4. Phaeton (2002): Massaging Rear Seats
The Volkswagen Phaeton made a bold statement in luxury by offering rear-seat massage functions—a feature not yet standard in the Mercedes S-Class at the time.
This unexpected indulgence elevated the Phaeton’s status and comfort, catching even seasoned luxury buyers by surprise.
Volkswagen’s attention to passenger well-being set a new benchmark for rear-seat pampering.
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