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2018 Rolls-Royce

Phantom

Auto (S8), 12 cyl, 6.7 L, Turbo

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Overview

Body
Large CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S8)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
563
Power to weight
0.096 hp/lb
Axle ratio
2.81
Cyl
12EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
19 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
12 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
14 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$5,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
623 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
1/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
3/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
221 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
78 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
63 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
131 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
5,840 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
116 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Cargo Vol
15 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
0

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

18 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Dec 21, 2022ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRRA12202207

    A Rolls-Royce Phantom (RR11/12), Ghost (RR21/22) and Cullinan (RR31) vehicles have been identified as having a potential issue concerning the 2 x coolant pipe connections at the cylinder head. The coolant pipe retaining clips (jubilee clips) may not have been fitted in the correct position, which could result in a coolant leak.

  • Sep 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65562989

    Complaints of deposits, crystalisation or emulsification in the coolant expansion tanks.

  • Sep 1, 2021EQUIPMENTRR64605110

    The vehicle has been brought to the workshop with a complaint relating to the SoE function.

  • Jul 1, 2021EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICALRR65558203

    Customer complains the CID monitor does not extend or retract correctly, for example stuck in the lowered position or doesn?t raise fully.

  • Jul 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65547515

    Engine MIL light is illuminated and fault 12BF08 Lambda probe, from meager to fat slow reaction.

  • Jul 1, 2021SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICRR65499571

    Front brakes squeaking with low brake pressure during low speed maneuvering or parking, at ambient temperatures of +5 to -5?C (41 - 23?F). If the brakes are cold, when the driver brakes for the ?rst time after the start of the journey or when driving for a longer period of time with no brake applications. This may affect vehicles where the brake pads/disc have covered more than 14,000 km (8,500 miles).

  • Apr 1, 2021ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERYRR65537708

    The check control message "It is possible to continue driving. Steering effort and/or steering behaviour is changed. Drive moderately" Is displayed in the central information display

  • Apr 1, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGRR65522171

    Check Control message (ID 166): Top up coolant The Check control message (ID166) appears despite correct coolant level. Coolant is visible in the expansion tank. The complaint occurs sporadically. The problem described here only concerns the High Temperature coolant circuit

  • and 10 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / unlimited mi
Powertrain
4 yr / unlimited mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
4 yr

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.