60 sprint in less than five seconds.

Nothing is yet official, but sources at VW’s Braunschweig engine development center hint that 600 hp is easily accessible through a moderate increase in turbocharger boost pressure.

This muscular prototype – spied undergoing driveline tests in the Alps – is testing the W12. Giant air ducts are needed up front to increase air flow to the intercooler and its associated plumbing.

The four‑wheel‑drive Phaeton will be the company's flagship racing model. The hot Phaeton will be badged R60. Expect a price tag of over $150,000 when and if the R60 reaches dealerships in the U.S.

car looks just AMAZING

 
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Looks like a passat with a body kit lol

 
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i just realized that those headlights looks like evo 8 headlights lol

 
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Thats sweet looking. Reall agressive.

 
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Looks decent but I don't like the doors.

 
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aside from the fact that it looks like they forgot the rest of the body kit, the side skirts and the rear bumper... that thing IS HOT

 
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i think that is one sexy beast... finally VW is making use of that W12 engine

 
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i kinda like it, why a 4door?

 
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Cause, if they label it an S63 killer, then it has to have something in common, in this case, both being extremely quick luxury sedans.