Rolls-Royce Phantom Phantom VII

Rolls-Royce Phantom Phantom VII
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The Rolls-Royce Phantom Phantom VII (2003–2017): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 26 versions in the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: RR1

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,610–5,840 mm RDW5,610–6,090 mm TC5,834–6,092 mm
Width1,990 mm RDW1,990 mm TC1,990 mm
Height1,580–1,640 mm RDW1,580–1,640 mm TC1,632–1,640 mm
Wheelbase3,320–3,570 mm RDW3,320–3,820 mm TC3,570–3,820 mm
Front track1,683–1,687 mm ASTRA1,690 mm TC–
Rear track1,670–1,676 mm ASTRA1,670–1,680 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight2,385–2,612 kg RDW2,590–2,719 kg TC2,550–2,670 kg
Mass in running order2,485–2,712 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight3,030–3,110 kg RDW––
Towing, unbraked trailer750 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats4–5 RDW––
Doors2–4 RDW––
Boot space––460 L
Luggage space (EPA)–311–396 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–2,662–3,540 L EPA–
Fuel tank––100 L
Performance
Top speed240–250 km/h RDW––
Torque720–900 Nm ASTRA–720–734 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 255/50R21, 285/45R21

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, fr, pl, sv), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
13 years and older95.0% (93.7–96.1)69.2%1,302

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Tyres7.8%31.2%
Brakes5.8%36.4%
Suspension3.1%41.6%
Noise, emissions and leaks2.7%17.1%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)2.4%11.8%
Lights and electrics2.0%28.8%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3 complaints for model years 2004–2014.

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 26 versions of the Rolls-Royce Phantom Phantom VII

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European Union 3 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelCO₂EU registrations
2011–20176.7 L338 kW (460 PS)Petrol347–383 g/km1,286
20166.6 L420 kW (571 PS)Petrol375 g/km32
20106.7 L–Petrol378 g/km216

United Kingdom 9 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2015–2016Coupé · Drophead Coupé · Phantom6.7 LPetrol8-speed automatic14.8 L/100 km NEDC347 g/km
2015–2016Extended Wheel Base6.7 LPetrol8-speed automatic14.9 L/100 km NEDC349 g/km
2013–2014Phantom · Phantom Coupé · Phantom Drophead Coupé and 2 more trims6.7 LPetrolAutomatic14.8 L/100 km NEDC347 g/km
2013–2014Phantom EWB · Extended Wheel Base6.7 LPetrolAutomatic14.9 L/100 km NEDC349 g/km
2012Phantom · Phantom Coupé · Phantom Drophead Coupé6.7 LPetrol8-speed automatic14.8 L/100 km NEDC347 g/km
2012Phantom EWB6.7 LPetrol8-speed automatic14.9 L/100 km NEDC349 g/km
2007–2010Rolls-Royce Phantom · Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupé · Phantom and 2 more trims6.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic15.7 L/100 km NEDC377 g/km
2007–2010Rolls-Royce Phantom EWB · Phantom EWB6.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic15.8 L/100 km NEDC380 g/km
2003–2006Rolls-Royce Phantom6.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic15.9 L/100 km NEDC385 g/km

France 6 versions

New cars on sale in France, from ADEME Car Labelling. NEDC figures until 2015, WLTP figures in the current catalogue.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2015PHANTOM–338 kW (460 PS)Petrol7-speed automatic14.8–14.9 L/100 km NEDC347–349 g/km
2015PHANTOM COUPE–338 kW (460 PS)Petrol7-speed automatic14.8 L/100 km NEDC347 g/km
2015PHANTOM DROPHEAD COUPE–338 kW (460 PS)Petrol7-speed automatic14.8 L/100 km NEDC347 g/km
2013–2014PHANTOM–338 kW (460 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic14.8–14.9 L/100 km NEDC347–349 g/km
2013–2014PHANTOM COUPE–338 kW (460 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic14.8 L/100 km NEDC347 g/km
2013–2014PHANTOM DROPHEAD COUPE–338 kW (460 PS)Petrol8-speed automatic14.8 L/100 km NEDC347 g/km

United States 3 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–2017SIDI6.7 LPetrol8-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA396 g/km
2007–20122MODE CLKUP · SIDI6.7 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA394 g/km
2004–20062MODE CLKUP6.7 LPetrol6-speed automaticRear-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km

Canada 5 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2014–2017Full-size · Compact6.7 LPetrol8-speed automatic17.1–17.2 L/100 km 5-cycle393–404 g/km
2017Compact6.7 LPetrol8-speed automatic17.1 L/100 km 5-cycle401 g/km
2011–2013Full-size · Compact6.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic17.1–17.4 L/100 km 5-cycle393–400 g/km
2007–2010Mid-size · Compact · Full-size6.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic17.0 L/100 km 5-cycle391 g/km
2004–2006Mid-size6.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic17.5 L/100 km 5-cycle403 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.